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Food Standards Code

Food Standards Code All food sold in Australia and New Zealand must comply with food standards. These standards are compiled in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code. FSANZ assesses applications to amend the Code and prepares proposals to vary existing standards or develop new ones.  Title Guidance and resources Card Food Standards Code legislation  Links to the latest Food Standards Code legislation in the federal register.…

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About us Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is an independent statutory agency established by the Food Standards Australia New Zealand Act 1991 (FSANZ Act). FSANZ is part of the Australian Government's Health portfolio. Title Corporate resources Card Who we are We're at the centre of the world class bi-national food regulation system that protects the ‘safe food’ brand for Australia and New Zealand. …

Australian food recalls

Australian food recalls Food recalls remove unsafe food from sale to protect consumers. Food can be recalled for a range of reasons, including product contamination, undeclared allergens and labelling errors. When a recall happens, FSANZ works with food businesses and regulators to coordinate the response and inform consumers.  Subscribe to food recall alerts Use this form to subscribe to our food recall alerts email, or follow us on social media. Add block…

Food allergen portal

Food allergen portal Food allergies can be life threatening. For people who have a food allergy the only way to manage the allergy is to avoid the food allergen. For this reason there are laws in place, for example mandatory labelling to help people who have a food allergy avoid food allergens. Title Guidance and resources Card Manufacturers, retailers and importers The food industry is required to comply with the allergen declaration requirements in the…

Picnic Point Farm- Picnic Point Farm Orchard Fresh Raspberry Jam 280g

Picnic Point Farm- Picnic Point Farm Orchard Fresh Raspberry Jam 280g Picnic Point Farm are conducting a recall of the above product. The product has been available for sale at Picnic Point Farm Shed and at the Picnic Point Farm stall at Traralgon Farmers market, David Lucke's Fresh Food Market and Albert & Co in VIC. The product has also been sold through a school fundraiser at Bairnsdale Primary School (754) in VIC. Date Marking: Best Before 24 JUN 2026 Problem:  The presence of foreign matter (metal).  Food safety hazard:  Food products containing metal may cause illness/injury if consumed. What to do:  Consumers should not eat this product. Consumers should return the product(s) to the place of…

Published 8 July 2025

The a2 Milk Company - a2 Light Milk 2L

The a2 Milk Company - a2 Light Milk 2L The a2 Milk Company (Australia) Pty Ltd are conducting a recall of the above product. The product has been available for sale in Retail Outlets in Western Australia only.  Date Marking: USE BY 06/06 #41 Problem:  Microbial (Listeria monocytogenes) contamination.  Food safety hazard:  Listeria monocytogenes may cause severe illness in pregnant women, unborn babies, neonates, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals. The general population can also become ill from consuming food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. What to do:  Consumers should not eat this product. Consumers should return the product(s) to the place of purchase for a full refund. Any consumers concerned about their health…

Published 28 May 2025

Gilbert Street Kitchens Pty Ltd - The St Food Co Pesto Chicken Pasta 350g

Gilbert Street Kitchens Pty Ltd - The St Food Co Pesto Chicken Pasta 350g Gilbert Street Kitchens Pty Ltd is conducting a recall of the above product. The product(s) has been available for sale in 7-Eleven retail outlets in QLD. Date Marking: USE BY 28/06/2026 Problem:  Labelling (Incorrect USE BY DATE) Food safety hazard:  Incorrect USE BY DATE What to do:  Consumers should not eat this product. Consumers should return the product(s) to the place of purchase for a full refund. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice. For further information please contact: Gilbert Street Kitchens Pty Ltd 0735174979 info@thestfoodco.com Related links…

Published 5 July 2025

Choco Bliss - Dubai Chocolate 200g

Choco Bliss - Dubai Chocolate 200g Choco Bliss are conducting a recall of the above product. The product has been available for sale in Choco Bliss stores in QLD. Date Marking: All dates up to and including EXP JAN 2026 Problem:  The presence of an undeclared allergens (pistachio, milk, sesame seed, wheat). Food safety hazard:  Any consumers who have a pistachio, milk, sesame seed or wheat allergy or intolerance may have a reaction if the product is consumed. What to do:  Consumers who have a pistachio, milk, sesame seed or wheat allergy or intolerance should not consume this product. Consumers should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.  For…

Published 26 June 2025

Nutrition Panel Calculator

Nutrition Panel Calculator The NPC is a tool to help food manufacturers calculate the average nutrient content of their food products and prepare a nutrition information panel (NIP). In this section Launch the Nutrition Panel Calculator The Nutrition Panel Calculator (NPC) has been designed around the three steps you would typically take to produce a nutrition information panel…

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Careers Make food safety your business by joining FSANZ. Our essential work means people in Australia and New Zealand can be confident the food they buy is safe to eat. #7EC4C0 Working at FSANZ FSANZ is a unique trans-Tasman agency dedicated to protecting public health and safety and a safe food supply in Australia and New Zealand. …