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Taking Stock: Japan’s Foods with Function Claims in 2022
Feb 23, 2023
In 2022, Japan’s Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA) approved a total of 1,361 Foods with Function Claims (FFC), of which 417 products are registered under the status of sales. ChemLinked made a statistical summary of the 417 foods, aiming to identify the most popular ingredients and functional food among consumers.
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Food Ingredients
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Taiwan Amends the Residue Limits of 19 Pesticides in Foods
Feb 23, 2023
On February 17, 2023, Taiwan Food and Drug Administration released an amendment to Standards for Pesticide Residue Limits in Foods. The revision involves Appendix Table 1 of Article 3, in which 19 types of pesticides are added or amended, covering 107 maximum residue limit items. This amendment took effect on the date of promulgation.
Taiwan, China
Pesticide Residue
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South Korea Updates Health Functional Food Code, Enhancing Material Safety Standard
Feb 23, 2023
South Korea updated the Health Functional Food Code on February 17, 2023. The standards of seven notified functional ingredients are modified according to the regular re-examination results. The dietary supplements with Spirulina can no longer be claimed with "beneficial to skin health". The Coleus forskohlii extract (콜레우스포스콜리 추출물) is converted from an individually recognized ingredient to a notified functional ingredient. And the a new efficacy of “blood pressure control" is added to garlic.
South Korea
Health Supplement
Regulation & Standard
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China Customs Rejected 162 Batches of Imported Food in January 2023, Including Milk Powder & Probiotics
Feb 22, 2023
On February 21, 2023, General Administration of Customs of China (GACC) published the list of non-compliant food products in January of 2023. A total of 162 batches of imported food from 31 countries/regions were rejected.
Chinese Mainland
Health Supplement
Dairy
Importation
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Australia and New Zealand Approve the Use of Bovine Lactoferrin in Infant Formula Products
Feb 21, 2023
FSANZ permits the voluntary use of bovine lactoferrin as a nutritive substance in infant formula products, whose maximum usage level is set at 40 mg/100kJ.
Infant Formula
Food Ingredients
Australia
New Zealand
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Taiwan Releases Principles Dealing with Advertisements for Infant and Follow-up Formula, which Benefits Online Sales
Feb 20, 2023
On February 14, 2023, Taiwan unveiled the Principles Dealing with Advertisements for Infant and Follow-up Formula (hereinafter referred to as the Principles), which clarifies the advertisements definition and online sales for infant formula, follow-up infant formula, and infant formula for special medical purposes designed for consumers under the age of one. The Principles are supplementary administrative rules instead of regulatory orders, which became effective on the date of the announcement.
Taiwan, China
Infant Formula
Advertising
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South Korea Implements the Food Additive Code, Relaxing Restrictions on Meat Alternatives Additives
Feb 17, 2023
MFDS updated Food Additive Code, modifying the allowable usage limit of Methyl Cellulose, the standard of enzyme, and synthetic flavoring substance list.
South Korea
Food Additives
NEWS
China Consults on Procedures for Evaluating the Safety of Bacterial Cultures for Food Use
Feb 17, 2023
On February 13, 2023, China opened 38 national food safety standards for consultation. This article focuses on the consultation draft of "Procedures for Evaluating the Safety of Bacterial Strains for Food Use".
Chinese Mainland
Prepackaged Food
Food Additives
NEWS
China to Revise GB 25596 General Rules of Infant Formula for Special Medical Purposes
Feb 17, 2023
On February 13, 2023, China released an amendment draft to GB 25596-2010 General Rules of Infant Formula for Special Medical Purposes, along with other 37 GB food standard drafts. The proposed standard applies to food for special medical purposes (FSMP) of consumers from 1 to 12 months, which is the same as the current standard. The revision mainly involves definition, FSMP types and technical requirements. Any feedback can be sent back prior to March 20, 2023.
Chinese Mainland
FSMP
Regulation & Standard
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Indonesia Unveils the List of Permitted Probiotic Microorganisms in Processed Food
Feb 16, 2023
On February 7, 2023, Indonesia BPOM ratified Types of Microorganisms that Can be Used in Processed Foods, which includes 16 kinds of probiotic microorganisms, such as Bacillus coagulans, Bifidobacterium animalis, Lactobacillus acidophilus, etc.
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China Food Additive Standard GB 2760-2024 Standard for Uses of Food Additives
GB 2760-2024 marks a significant chapter in China's regulatory approach to food additives, following the thorough groundwork laid by GB 2760-2014 and informed by drafts in subsequent years. The meticulous refinement process through drafts in 2017, 2021, and 2022 has led to this well-structured standard. Now, the GB 2760-2024 standard is ready for implementation, set to become effective on February 8, 2025, as the authoritative guide for food additive usage in China.
Global Halal Certification Requirements and Regulation Dynamics
Halal food refers to food products consistent with the Islamic doctrine, which is one of the most profitable and influential sectors of the global food industry. Currently, there is no unified Halal certification standard used globally. Certain details, such as the processing method, slaughtering procedure, labeling items, etc. are subject to different standards in different countries. To help remove the market access barriers and catch the market opportunities, ChemLinked collects contents related to halal certification and its regulation dynamics around the world.
Exclusive Interview A Deep Insight into Chinese Infant Formula Market's Now and Future
Many enterprises are eager to know if there are still opportunities in China’s infant formula market, and what strategies can be taken to revive the sales performance. ChemLinked interviewed Mr. Song Liang, a famous dairy expert in China, to share his unique insight on China’s infant formula industry.
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