On May 29, 2023, Hong Kong Government launched a public consultation on the proposed amendments to the Preservatives in Food Regulation (Cap. 132BD), in order to keep the standards of preservatives and antioxidants on par with international standards. An 18-month grace period will be given after the regulation's enactment. Comments can be sent to Preservative_consultation@fehd.gov.hk till August 28, 2023.