Japan partially revised its Standard for the Labeling and Claim of Special Foods and opened the amendments for public feedback on May 31, 2018. Major changes include:
Infant formula:
Liquid infant formula is included in the category “infant formula” along with infant milk powder
Liquid infant formula requires approval prior to market circulation, labeling claims etc.
Labeling items of liquid infant formula are similar with that of infant milk powder, however manufacturers shall add the concentration of selenium to “components” part in the labels of liquid infant formula.
Foods for special medical purposes in Japan:
Change the name “milk powder for ill infants” to “liquid & powder infant formula for the ill”
Liquid infant formula for the ill shall get approved before having “special food” claim
Slightly revise quality control etc
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