South Korea Proposes Updates to Food Code Covering FSMP, Microbiological Standards, Pesticides Residues, and Permitted Ingredients

On December 23, 2025, South Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) issued two administrative notices (No. 2025-522 and No. 2025-523) which proposed amendments to the Food Code. The proposed revisions cover foods for special medical purposes (FSMP), microbiological standards, chemical residue limits, and permitted food ingredient lists, etc. Stakeholders may submit comments until February 23, 2026.