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Food Labelling and Digitalization —Global Regulatory Trends
The global landscape of food labelling has been evolving alongside advances in digital technology, and Japan is no exception: Related discussions are underway at the Consumer Affairs Agency’sSubcommittee Meeting to Study the Use of Digital Tools for Food Labelling (see our past article summarizing Japan’s approach to the digitalization of food labelling). Building on the… more »
Trends in the revision of standards for allergen labeling in various countries
More than six months have passed since Japan ‘s Food Labeling Standards were revised on March 28, 2024, adding macadamia nuts to the list of recommended allergen labeling items (while also removing matsutake mushrooms). Since the number of 28 items (8 mandatory and 20 recommended) remains the same, it is difficult to see the changes… more »
FSANZ published a draft food regulatory (Australia/New Zealand)Measure for Carbohydrate and sugar claims on alcoholic beverages
On the 24th July, 2023, Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) called for public comment to clarify requirements with respect to carbohydrate and sugar claims on alcoholic beverages. Standard 1.2.7 in the Food Standards Code currently permits voluntary claims about carbohydrate content in alcoholic beverages. However, the Code lacks clarity around the extent of these… more »
