Application A1163 - Food irradiation definition of herbs and spices (Approval Report)

FSANZ has assessed an application made by Sapro Australia to amend section 1.5.3—4 of the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (the Code). Sapro requested clarification of the meaning of the terms herbs and spices with respect to food irradiation, in order to ensure uniform interpretation and enforcement. On 6 June 2019, FSANZ sought submissions on a draft variation and published an associated report. FSANZ received 8 submissions. FSANZ approved the draft variation on 21 October 2019. The Australia and New Zealand Ministerial Forum on Food Regulation was notified of FSANZ’s decision on 25 October 2019.