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Notice of Modification to the List of Permitted Food Enzymes to Enable the Use of Pectinase from Aspergillus niger in Unstandardized Fruit and Vegetable Products

On January 5, Health Canada amended the List of Food Enzymes Permitted in Table 5 (List of Food Additives Permitted) to approve the use of Pectinase from Aspergillus Niger for non-standardized fruit and vegetable products.This regulation will come into force on January 5, 2021. For more details: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/public-involvement-partnerships/modification-permitted-food-enzymes-pectinase-aspergillus-niger.html  Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

State Council | Work plan for inspection and preventive disinfection of imported high-risk non-cold chain container cargo

On January 7, the Comprehensive Group of the Joint Prevention and Control Mechanism for the Covid-19 Epidemic of the State Council issued the work plan for inspection and preventive disinfection of imported high-risk non-cold chain container cargo, this scheme is applicable to the detection and preventive disinfection of the high frequency contact parts such as the outer package, the inner wall of the container and the door handle of the high risk non-cold chain containers imported from high risk countries. Waterway transport is only applicable to the import of container goods from cold countries or regions and the whole route of transport temperature is low. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

EU assesses the safety of a food enzyme triacylglycerol lipase

  On January 7, 2021, the European Food Safety Authority issued the safety evaluation of a food enzyme triacylglycerol lipase. The food enzyme triacylglycerol lipase (triacylglycerol acylhydrolase EC 3.1.1.3) is produced with a genetically modified Aspergillus niger strain NZYM‐DB by Novozymes A/S. The genetic modifications do not give rise to safety concerns. The food enzyme is free from viable cells of the production organism and recombinant DNA. The food enzyme is intended to be used in an immobilised form in the production of modified fats and oils by interesterification. based on the estimated use levels recommended for interesterification of fats and oils and individual data from the EFSA Comprehensive European Food Database, dietary exposure to the food enzyme–total organic solids (TOS) was estimated to be up to 0.75 mg TOS/kg body weight (bw) per day in European populations. Genotoxicity tests did not raise a safety concern. The systemic toxicity was assessed by means of a repeated dose 90‐day oral toxicity study in rats. The Panel identified a no observed adverse effect level at the highest dose of 1,132 mg TOS/kg bw per day, which when compared with the estimated dietary exposure, results in a margin of exposure of at least 1,500. Similarity of the amino acid sequence to those of known allergens was searched and no match was found. The Panel considered that, under the intended conditions of use, the risk of allergic sensitisation and elicitation reactions by dietary exposure cannot be excluded, but the likelihood of such reactions to occur is likely to be low. based on the data provided, the immobilisation of the food enzyme and the removal of total organic solids during fats and oils processing, the Panel concluded that the food enzyme does not give rise to safety concerns under the intended conditions of use. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

Case｜Sales of flavored tea that does not clearly indicate the type of rose in the ingredient list, the court sentenced the merchant to ten times the compensation

Fact: Consumers filed suits with the People’s Court of Xingning District, Nanning City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, because the “flavored tea” sold by an e-commerce company in Chengdu did not clearly indicate the type of rose in the ingredient list. Opinion: Consumers believe that the ingredients in the food ingredient list in question are roses. only double red roses can be added to foods. Other roses are prohibited from being used as food ingredients. Whether the roses used in the food involved are double red roses, label There is no truthful labeling on it, which violates the national food safety standards. An e-commerce company in Chengdu did not respond. The verdict: A certain e-commerce company in Chengdu was judged to return the goods and pay ten times the compensation. Please note: This article is translated based on Google web translation software, if there is an error, please contact us as soon as possible to correct. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

South Korea publicly solicits opinions on the report on the safety review of the food additive maltoamylase derived from genetically modified organisms

On January 11, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) of South Korea issued a message stating that the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety of South Korea reviewed the "Genetically Modified Food and Other Safety Review Committee" in accordance with Article 18 of the Korean Food Sanitation Law as derived from genetically modified corn 3272 and The safety review result report of the food additive maltoamylase (trade name: Optimax L-2500) of genetically modified microorganisms solicits national opinions. However, the safety review is based on scientific facts. If the opinions put forward are consistent with scientific facts and logic, they can be discussed.　　 The above comments will be collected until February 10, 2021. Please note: This article is translated based on Google web translation software, if there is an error, please contact us as soon as possible to correct. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

Singapore imposes temporary import restrictions on poultry products from Danish highly pathogenic avian influenza epidemic areas

On January 8, 2021, the Singapore Food Authority (SFA) announced that it would impose temporary restrictions on the import of poultry and their products near the place where the highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreak occurred in Denmark. Due to the H5N8 highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreak in Viborg, Denmark, from January 1, 2021, the import of poultry and its products in Viborg will be temporarily restricted. Poultry products that meet the requirements of the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE) for avian influenza virus inactivation and heat treatment will not be affected by import restrictions. Poultry products exported from the city of Viborg before January 1, 2021 and slaughtered before December 11, 2020 will continue to be accepted for import. In order to facilitate customs clearance of other poultry and poultry products, when poultry and products are imported, the attached veterinary health certificate should also include the following additional certifications: A. Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) and H5 and H7 low pathogenic avian influenza (LPAI) are notifiable diseases in exporting countries. B. According to the definition of the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE), poultry derived from meat are not vaccinated against H5 and H7 subtypes of avian influenza. C. Poultry meat and meat products are not poultry originating from the cities of Viborg and Randers, Denmark. D. Meat-derived poultry were born, raised and slaughtered in Denmark, or day-old chicks legally imported from countries with the same poultry health status. Please note: This article is translated based on Google web translation software, if there is an error, please contact us as soon as possible to correct. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

GACC | Emergency Preventive Measures against an Indonesian Enterprise

On January 9, 2021, the General Administration of Customs took emergency preventive measures against an Indonesian enterprise, due to the positive nucleic acid test of COVID-19 in a sample of one batch of frozen Litopenaeus vannamei imported from Indonesia, the national customs suspended the acceptance of Indonesian aquatic product manufacturer PT WAHANA LESTARI INVESTAMA (Registered number: CR 416-30) import declaration for one week from January 9. Product declaration will resume automatically after expiration.         1月9日，海关总署对印度尼西亚1家企业采取紧急预防性措施，因从印度尼西亚进口1批冻凡纳滨对虾的1个外包装样本中检出新冠病毒核酸阳性，全国海关自2021年1月9日起暂停接受印度尼西亚水产品生产企业PT WAHANA LESTARI INVESTAMA（注册编号为CR 416-30）的进口申报1周，期满后自动恢复。 Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

Global food prices continue to climb in December 2020, rising for 7 consecutive month

2020 UN Food and Agriculture Organization Food Price Index hits three-year high Rome-Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations released a report on January 7, showing that, driven by the prices of dairy products and vegetable oils, global food prices continued to rise in December 2020, rising for the seventh consecutive month. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Food Price Index is used to measure the changes in the international prices of the most active food commodities in global trade. In December 2020, the index averaged 107.5 points, an increase of 2.2% from the previous month. For the whole year of 2020, the food price index averaged 97.9 points, a three-year high, up 3.1% from 2019, but lower than the peak level of 131.9 points in 2011 by more than 25%. The Food and Agriculture Organization’s Grain Price Index rose 1.1% in December compared to November, and the 2020 annual average is 6.6% higher than in 2019. Export prices of wheat, corn, sorghum and rice all strengthened in December, partly due to concerns about crop growth conditions and harvest prospects in North America, South America and Russia. For the whole year of 2020, the export price of rice increased by 8.6% year-on-year, and the export prices of corn and wheat increased by 7.6% and 5.6% respectively. The UN Food and Agriculture Organization’s Vegetable Oil Price Index rose 4.7% month-on-month in December, the highest since September 2012. Supply from major palm oil producing countries continues to be tight, and Indonesia’s sharp increase in export taxes has also affected international trade. In addition, due to the continuation of the strike in Argentina, the country's oil mills and port logistics have been affected, which has also partially boosted international soybean oil prices. For the whole year of 2020, the UN Food and Agriculture Organization's vegetable oil price index increased by 19.1% over the previous year. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Dairy Product Price Index rose 3.2% month-on-month in December, marking the seventh consecutive month of increase. Due to concerns about drought and high temperature conditions affecting milk production in Oceania, strong global import demand, coupled with strong domestic demand in Western Europe, the prices of all dairy products have risen this month. However, for the whole of 2020, the UN Food and Agriculture Organization's dairy product price index dropped 1.0% from 2019. The Food and Agriculture Organization’s meat price index rose 1.7% month-on-month in December, but the annual average fell 4.5% from 2019. The price of poultry meat has rebounded this month. On the one hand, it is due to strong import demand, especially from the Middle East. At the same time, domestic sales in key producing countries are also at a high level. On the other hand, the European bird flu epidemic also has a negative impact on production. . Due to the African swine fever epidemic, Germany is still unable to export pork to the Asian market, and pork prices have fallen slightly. The Food and Agriculture Organization's sugar price index rose in November, but it slightly corrected 0.6% month-on-month in December. For the whole year of 2020, the sugar price index will increase by 1.1% on average compared with 2019. Behind the stable price is strong import demand: China's import volume will increase significantly in 2020, and the demand for refined sugar in the Indonesian food and beverage industry is also rising. Despite the positive outlook for production in Brazil and India, sugar prices have withstood downward pressure. Please note: This article is translated based on Google web translation software, if there is an error, please contact us as soon as possible to correct. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

EU establishes new food labeling information system

On January 4, 2021, according to the Irish Food Safety Authority, the European Commission has established a new food labeling information system that provides a user-friendly IT solution that allows food companies to select foods and automatically retrieve the products that should be displayed Mandatory European photo label identification. A total of 87 different types of food will be covered. Its purpose is to strengthen the correct implementation of relevant legislation by food companies and promote the work of national law enforcement agencies. It will also help provide clear information to consumers and help them make informed food choices. The system also provides links to relevant legal regulations and existing guidance documents. Please note: This article is translated based on Google web translation software, if there is an error, please contact us as soon as possible to correct. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

CFE | Release Approval Document (Decision) for Special Food (updated on Jan. 7, 2021)

On January 7, the Center of Food evaluation updated the information to be received for Infant formula milk powder product formula registration approval document (decision letter), the mailing details for health food approval document (decision letter), including 12 kinds of infant formula milk powder products including X. Dearun infant formula goat milk powder (0-6 months old, Stage 1).         1月7日，国家市场监督管理总局食品审评中心更新婴幼儿配方乳粉产品配方注册批件(决定书)待领取信息以及保健食品批件(决定书)邮寄详情单、待领取信息，其中涉及产品名称包括欧歌婴儿配方羊奶粉（0—6月龄，1段）等12种婴幼儿配方乳粉产品。 Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net