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Current Consultations
FSANZ is seeking submissions on application A1318. This application seeks permission for the use of new enzyme processing aids derived from genetically modified E. coli BL21, to produce the steviol glycoside rebaudioside M. Submissions are due by 11:59pm (Canberra time) Tuesday 20 May 2025 through the Consultation Hub.
FSANZ is seeking submissions on proposal P1060 - Egg Food Safety & Primary Production Requirements. This proposal will consider amending the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code to provide new and/or amended food safety and primary production requirements for eggs and egg products. Submissions are due by 11:59pm (Canberra time) Monday 12 May 2025 through the Consultation Hub.
FSANZ is seeking submissions on Application A1315 – Chitosan and (1,3)-beta-glucans from white button mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus) as a food additive. This application seeks to permit the use of chitosan and beta-1,3-glucans from white button mushrooms as a food additive in food and beverage products. Submissions are due by 11:59pm (Canberra time) Tuesday 6 May 2025 through the Consultation Hub.
FSANZ is seeking submissions on Application A1314 - Permitting small dogs and cats in aircraft cabins. This application seeks to amend the Code to permit companion animals (small dogs and cats) to accompany their owners aboard airline cabins under controlled conditions. The application seeks to amend the clause on live animals in areas in which food is handled (clause 24 of Standard 3.2.2). Submissions are due by 11:59pm (Canberra time) Wednesday 30 April 2025 through the Consultation Hub.