Science and data

FSANZ uses the best available scientific evidence to inform our work. Our regulatory science expertise and internationally-aligned risk assessment and management approaches are the foundation of our world-leading standards development, food surveillance and food safety response services.

Monitoring the safety of our food supply

FSANZ and partner agencies monitor the food supply to ensure it is safe and foods comply with standards for contaminants and chemical residue limits.

Food composition databases

Our food composition databases support standards development, nutrition labelling, research on diet and disease and education.

Dietary exposure and intake assessments

A dietary exposure assessment is the process of estimating how much of a food chemical a population, or population sub-group, consumes.

Monitoring food nutrients

FSANZ monitors nutrients in the Australian food supply to inform standards development and compile nutrient databases.

Social science

FSANZ’s social science capability ensures that our regulatory decisions are informed by the best available consumer evidence.

Scientific expertise

FSANZ accesses scientific expertise from both inside and outside the agency, including through collaborative partnerships and programs.

International engagement

Collaborating with international food safety and regulatory agencies is vital to maintaining a safe food supply and effective standards.