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Call for submissions - A1171 - Endo-inulinase from GM Aspergillus Oryzae as a PA (Enzyme)

Call for submissions - A1171 - Endo-inulinase from GM Aspergillus Oryzae as a PA (Enzyme) Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for comment on an application to permit a new processing aid in the Food Standards Code. FSANZ Chief Executive Officer Mark Booth said the enzyme - endo-inulinase - is produced by a genetically modified (GM) strain of Aspergillus oryzae. “The applicant is seeking permission to use the enzyme to help produce fructo-oligosaccharides (or FOS, which can be added to a range of processed foods as a sugar alternative, low calorie bulking agent, and for dietary fibre supplementation).' “FSANZ has undertaken a thorough safety assessment and concluded there are no public health or safety issues related to the use of this enzyme,' Mr Booth said. The…

Published 4 April 2023

Call for submissions on a new processing aid from a GM source

Call for submissions on a new processing aid from a GM source Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for comment on an application to allow a new processing aid derived from a genetically modified (GM) source. FSANZ's CEO Dr Sandra Cuthbert said the application seeks approval to permit use of the enzyme alpha-amylase from a GM strain of Bacillus licheniformis. “FSANZ's safety assessment found no health or safety concerns for Australian and New Zealand consumers,' Dr Cuthbert said. “If approved, the enzyme will be permitted for use as a processing aid in brewing, potable alcohol production and starch processing.' Guidance on how to make a submission is provided on the call for comment page on the FSANZ website. Submissions…

Published 16 June 2022

Call for submissions on infant formula standards reveiw

Call for submissions on infant formula standards reveiw Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for submissions on its assessment of standards for infant formula products. FSANZ has reviewed infant formula standards in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (the Code) through Proposal P1028 - Infant formula. FSANZ interim CEO Dr Sandra Cuthbert said the review covers infant formula (for use from newborn), follow-on formula (for use from six to 12 months of age) and infant formula for special dietary use. “Our review aims to ensure regulation of infant formula is clear, reflects the latest scientific evidence and aligns with international standards,' Dr Cuthbert said. “Although breastfeeding is the recommended way to feed a baby, a safe and nutritious substitute for breast milk is needed for babies who are not…

Published 29 April 2022

Call for submissions on new enzyme processing aid

Call for submissions on new enzyme processing aid Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) today called for submissions on an application to approve an enzyme derived from a genetically modified (GM) microorganism, for use as a processing aid. FSANZ Chief Executive Officer Mark Booth said the new source for the glucose oxidase enzyme was a GM strain of Trichoderma reesei. The enzyme would be used as a processing aid in baked products, cereal based products and egg processing. “Glucose oxidase is already a permitted enzyme in the Food Standards Code, and it would be used as a processing aid at such low levels that it would either not be present in the final food or present in insignificant quantities, having no technical function in the final food,' Mr Booth said. “The FSANZ safety assessment concluded there…

Published 23 March 2021

Call for submissions on infant formula standards reveiw

Published 29 April 2022

Call for submissions on new enzyme processing aid

Published 23 March 2021

Call for submissions on proposed energy labelling on alcoholic beverages

Call for submissions on proposed energy labelling on alcoholic beverages Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for comment on a proposal to require energy content information on the label of alcoholic beverages. Currently most alcoholic beverages are not required to display any nutritional information, including energy content. Australian and New Zealand food ministers asked FSANZ to consider energy labelling on alcoholic beverages to assist consumers in making informed choices consistent with dietary guidelines. FSANZ is proposing to amend the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (the Code) to require energy (kilojoule) content information on the label of alcoholic beverages1. FSANZ CEO Dr Sandra Cuthbert said both the Australian and New Zealand dietary guidelines…

Published 16 January 2023

Clock starts on transition period for mandatory pregnancy warning labels

Clock starts on transition period for mandatory pregnancy warning labels Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) today announced the start of a three year transition period for mandatory pregnancy warning labels on alcohol. FSANZ CEO Mark Booth said the new requirements take effect from today following gazettal in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (the Code). “Following a request for review, Minister's responsible for food regulation have agreed to a revised warning label and an extended transition period for industry from two years to three years. “In October 2018 Ministers asked FSANZ to develop a mandatory pregnancy warning label to reinforce Australian and New Zealand government advice to women not to consume alcohol during pregnancy. “Alcohol exposure during pregnancy can result in the baby…

Published 6 August 2020

Call for comment on a new source for an enzyme processing aid

Call for comment on a new source for an enzyme processing aid Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for comment on an application to allow a permitted enzyme processing aid to be produced from a new genetically modified (GM) microbial source. FSANZ CEO Dr Sandra Cuthbert said the enzyme pullulanase is already approved to be sourced from other microorganisms and has a long history of safe use. “The applicant is seeking approval to produce the enzyme from a strain of bacterium known as Bacillus subtilis,' Dr Cuthbert said. “Our safety assessment found no health and safety concerns for Australian and New Zealand consumers.' If approved, the enzyme could be used as a processing aid for the production of glucose syrups and other starch hydrolysates, in accordance with the Australia New…

Published 21 June 2023

Call for comment on using enzymes to produce food additive sweeteners

Call for comment on using enzymes to produce food additive sweeteners Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for comment on an application for the production of food additive sweeteners, steviol glycosides, through bioconversion. The steviol glycosides - rebaudioside M and rebaudioside I - are manufactured using three protein engineered enzymes not currently permitted for such use. FSANZ CEO Dr Sandy Cuthbert said the steviol glycosides sweeteners are equivalent to others already permitted for use in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code but have a different method of production. “If approved, these steviol glycosides will be used as a low-calorie sweetener in a range of food products consistent with other permissions,' Dr Cuthbert said. “Steviol glycosides can be sourced from the South…

Published 20 July 2023