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China Proposes Inclusion of Lycopene in Health Food Raw Material Catalogue
Recently, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) released the Draft Catalogue of Health Food Raw Materials – Lycopene, proposing to include lycopene in the health food raw material catalogue and soliciting public comments. The deadline for feedback is May 10, 2026.
China SAMR health food lycopene draft catalogue approval
Apr 22, 2026
EU Revises Maximum Residue Limits for Total Copper in Certain Foods
On April 16, 2026, the Official Journal of the European Union published Commission Regulation (EU) 2026/840, amending Annexes II and III of Regulation (EC) No 396/2005 regarding maximum residue limits (MRLs) for copper compounds. The regulation will enter into force 20 days after publication, be binding in its entirety, and directly applicable in all Member States.
EU MRL copper residue food regulation revision
Apr 22, 2026
Canada Approves Expansion of the Permitted Uses of Transglutaminase as a Food Enzyme
On April 14, 2026, Health Canada issued a Notice of Modification to the List of Permitted Food Enzymes (MFAA-2602), approving the expanded use of transglutaminase as a food enzyme. The amendment took effect on the date of publication.
​Canada Health Canada food enzyme transglutaminase approval food additive GMP
Apr 21, 2026
Taiwan Proposes Standards for the Management of Traditional Chinese Medicinal Materials Used as Food Ingredients
On April 13, 2026, the Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW) of Taiwan issued a public consultation on a draft titled Standards for the Classification and Product Attribute Determination of Traditional Chinese Medicinal Materials Permitted for Use as Food Ingredients. The proposal aims to clarify the boundary between food and pharmaceuticals and strengthen the management of traditional Chinese medicinal materials used as food ingredients. The consultation period is 60 days.
China Taiwan MOHW traditional chinese medicine food ingredient standard draft classification regulat
Apr 20, 2026
Türkiye Revises Turkish Food Codex Communiqué on Wheat Flour
On April 13, 2026, Türkiye notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Committee through document G/SPS/N/TUR/157 of a draft amendment to the Turkish Food Codex Communiqué on Wheat Flour (2013/9). The revision aims to regulate wheat flour ingredients and ensure food safety and market fairness. The new regulation is expected to enter into force on July 10, 2026, with a 90-day transition period for operators.
​Türkiye WTO SPS wheat flour food codex additive restriction food safety revision
Apr 17, 2026
Türkiye Revises Bread Regulation
On April 13, 2026, Türkiye notified through WTO/SPS communication (G/SPS/N/TUR/158) a draft amendment to the Turkish Food Codex Communiqué on Bread and Bread Products (2012/2). The draft explicitly prohibits the use of roasted malt flour, roasted chickpea flour, and dark malt extracts, as well as other coloring and flavoring ingredients that produce brown or black coloration in bread and related products. The new regulation is scheduled to enter into force on July 10, 2026, with a transition period until December 31, 2026.
Türkiye WTO SPS bread regulation food authenticity additive ban revision
Apr 17, 2026
United States Releases Annual Report on Export Certification Requirements for China's Food and Agricultural Products
On April 10, 2026, the Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued Report No. CH2026-0025, the Annual Report on Export Certification for China's Food and Agricultural Products.
United States USDA FAS China export certificate food trade registration GACC280
Apr 17, 2026
Poland Issues Regulation Amending Rules on the Use of Food Fortification Substances
On February 27, 2026, the Ministry of Health of Poland published an amendment to the regulations on the use of substances in food fortification. The main provision prohibits the use of greater celandine (Chelidonium majus L., also known as celandine or swallowwort) in food production, including dietary supplements.
Poland Ministry of Health food fortification ban chelidonium majus dietary supplements regulation
Apr 16, 2026
Japan Revises Standards for the Use of Sodium Sulfite, Zinc Gluconate, Sodium Hydrosulfite, Sulfur Dioxide, Potassium Metabisulfite, and Sodium Metabisulfite
On April 7, 2026, the Consumer Affairs Agency of Japan issued Notification No. 140 to revise the standards for the use of the food additives sodium sulfite, zinc gluconate, sodium hydrosulfite, sulfur dioxide, potassium metabisulfite, and sodium metabisulfite.
Japan Consumer Affairs Agency food additives sulfite revision limit standard zinc gluconate
Apr 15, 2026
EU Proposes Use Conditions for Monk Fruit Extract as a Food Additive
On April 9, 2026, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) issued a consultation document proposing the establishment of conditions for the use of monk fruit (Siraitia grosvenorii) extract as a food additive. The consultation period is open for comments until May 4, 2026.
European Union EFSA consultation food additive monk fruit extract use levels sweetener
Apr 14, 2026
Australia and New Zealand Food Standards Authority Rejects Application to Approve Moringa as a Novel Food Ingredient
On April 8, 2026, Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) officially rejected applications to approve moringa leaves, immature pods, and moringa oil as novel foods or food ingredients. 
Australia New Zealand FSANZ novel food moringa food ingredients import restriction food safety
Apr 14, 2026
Brazil Revises Food Additives Regulation
On April 1, 2026, the Brazilian Health Regulatory Agency (ANVISA) issued Normative Instruction No. 432, revising the provisions in Normative Instruction No. 211/2023 regarding the technical functions, maximum limits, and conditions of use for food additives and processing aids.
Brazil ANVISA revision food additives processing aids maximum limits labeling conditions of use
Apr 10, 2026
​State Administration for Market Regulation Issues Draft "Health Food Ingredient Catalog - Lycopene" for Public Consultation
On April 2, 2026, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) released the draft "Health Food Ingredient Catalog - Lycopene" for public consultation, proposing to include lycopene in the health food ingredient catalog.
China SAMR health food ingredient catalog lycopene registration filing functional ingredient
Apr 10, 2026
Australia and New Zealand Revise Caffeine Standard
On April 1, 2026, Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) revised the caffeine standard, clarifying rules for caffeine and guarana extract in foods.
Australia New Zealand FSANZ caffeine guarana standard retail food labeling
Apr 10, 2026
US FDA Seeks Public Comments on Revising Color Additive Regulations to Remove Solvents Methylene Chloride, Trichloroethylene, and Dichloroethane
On April 1, 2026, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) proposed to revise the color additive regulations (Docket No. FDA-2026-C-3071) to remove the permitted use of three solvents—methylene chloride, trichloroethylene, and dichloroethane—in the manufacture of annatto extract, paprika oleoresin, and turmeric oleoresin. 
US FDA consultation color additives solvents revision food additives
Apr 09, 2026
Thailand Proposes Revision to the List of Enzymes for Food Production, Adding Multiple Enzymes and Conditions of Use
On March 24, 2026, the Thailand Food and Drug Administration issued a draft notification of the Ministry of Public Health on “Enzymes for Food Production (No. 2),” proposing revisions to the list of permitted enzymes in Annex 1 of Notification No. 443 (2023). Public comments are being solicited, with a deadline of April 24, 2026.
Thailand FDA revision enzymes food production notification conditions of use public consultation
Apr 08, 2026
EU Sets Maximum Residue Limits for Five Substances in or on Certain Products
On April 1, 2026, the European Commission issued Regulation (EU) 2026/752, amending Annex IV of Regulation (EC) No 396/2005. 
EU European Commission MRL residue limits Regulation
Apr 08, 2026
Cross-border E-commerce Special Medical Purpose Foods for Personal Use Only, Strictly Prohibited from Resale
Foods for Special Medical Purposes (FSMP) are specially formulated products designed to meet the unique nutritional or dietary needs of individuals with restricted food intake, impaired digestion or absorption, metabolic disorders, or specific medical conditions. These products are directly related to the health and safety of vulnerable groups. China implements strict registration and regulatory supervision over FSMP, and any illegal or non-compliant business activities will be seriously investigated and penalized in accordance with the law.
China FSMP food safety registration compliance cross-border e-commerce ban
Apr 03, 2026
Japan Proposes to Revise the Enforcement Regulations of the Plant Protection Act and Related Regulations
On March 10, 2026, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) of Japan issued a notice proposing revisions to the Enforcement Regulations of the Plant Protection Act and related regulations, and opened a public consultation with a deadline of April 8, 2026.
Japan MAFF revision plant protection quarantine pests import export consultation
Apr 03, 2026
China Releases First National Standard for Probiotic Ingredients in Health Foods (Draft for Public Consultation)
Recently, China's State Administration for Market Regulation and the National Technical Committee for Standardization of Special Foods issued the draft national standard "Probiotic Ingredients for Health Foods" for public consultation, marking a major milestone for the probiotic industry.
China probiotics national standard health food ingredients public consultation strain specificity
Apr 02, 2026
Türkiye Proposes to Revise Wheat Flour Standard
On March 27, 2026, the General Directorate of Food and Control of Türkiye issued Announcement No. 2026/7, proposing revisions to the wheat flour standard. The public consultation period is open until May 4, 2026.
Türkiye standard revision wheat flour additives consultation food
Apr 01, 2026
Thailand FDA Opens Public Consultation on Draft Revision of Food Manufacturing Enzyme List
On March 24, 2026, the Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA) opened a public consultation on the draft revision of Appendix 1 (Enzyme List) of the "Food Manufacturing Enzymes (Second Edition)." 
Thailand FDA public consultation enzyme food manufacturing revision MPH notification
Mar 31, 2026
India Lifts Wheat Export Ban
According to Business Standard of India, the Indian central government has recently lifted the wheat export ban that had been in place since May 2022, approving the export of 2.5 million tonnes of wheat and 0.5 million tonnes of wheat products. The government stated that wheat production and stockpiles in the new fiscal year are expected to reach record highs, and that current inventories are sufficient, ensuring that exports will not affect food security.
India wheat export ban lifting policy trade food security
Mar 30, 2026
Algeria Advances Agricultural Production Projects to Enhance Food Security
According to a report by Algerian media Algérie360 on March 11, Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Youcef Cherfa chaired a coordination meeting to launch two strategic projects aimed at enhancing agricultural production capacity and promoting the transformation of scientific research results. Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Kamel Baddari, along with representatives from multiple research institutions and relevant economic entities, attended the meeting.
Algeria agricultural production food security banana seedlings seed production import reduction
Mar 30, 2026
Moldova Proposes to Revise Food Additives Regulation to Update the Permitted List of Food Additives and Conditions of Use
On March 23, 2026, the Ministry of Health of Moldova issued a draft ministerial order to revise Ministerial Order No. 127/2024 and opened it for public consultation. The draft aims to update the permitted list of food additives and conditions of use to align with Regulation (EC) No. 1333/2008 and its subsequent amendments. The consultation period will end on April 6, 2026.
Moldova Ministry of Health revision food additives permitted list conditions of use EU alignment
Mar 30, 2026
Australia and New Zealand Approve 2′-Fucosyllactose Produced by Genetically Modified Corynebacterium for Use in Infant Formula
According to the Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ), on March 24, 2026, FSANZ issued Notification No. 385-26, approving Application A1334 to permit the use of 2′-fucosyllactose (2′-FL) produced by genetically modified Corynebacterium in infant formula products.
Australia New Zealand FSANZ approval 2-fucosyllactose 2-FL genetically modified infant formula novel
Mar 27, 2026
South Korea Proposes Revision to Food Additives Standards
On March 3, 2026, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) of South Korea submitted notifications to the World Trade Organization (WTO), proposing revisions to the "Standards and Specifications for Food Additives," with a focus on adjusting sweetener usage standards and strengthening management requirements for flavoring substances and other materials.
South Korea MFDS WTO notification standard revision food additives sweeteners flavoring substances
Mar 25, 2026
Israel Approves 3'-Fucosyllactose (3-FL) as a Novel Food Ingredient
On March 5, 2026, the Ministry of Health of Israel issued Document No. 123875726, approving 3'-Fucosyllactose (3-FL) as a novel food ingredient. The approval requirements are as follows and take effect upon publication
Israel approval 3-Fucosyllactose 3-FL novel food food additive
Mar 25, 2026
Indonesia Issues New Circular on Nitrous Oxide (N₂O) as a Food Additive
On February 27, 2026, the Indonesian Food and Drug Authority issued Circular No. 2 of 2026, establishing requirements for the production, import, registration, and distribution of nitrous oxide (N₂O) as a food additive. The circular took effect immediately upon issuance. Key Provisions include:
Indonesia BPOM Nitrous oxide Food additive Packaging Labeling Compliance reporting
Mar 24, 2026
China SAMR Issues Q&A on Registration of FSMP under New National Standards
On March 18, 2026, the State Administration for Market Regulation released a Q&A document titled Registration of Foods for Special Medical Purposes (FSMP) under New National Standards. The document aims to guide enterprises in conducting product registration in accordance with two newly issued national food safety standards
China SAMR FSMP Registration National Standard GB29922 GB31662 Food for Special Medical Purpose
Mar 23, 2026
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