Codex Alimentarius

US Codex Office Announces Public Meeting on CCFL49 Food Labelling Agenda

The US Codex Office is seeking stakeholder input ahead of May 2026 international negotiations on food labelling standards, focusing on precautionary allergen labelling (PAL) and multipack formats. Companies should monitor these proceedings as they will shape global benchmarks for allergen risk communication and supply chain transparency, directly impacting future export compliance.

2 Apr 2026, 09:33federalregister.govUnited StatesCanada

Gulf States Propose Draft GSO Standards for Sweetened Condensed and Evaporated Milk

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has proposed updated technical regulations for sweetened condensed and evaporated milk, aligning regional standards with recent Codex Alimentarius updates. Manufacturers must prepare for revised composition thresholds, stricter additive controls, and specific labeling requirements to maintain market access across the Gulf region.

28 Mar 2026, 18:22members.wto.orgUnited Arab EmiratesBahrainKuwaitOmanQatarSaudi Arabia

EU Submits Final Comments on Codex Food Additive INS List Changes (CCFA56)

The EU has finalized its position on proposed updates to the Codex International Numbering System (INS) for food additives, supporting the inclusion of new substances like monk fruit extract and sodium hydrosulphite. While these positions do not immediately alter EU law, they signal future alignment of international labeling and functional class standards for additives such as nisin and microcrystalline cellulose.

27 Mar 2026, 20:41data.consilium.europa.euEuropean Union

Egypt Adopts ES 49 Standard for Olive Oils and Olive Pomace Oils With Six-Month Transitional Period

Egypt has adopted Ministerial Decree No. 57/2026, mandating the new ES 49 standard for olive oils and olive pomace oils with a six-month compliance window. Businesses should prepare for alignment with international Codex standards, ensuring product quality and labeling meet revised technical specifications for market access.

27 Mar 2026, 20:25track.pstmrk.itEgypt

Great Britain Adopts New Codex Pesticide MRLs as GB Maximum Residue Levels

Great Britain has formally adopted new Codex pesticide Maximum Residue Levels (MRLs) into domestic law, effective February 13, 2026. Food producers and importers must verify compliance against the updated GB MRL Statutory Register to ensure market access and consumer safety for treated commodities.

22 Mar 2026, 10:35content.govdelivery.comUnited Kingdom

United States Codex Office Public Meeting on Codex Committee on Fish and Fishery Products (CCFFP37)

The U.S. Codex Office will hold a public meeting on March 19, 2026, to finalize national positions for the 37th Session of the Codex Committee on Fish and Fishery Products. Proposed changes to global seaweed standards and the restructuring of marine biotoxin limits could shift international compliance benchmarks and trade requirements for seafood manufacturers.

18 Mar 2026, 16:01public-inspection.federalregister.govUnited StatesGlobal

Hungary Notifies Draft Amendment to Codex Alimentarius Hungaricus Quick-Frozen Food Requirements

Hungary has notified the European Commission of a draft amendment to national standards for quick-frozen foods under the Hungarian Food Codex. While technical details are pending, businesses should prepare for potential changes to product specifications, labeling, or safety requirements for frozen goods in the Hungarian market.

12 Mar 2026, 11:08ec.europa.euHungaryEuropean Union

Chile Proposes Olive Oil Quality And Labelling Amendment To Food Sanitary Regulation (G/TBT/N/CHL/787)

Chile is proposing strict new quality and labeling standards for olive oil to align with international Codex requirements. Manufacturers must prepare for rigorous composition testing and the removal of common marketing descriptors such as "pure" or "light" from labels.

11 Mar 2026, 16:19members.wto.orgChile

Panama Notifies Draft SPS Technical Regulation on Flavoured Liquid Milk

Panama notified the WTO of a draft technical regulation for flavoured liquid milk on March 5, 2026, establishing new composition, microbiological, and labelling standards. Manufacturers and exporters must align product formulations and packaging with specific Panamanian requirements, including mandatory sanitary registration and a ban on preservatives, to maintain market access.

11 Mar 2026, 12:26epingalert.orgPanama

US EPA Finalises Pesticide Tolerance Changes for Terbacil and Other Active Ingredients

The US EPA has finalized a rule amending pesticide tolerances for 15 active ingredients, including terbacil, metolachlor, and deltamethrin, effective February 20, 2026. Food producers and importers must ensure compliance with revised residue limits and updated commodity definitions, noting that lowered tolerances generally expire after a 180-day transition period ending August 19, 2026.

23 Feb 2026, 19:15federalregister.govUnited States

South Korea MFDS Consults On Amendments To Food Additives Standards For Sweeteners And Flavourings

South Korea is proposing revised use standards and category-specific limits for sweeteners and flavourings to align with international food safety norms. Food and beverage manufacturers should review formulations against new maximum levels for sweeteners and prepare for the phase-out of specific additives like azodicarbonamide.

17 Feb 2026, 16:04mfds.go.krSouth Korea

FAO Report Highlights Widespread Fish Fraud In Global Seafood Supply Chains

A new FAO report reveals that approximately 20% of global seafood trade involves fraud, including species substitution, adulteration, and false sustainability claims. Companies should prepare for heightened regulatory scrutiny and stricter traceability requirements as international bodies move toward harmonized labeling and advanced analytical verification.

17 Feb 2026, 14:02newfoodmagazine.comGlobal

US EPA Final Rule Establishes Hexythiazox Tolerances for Citrus Subgroups

The US EPA has established new national and regional pesticide tolerances for hexythiazox on citrus subgroups, effective February 13, 2026. Food producers and exporters must ensure residue levels align with these updated limits to maintain compliance and avoid enforcement actions in the US market.

14 Feb 2026, 19:18federalregister.govUnited States

US EPA Final Rule Increases Afidopyropen Strawberry Tolerance to 0.3 ppm

The US EPA has increased the permanent residue tolerance for the insecticide afidopyropen in strawberries to 0.3 ppm, effective February 13, 2026. This adjustment de-harmonizes US standards from Codex MRLs, requiring food producers and exporters to manage divergent compliance thresholds for international trade.

14 Feb 2026, 19:12federalregister.govUnited States

Setting of Import Tolerances for Dimethomorph in Grapes

EFSA has confirmed that proposed import tolerances for the fungicide dimethomorph in grapes are safe for consumers. This opinion supports continued market access for imported produce while the EU maintains its ban on domestic application of the substance.

14 Feb 2026, 14:14efsa.europa.euEuropean Union

Philippines FDA Consults on Draft Order Adopting Codex Standard for Fruit Juices and Nectars (CXS 247-2005)

The Philippines FDA is consulting on a draft Administrative Order to adopt the Codex General Standard for Fruit Juices and Nectars (CXS 247-2005) as a mandatory national technical regulation. This move aligns local compositional, labeling, and safety requirements with international standards and introduces a mechanism for the automatic adoption of future Codex updates.

13 Feb 2026, 15:54fda.gov.phPhilippines

Japan CAA, MHLW And MAFF Announce 121st Codex Liaison Council Meeting With Online Public Attendance

Japan's regulatory agencies will convene the 121st Codex Liaison Council on March 4, 2026, to discuss upcoming international standards for food additives and veterinary drug residues. Participation offers early insight into Japan's stance on global food safety harmonisation, impacting future compliance requirements for food and beverage manufacturers.

12 Feb 2026, 18:41caa.go.jpJapan

USDA U.S. Codex Office Announces Public Meeting On CCMAS45 Methods Of Analysis And Sampling

The U.S. Codex Office is convening a public meeting on February 19, 2026, to finalize national positions on international food analysis and sampling standards. These negotiations will establish the technical benchmarks for allergen labeling and sampling protocols, directly impacting global supply chain compliance and testing requirements.

11 Feb 2026, 08:41govinfo.govUnited StatesGlobal

Philippines FDA Consults On New Licensing Rules For Food Business Operators And Processed Food Registration

The Philippines FDA is overhauling licensing and registration rules for food business operators and processed food products to modernize market entry and oversight. Businesses must prepare for more rigorous pre-licensing inspections and mandatory risk management plans, reflecting a shift toward stricter enforcement of chemical and microbiological safety standards.

29 Jan 2026, 09:07fda.gov.phPhilippines

Health Canada Consults On Proposed Maximum Residue Limit For Sedaxane (PMRL2026-01)

Health Canada is proposing new 0.01 ppm Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) for the pesticide sedaxane on bulb onions and cucurbit vegetables, with comments due by April 5, 2026. The move aligns Canadian standards with U.S. tolerances, simplifying compliance for North American food supply chains while maintaining conservative safety thresholds.

22 Jan 2026, 10:57canada.caCanada