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Plain English Allergen Labelling: One year of clearer, safer food labels

Plain English Allergen Labelling: One year of clearer, safer food labels This time last year Plain English Allergen Labelling (PEAL) requirements became mandatory across Australia and New Zealand. These changes, developed under Proposal P1044, transformed how allergens are declared on food labels, making them easier to identify and understand for millions of consumers. FSANZ approved the new requirements in 2021 after extensive consultation and evidence gathering. The goal was to clearly declare allergens using simple, consistent terms in a standardised format. Businesses had three years to transition and since 25 February 2024, food labels have had to comply with the…

Published 5 March 2025

Strengthening food safety after a recall

Strengthening food safety after a recall Did you know food recalls can do more than just remove unsafe food from shelves? In response to conducting a recall of their product, most businesses take proactive steps to prevent food safety issues from recurring.As part of food recall reporting requirements, food businesses are required to identify corrective actions they have taken.  Our food recall statistics show businesses take a range of corrective actions including staff training, amending handling procedures, updating product labels, altering ingredients, improving manufacturing practices and changing equipment.  The majority of food business (90%) reported undertaking more than one corrective action. These efforts help reduce the likelihood of recalls happening…

Published 13 March 2025

Antimicrobial resistance and food safety

Antimicrobial resistance and food safety Practicing good food safety can reduce the risk of foodborne illness and help limit the spread of antibiotic resistant bacteria. Microorganisms, including bacteria, are everywhere. They can spread through the interactions and movement of people, animals, food and the environment. Some bacteria are good, some are harmful, and some are resistant to antibiotics (which are antimicrobials). Everyone can play a role in slowing the spread of antibiotic resistant bacteria.  The Australian food supply is one of the safest in the world, but people can still get sick from eating contaminated foods. Foodborne illness can be caused by bacteria and in some cases these bacteria can also be antimicrobial resistant. This means the steps we…

Published 16 March 2023

Notification Circular - 332-25

Notification Circular - 332-25 This Notification Circular includes notices that are required to be given to the public, submitters and appropriate government agencies, under the Food Standards Australia New Zealand Act 1991 (FSANZ Act). For information about progress on all current applications and proposals, including anticipated consultation opportunities, see the FSANZ Food Standards Work Plan. Previous Notification Circulars and Gazettes are available on the…

Published 19 March 2025

Call for comment on permitting companion dogs and cats in aircraft cabins

Call for comment on permitting companion dogs and cats in aircraft cabins Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for comment on an application to amend the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code to allow, under controlled conditions, small companion dogs and cats in aircraft cabins, including as food is served on flights. The application, submitted by Virgin Australia Pty Ltd, seeks approval for airline businesses operating in Australia to continue serving food to customers as part of in-flight service when companion animals are onboard. The proposed amendment to the Code would allow airline passengers to travel with companion dogs and cats in the aircraft cabin, provided the animals are kept in pet containers and meet airline requirements. FSANZ’s safety assessment found the risk of foodborne transmission of…

Published 19 March 2025

A1314 - Permitting small dogs and cats in aircraft cabins

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

Published 19 March 2025

A1326 - Addition of phytosterols, phytostanols or their esters as a novel food to bread and bread products

A1326 - Addition of phytosterols, phytostanols or their esters as a novel food to bread and bread products To seek approval for the addition of phytosterols, phytostanols or their esters as a novel food to bread and bread products.

Published 19 March 2025

A1315 – Chitosan and (1,3)-beta-glucans from white button mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus) as a food additive

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 (Agaricus bisporus) as a food additive in food and b

Published 25 October 2024

Call for comment on mushroom chitosan as a preservative

Call for comment on mushroom chitosan as a preservative Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for comment on an application to permit the use of a preservative derived from mushrooms.  Chitosan is a substance with antimicrobial properties found in the shells of crustaceans and cell walls of fungi.  The application seeks approval to use mushroom chitosan, extracted from white button mushrooms, as a preservative in food and beverage products.  Our safety assessment found no public health or safety concerns with the proposed use of mushroom chitosan. It is approved for use in other countries including the US, Canada, Japan and South Korea.  If mushroom chitosan is included in a food product, it must be declared on the label as ‘preservative’ with the term ‘mushroom chitosan’ in brackets.   To have…

Published 25 March 2025

Notification Circular - 334-25

Notification Circular - 334-25 This Notification Circular includes notices that are required to be given to the public, submitters and appropriate government agencies, under the Food Standards Australia New Zealand Act 1991 (FSANZ Act). For information about progress on all current applications and proposals, including anticipated consultation opportunities, see the FSANZ Food Standards Work Plan. Previous Notification Circulars and Gazettes are available on the…

Published 26 March 2025