Given the widespread presence of Listeria monocytogens (“LM” for short) in food, to avoid LM polluting the food and prevent poisoning incidents, CFDA issues a notice on July 4: food enterprises shall promote cold storage technology and establish Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Good Hygienic Practice (GHP), etc. The public shall improve the self-protection awareness, develop good hygiene habits, avoid LM polluting the food and prevent poisoning incidents, thus reducing the risk of listerellosis. See details.
CFDA scientifically interprets “colorants”
CFDA July 5
In view of the problems found in recent sampling inspection, CFDA issues the scientific interpretation on “colorants”. The rational use of “colorants” according to the regulations of standards will not cause harm to human health; for the existing phenomenon that “colorants” are used beyond food scope and limited level, high attention shall be given. Experts suggest that: (a) Food production enterprises shall strictly abide by the relevant standards and regulations. (2) The supervision department shall strengthen their efforts in supervising such phenomenon that “colorants” are used beyond food scope and limited level. (3) The consumers shall keep a rational perspective about food colorants. See details.
Clarification announcement of Sanquan food
CNFOL July 7
