We are a bi-national government agency. Our main responsibility is to develop and administer the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code, which contains legal requirements for foods, such as additives, food safety, labelling and GM foods. Interpretation and enforcement of the Code are the responsibility of State/Territory departments and food agencies within Australia and New Zealand.
Industry
Government Administration, Public administration, International organisations, administrations and associations, Education, Training & Organisations
HQ Location
Majura Park, ACT 2609, AU
Keywords
Standards (regulations) for the sale and handling of foodcoordination of Australia's food recall systemscience-based risk assessment and risk managementlegal drafting of food standardsand and stakeholder engagement and communication