Permitted additives and general labelling requirements for major world export markets analyzed.

(PRWEB) March 6, 2004--Research and Markets announces the addition of the online International Food Legislation manual to its offerings.

This manual provides coverage of permitted additives and general labelling requirements for 23 major export markets, including the EU Member States, Japan, Australia/New Zealand and USA/Canada. Key information on regulatory provisions for chocolate and sugar confectionery, soft drinks, jams and similar products and meat products is also detailed. This online Manual is a comprehensive resource for those with responsibility for regulatory affairs and all who want to review export business opportunities for their products.

The European Community (EC) Food Legislation Manual includes background information on the EC as an organisation, together with detailed discussions of current EC Directives and Regulations related to food, as well as proposed EC legislation. The Directives and Regulations are covered under two categories: horizontal legislation relating to all foods, and vertical legislation relating to specific food groups.

The International Food Legislation manual summarises selected national legislation of 22 major countries, including all EU Member States and the USA, Japan and Australia. The manual summarises the organisation of the legislation in each country and also legislation covering food additives, composition and labelling for each individual country. Details are provided for each of the permitted use of food additives, including antioxidants, colours, preservatives, emulsifiers, stabilisers and thickeners.

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