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Act for Salt Iodization Nationwide (ASIN) (Republic Act No. 8172).

Country/Territory
Philippines
Document type
Legislation
Date
1995
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Food & nutrition
Keyword
Food security Nutrition Condiments/herbs/spices Policy/planning
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, East Asian Seas, North Pacific, South-Eastern Asia
Entry into force notes
This Act enters into force 15 days after its publication in the Official Gazette.
Abstract

This Act requires the addition of iodine to all salt intended for animal and human consumption in order to eliminate micronutrient malnutrition in the country.

Full text
English
Website
www.chanrobles.com

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act No. 8172 for Salt Iodization Nationwide.

Legislation | Philippines | 1996 (2004)

Keyword: Food security, Nutrition, Condiments/herbs/spices, Policy/planning

Source: FAO, FAOLEX