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Atomic Energy Rules (Control of Irradiation of Food), 1996.

Country/Territory
India
Document type
Regulation
Date
1996
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Energy, Food & nutrition
Keyword
Nuclear energy Hazardous waste Food quality control/food safety Authorization/permit Certification Consumer protection Data collection/reporting Packaging/labelling Toxicity/poisoning Treated food
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Indian Ocean, South Asian Seas, Southern Asia
Entry into force notes
Entry into force on the date of publication in the Official Gazette.
Abstract

The Rules set guidelines on the operating of irradiations applied to food, and which require an operating license following the granting of a certificate of approval from the Competent Authority. The facility must be in conformity with the conditions set for the operation and efficiency criteria as specified in Schedule IV.

Full text
English
Website
www.dae.nic.in

References - Legislation

Implements

Atomic Energy Act, 1962 (Act No. 33 of 1962).

Legislation | India | 1962 (1987)

Keyword: Nuclear energy, Energy conservation/energy production, Offences/penalties, Hazardous waste, Exploration, Liability/compensation, Minerals, Mining

Source: FAO, FAOLEX