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Government Chemistry Laboratory Authority Act 2016 (No. 8 of 2016).

Country/Territory
United Republic of Tanzania
Document type
Legislation
Date
2016
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Acts Supplement, Official Gazette No. 11 of 30 September 2016.
Long title
An Act to provide for the establishment of the Government Chemistry Laboratory Authority; to provide for its powers and functions; and to provide for matters related thereto.
Subject
Agricultural & rural development, Food & nutrition
Keyword
Research Food quality control/food safety Inspection
Geographical area
Africa, Eastern Africa, Least Developed Countries
Abstract

This Act establishes the Government Chemistry Laboratory Authority and provides with respect to its functions, powers and administration. The authority shall be the supreme and referral laboratory of the Government of Tanzania. It shall carry out, among other things, testing of food and drugs. it shall also carry out functions under the Environmental Management Act. The Act also requires other laboratories to register with the Chief Government Chemist.

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