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Law on Food (No. VIII-1608).

Country/Territory
Lithuania
Document type
Legislation
Date
2000
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Food & nutrition
Keyword
Basic legislation Food quality control/food safety Standards Inspection Packaging/labelling Codex Alimentarius International organization HACCP
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, Northern Europe
Entry into force notes
This Law commenced on 1 July 2000.
Abstract

This Law shall lay down the requirements for food placed on the market and its handling and the competence of state institutions and public organizations for the protection of consumers' rights in ensuring food safety. It shall also regulate duties and liability of food producers, food service operators and food traders. The purpose of this Law is to ensure that food meets international requirements for free movement of goods and that food produced in Lithuania can compete more effectively on the international market.

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