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Notification of the Ministry of Public Health (No. 205) B.E. 2543 (2000) Re: Oil and Fat.

Country/Territory
Thailand
Document type
Regulation
Date
2001
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Food & nutrition
Keyword
Oils/oilseeds/fats Food quality control/food safety Packaging/labelling Consumer protection Processing/handling International trade Classification/declassification
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, East Asian Seas, Indian Ocean, South-Eastern Asia
Abstract

This Notification provides for the requirements to be satisfied by edible oil and fat. The definition of edible oil and fat is given in Clause 2. Edible oil and fat shall be divided into three categories according to Clause 3. Plants or animals to be used in oil or fat production shall be in suitable conditions for food production and shall not be hazardous for consumption (Clause 4). The remaining Clauses make provision for: oil and fat quality and production processes, food additives to be used for oil and fat production, usage of containers, labels for oil and fat, etc.

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References - Legislation

Implements

Food Act (B.E. 2522).

Legislation | Thailand | 1979

Keyword: Basic legislation, Food quality control/food safety, Beverages, Food additives, Processing/handling, Packaging/labelling, Inspection, Institution, Internal trade, International trade, Authorization/permit, Offences/penalties

Source: FAO, FAOLEX