Protection of Breast-Feeding and Child Nutrition Ordinance, 2002 (Act No. XCIII of 2002).

Country/Territory: Pakistan
Territorial subdivision: Punjab
Document type: Legislation
Date: 2002 (2012)
Source: FAO, FAOLEX
Long title: An Ordinance to provide for protection of breast-feeding and nutrition for infants and young children.

Subject: Food & nutrition
Keyword: Breastfeeding/infant food Food quality control/food safety Institution Packaging/labelling Nutrition Offences/penalties Codex Alimentarius
Geographical area: Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Indian Ocean, South Asian Seas, Southern Asia

Abstract: This Act provides for the promotion and protection of breast-feeding and for the marketing and promotion of designated products including breast milk substitutes in order to ensure safe and adequate nutrition for infants and young children.
Full text: English
Website: punjablaws.gov.pk