Regulations relating to food-grade salt (No. R. 184 of 2007). Country/Territory South Africa Document type Regulation Date 2007 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Food & nutrition Keyword Food quality control/food safety Condiments/herbs/spices Vegetables/legumes Packaging/labelling Standards Geographical area Africa, Southern Africa Abstract These Regulations define standards for “food-grade salt”, i.e. a crystalline product consisting of 97% sodium chloride which is used as an ingredient or flavouring in or on foodstuff and which may be obtained from the sea, underground rock salt deposits or natural brine. It also lays down specific standards for salt to be exported, imported or placed on the market of South Africa and prohibits the sale of sub-standard salt. Food-grade salt may contain the additives listed in these Regulations bu Full text English Website www.info.gov.za References - Legislation Implements Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act. Legislation | South Africa | 1972 (2007) Keyword: Basic legislation, Food quality control/food safety, Hygiene/sanitary procedures, International trade, Packaging/labelling, Inspection, Fraud/deceit/adulteration, Offences/penalties Source: FAO, FAOLEX