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Sampling methods and the methods of analysis for the official control of the levels of lead, cadmium, mercury and 3-MCPD in foodstuffs Rules, 2005 (L.N. 98 of 2005).

Country/Territory
Malta
Document type
Regulation
Date
2005
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Food & nutrition
Keyword
Food quality control/food safety Residues Hygiene/sanitary procedures
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, Mediterranean, Southern Europe
Abstract

The sampling for the official control of the levels of lead, cadmium, mercury and 3-MCPD in foodstuffs shall be carried out in compliance with the methods described in the Schedule I. Schedule II describes the criteria applicable to sample preparation and methods of analyses.

Full text
English
Website
www.doi.gov.mt

References - Legislation

Implements

Commission Directive 2001/22/EC laying down the sampling methods and the methods of analysis for the official control of the levels of lead, cadmium, mercury and 3-MCPD in foodstuffs.

Legislation | European Union | 2001

Keyword: Food quality control/food safety, Residues, Hygiene/sanitary procedures

Source: FAO, FAOLEX