Sweeteners for Use in Foodstuffs Regulations. Country/Territory Malta Document type Regulation Date 2001 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Food & nutrition Keyword Food quality control/food safety Food additives Standards Breastfeeding/infant food Geographical area Europe, European Union Countries, Southern Europe Abstract These regulations apply to sweeteners which are used (i) in the preparation of foodstuffs to impart a sweet taste to foodstuffs, or (ii) as table top sweeteners. Only the sweeteners listed in the Schedule may be placed on the market or used in the manufacture of foodstuffs. Sweeteners may not be used in food for infants and young children. The purity criteria prescribed by European Community Directive 95/31/EC and subsequent amendments shall be met (reg. 8). Full text English Website www.legal-malta.com References - Legislation Implements Commission Directive 95/31/EC laying down specific criteria of purity concerning sweeteners for use in foodstuffs. Legislation | European Union | 1995 | Repealed Keyword: Food quality control/food safety, Food additives, Standards Source: FAO, FAOLEX