Around the World - The global regulatory framework for the commercialization of nutrient enriched biofortified foods
USA
Sep 07, 2022
Nutrient enriched crops (NECs) were developed through biofortification as a tool to reach the world's most vulnerable. The delivery model developed by HarvestPlus for the scaling of NECs relies on commercial demand from food businesses and consumers, coupled with the ability to promote and market foods that comply with legislation. This review of standards, regulations, and laws across the value chain in 20 countries demonstrates that existing provisions for food labeling are sufficient to carry out sales and marketing of foods made from conventionally bred NECs. The term biofortification is not necessary to create demand and, potentially, is counterproductive. Promoting the natural source of vitamins and minerals and relevant nutrition claims is the most effective and simple way to signpost healthier products to consumers. Until 2021, it was not possible to distinguish NECs at the grain level from the market standard. The development of a globally relevant Publicly Available Specification allows traders to demand grains that offer a substantial increase in zinc, iron, or vitamin A. Addressing this gap at the grain level ensures that standards and regulations are available end-to-end in the food supply chain providing the enabling environment for the rapid scale of NECs.
FDA proposes new limits for vitamins and minerals
Philippines
Jan 18, 2024
Iron Hydroxide Adipate Tartrate authorized for use in food supplements
European Union
Jan 18, 2024
Regulation on dietary supplements amended
Norway
Oct 11, 2023
Use of iodine in dietary supplements authorized
Canada
Sep 11, 2023
FDA adopts 2015 Recommended Energy and Nutrient Intake
Philippines
Sep 05, 2023
Vitamin D fortification of yogurt and kefir soon to be allowed
Canada
Jul 28, 2023
Food Standards Code update
Australia
Jul 19, 2023
FDA reviews nutrient intake requirements for food supplements
Thailand
Jun 14, 2023
HSA issues a warning on excessive intake of vitamin B6
Singapore
Jun 07, 2023
Commission publishes amendment on nicotinamide riboside chloride added to foodstuffs
European Union
Jun 05, 2023
FSSAI revises limits for micronutrients (minerals and vitamins) in infant formulas
India
May 25, 2023
Products/ingredients with vitamins and/or minerals above an RDA will not be regulated under food regulation
India
May 24, 2023
Nicotinamide riboside chloride authorized for use as a source of niacin
European Union
Mar 13, 2023
Scientific report on vitamin D nutrition published
Ireland
Feb 17, 2023
Addition of vitamin D3 as a nutrient supplement in breakfast cereals and grain-based bars
USA
Jan 16, 2023
