HK public to be consulted on new food regulations

The Hong Kong government has launched a three-month consultation into the amendments made to the Harmful Substances in Food Regulations.

The amendments will further regulate the use of three types of mycotoxins, setting up standards for the use of harmful substances in food including edible fats and oils, condiments and formula products and foods for infants.

“Partially hydrogenated oils” will also be listed as a prohibited substance in food.

Authorities suggest the amended regulations be effective 18 months after gazetted, in order to provide sufficient time for food industries and testing laboratories to adapt and prepare themselves for the change in the updated food safety standards.