China: China Releases Standard for Maximum Levels of Mycotoxins in Foods

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On March 17, 2017, the National Health and Family Planning Commission (NHFPC, currently the National Health Commission) and the China Food and Drug Administration (CFDA, currently the State Administration of Market Regulation) released the National Food Safety Standard for Maximum Levels of Mycotoxins in Foods (GB 2761-2017), which was implemented on September 17, 2017. This standard sets limits for Aflatoxin B1, Aflatoxin M1, Deoxynivalenol, Patulin, Ochratoxin A and Zearalenone in foods. It is an update of the GB2761-2011. Please note that the comment process has ended and that this standard is considered final. 

China: China Releases Standard for Maximum Levels of Mycotoxins in Foods

 

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