GCC proposes Technical Regulation for Trans Fatty Acids

Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) issues drafted technical regulation applies to the maximum amount allowed for trans fatty acid and declaring the trans fatty acid on the nutrition label per serving.

Products covered : trans fatty acid

Objective and rationale, including the nature of urgent problems where applicable : Food safety.

Proposed date of adoption : 180 days from date of publication of approved version.

Proposed date of entry into force : 180 days from date of publication of approved version.

Final date for comments : 60 days from notification

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