On February 18, 2019, China National Centre for Food Safety Risk Assessment (CFSA) publicly solicited opinions on a novel food additive, calcium propionate.

According to the Administrative Measures for Novel Food Additives, in the administrative licensing work for novel food additives, it is necessary to publicly solicit opinions on the technical requirements of novel food additives, and CFSA is responsible for collecting opinions and finishing work.

The following are the main contents of the public consultation for the new food additive variety calcium propionate:

1. Common name

Calcium propionate

2. Functional classification

Preservatives

3. Use range and dosage

Use range: Pre-cooked meat products  Maximum use: 3.0 g/kg
Use range: Cooked meat products  Maximum use: 3.0 g/kg

4. Technical requirements

The quality specifications of calcium propionate refer to GB 25548-2010 National Food Safety Standard Food Additives Calcium Propionate.

The deadline for solicitation is 30 days from the date of announcement.

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