Draft Philippine National Standard (PNS) Code of Hygienic Practice for the Sale of Fresh Agriculture and Fishery Products in Markets and Authorized Outlets

Regular notification 2016-09-15
G/SPS/N/PHL/343

Description

This Draft PNS Code of Hygienic Practice for the Sale of Fresh Agriculture and Fishery Products in Markets and Authorized Outlets contains a series of minimum requirements and practices to be observed in the sale of fresh agriculture and fishery products in markets and authorized outlets that are fit for human consumption. This Code applies to all agriculture and fishery products consisting of fruits, vegetables, meat, fish, and fishery products that have not undergone any treatment or any processing and exhibit good quality characteristics. The purpose of the Code is to ensure that fresh agriculture and fishery products sold in markets and authorized outlets are safe and fit for human consumption.

Keywords

Food safety; Human health