AFDC 27 (2572) DTZS:2024, Code  of  practice  for  the  reduction  of  contamination  of  food with polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) from smoking and direct drying processes, First Edition

Regular notification 2024-03-21
G/SPS/N/TZA/340

Description

This  Code of Practice  provides  guidance on reduction of  PAH contamination  of food  during  direct and  indirect smoking, and direct drying processes. It does not cover PAH contamination originating from the use of herbs and spices in  the smoking process; indirect drying;  barbecuing and other types of cooking in  private homes or  the catering sector; and environmental contamination of raw materials.Note: This Draft Tanzania Standard was also notified under TBT Committee.

Keywords

Human health; Food safety; Contaminants