DEPARTMENT: Department of Health
ASSOCIATED ACT: Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act 54 of 1972
REGULATION NAME: Regulations relating to irradiated foodstuffs
NO AND DATE: R1600 of 1983 | R366 of 24 May 2013
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This South African Regulation relates to Irradiated Foodstuffs.
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Read more: VETERINARY MEDICINE & STOCK REMEDY RESIDUES – Regulations Governing the Maximum Limits for Veterinary Medicine and Stock Remedy Residues that may be Present in FoodstuffsKey facts
- Irradiated foodstuffs in South Africa are governed by the Regulations Relating to Irradiated Foodstuffs, made under the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act 54 of 1972.
- The original regulation is R1600 of 1983, later amended by R366 published on 24 May 2013.
- These regulations fall under the administration of the Department of Health.
- This reference page provides the regulation citations and downloadable copies of R1600 of 1983 and R366 of 2013, alongside links to related food-safety legislation.
Frequently asked questions
Which South African law governs irradiated foodstuffs?
Irradiated foodstuffs are governed by the Regulations Relating to Irradiated Foodstuffs, made under the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act 54 of 1972. These regulations fall under the Department of Health.
What is the regulation number for irradiated foodstuffs in South Africa?
The original regulation is R1600 of 1983. It was subsequently amended by R366, published on 24 May 2013. Both documents are available to download from this reference page.
Which government department administers the irradiated foodstuffs regulations?
The Regulations Relating to Irradiated Foodstuffs are administered by the Department of Health. They sit under the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act 54 of 1972.
Where can I find the full text of the irradiated foodstuffs regulations?
The full regulatory text is contained in the downloadable documents linked on this page, namely R1600 of 1983 and its amendment R366 of 2013. Refer directly to those documents for the detailed requirements. ASC Food Safety Consultants can assist with interpreting and applying these regulations.