DEPARTMENT: Department of Health
ASSOCIATED ACT: Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act 54 of 1972
REGULATION NAME: Regulations relating to the fortification of certain foodstuffs
NO AND DATE: R504 of 07 April 2003 | R1206 of 14 November 2008
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The South African Regulations relating to the fortification of certain foodstuffs.
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- The Regulations relating to the fortification of certain foodstuffs are made under the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act 54 of 1972.
- The regulation was published as R504 on 7 April 2003 and later amended by R1206 on 14 November 2008.
- The regulations fall under the South African Department of Health.
- A PDF of the full regulation text is available to download via the South African government website.
- ASC Food Safety Consultants offers a virtual consultation booking to help food businesses with fortification compliance.
Frequently asked questions
What law governs the fortification of certain foodstuffs in South Africa?
Fortification of certain foodstuffs is governed by the Regulations relating to the fortification of certain foodstuffs, made under the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act 54 of 1972. These regulations fall under the Department of Health. The full regulation text can be downloaded via the South African government website.
What is regulation R504 of 2003?
R504 of 7 April 2003 is the reference number for the South African Regulations relating to the fortification of certain foodstuffs. It was issued under the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act 54 of 1972. The regulation was later amended by R1206 of 14 November 2008.
Has the food fortification regulation been amended?
Yes. The Regulations relating to the fortification of certain foodstuffs (R504 of 7 April 2003) were amended by R1206 on 14 November 2008. Both the original regulation and its amendment sit under the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act 54 of 1972.
Where can I read the full text of the fortification regulation?
The full text of the fortification regulation is available as a PDF download via the South African government website, linked from this page. For substantive details on fortification requirements, you should consult the official regulation document (R504 and its R1206 amendment).
Can ASC Food Safety Consultants help with fortification compliance?
Yes. ASC Food Safety Consultants offers assistance with fortification compliance and related food safety matters. You can request help through their virtual consultation booking form.