DEPARTMENT: Department of Health
ASSOCIATED ACT: Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act 54 of 1972
REGULATION NAME: Regulations relating to the use of sweeteners in foodstuffs
NO AND DATE: R733 of 10 September 2012
Download HereThis South African Regulation relates to the use of sweeteners in foodstuffs
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- The Regulations Relating to the Use of Sweeteners in Foodstuffs are published as R733, dated 10 September 2012.
- The regulations fall under the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act 54 of 1972.
- They are issued by the South African Department of Health and govern the use of sweeteners in food products.
- The full regulation is available as a downloadable PDF referenced on the page.
Frequently asked questions
Which South African regulation covers the use of sweeteners in foodstuffs?
The Regulations Relating to the Use of Sweeteners in Foodstuffs, published as R733 on 10 September 2012, govern sweetener use in food products in South Africa. They are issued by the Department of Health.
Under which Act are the sweetener regulations issued?
The sweetener regulations are issued under the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act 54 of 1972. This Act is the enabling legislation for food-related regulations in South Africa, including R733 on sweeteners.
What is the regulation number and date for the sweetener regulations?
The regulations are numbered R733 and dated 10 September 2012. They are cited as the Regulations Relating to the Use of Sweeteners in Foodstuffs and can be accessed via the downloadable PDF referenced on the page.