A1299 Fructosyltransferase from Aspergillus oryzae as a processing aid

Closed 5 Dec 2024

Opened 7 Nov 2024

Overview

Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has assessed an application to permit the use of an immobilised fructosyltransferase (EC 2.4.1.9) from a non-genetically engineered strain of Aspergillus oryzae as a processing aid and has prepared a draft food regulatory measure. This fructosyltransferase would be used in the manufacture of short-chain fructooligosaccharides from sucrose.

FSANZ has provided public notification and welcomes your submission to assist with consideration of the application.

Consultation papers

The consultation documents and a copy of the application are provided below. Please read these documents before preparing your submission. 

You can find further information for A1299 on the FSANZ website. 

Why your views matter

FSANZ invites and welcomes public and stakeholder input into standard setting processes. Your views will help us ensure food standards continue to protect public health and safety while supporting an effective, transparent and accountable regulatory framework for industry and food authorities.

How to make a submission

The Consultation Hub is FSANZ's platform for public consultation. We have set up an online survey response form to assist you in completing your submission. Please refer to the consultation documents in preparing your submission. Once you begin, you can save your progress and complete your submission before the consultation closes on 5 December 2024 at 6pm Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST).

What happens next

Consultation on A1299 Fructosyltransferase from Aspergillus oryzae as a processing aid has closed. Submissions received will now be considered as part of the assessment process.

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