Kicking off the week-long session, the Commission on Monday adopted guidelines related to the Trichinella parasite that may be found in the meat of pigs and other animals.
It has also decided to make the Asian regional standard adopted in 2009 to ensure the quality of ginseng products a worldwide standard, as long as these products are used as a food or food ingredient.
During the session, the Commission will consider a number of other topics, such as the maximum levels for lead in fruits and vegetables as well as the standards for the safe use of food additives and pesticides, including recommendations to prevent residues of certain antibiotics in food of animal origin.
It is also expected to support the establishment by FAO and WHO of a new $3.3 million per year Codex Trust Fund to support the more active participation of developing countries in international food standards setting from 2016 to 2026.
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