Federal Register #USDA20260166

Notice of International Food Standards Activities – U.S. Codex Office Public Comment Request

This notice informs the public about the U.S. government's involvement in international food safety and quality standard-setting through the Codex Alimentarius, coordinated by the U.S. Codex Office. - Government Buyer: - Department of Agriculture (USDA), U.S. Codex Office - Other agencies involved: Food and Drug Administration (FDA), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - Purpose and Scope: - Notice seeks public comments on sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) standards under consideration by the Codex Alimentarius - Requests recommendations for new international food standards - Focuses on information gathering and public engagement, not procurement of goods or services - Products/Services Requested: - No specific products or services are being procured - The notice is for public input on international food standards - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Participation is open to the public for comment and recommendations - Activities pertain to international food safety and quality standards - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned, as this is not a procurement opportunity

Description

This notice informs the public of the sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) standard-setting activities of the Codex Alimentarius (Codex) for the period from May 27, 2025, to June 1, 2026. It seeks comments on standards under consideration and recommendations for new standards. The notice is published by the U.S. Codex Office under the Department of Agriculture. It aims to protect consumer health, ensure fair food trade practices, and promote coordination of food standards internationally.

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