Federal Register #2026-17036

Public Meeting: Codex Alimentarius Commission – Food Import and Export Inspection and Certification Systems

This is a public meeting organized by the U.S. Codex Office (USDA) to inform stakeholders and gather public comments on U.S. positions for the 28th Session of the Codex Committee on Food Import and Export Inspection and Certification Systems (CCFICS28). - Purpose: Share information and receive feedback on agenda items and draft U.S. positions for CCFICS28 - Topics include: - Principles and guidelines for food import/export inspection and certification - Food fraud prevention strategies - Traceability and digitalization of national food control systems - Other food safety and trade-related issues - No procurement, products, or services are being solicited - No OEMs, vendors, or contract opportunities are involved - Event is open to the public and intended for information sharing and input gathering

Description

The U.S Codex Office is sponsoring a public meeting on September 10, 2026, to provide information and receive public comments on agenda items and draft U.S. positions for the 28th Session of the Codex Committee on Food Import and Export Inspection and Certification Systems (CCFICS28). The session will be held in Perth, Australia, from October 12-17, 2026. The meeting aims to discuss principles and guidelines for food import and export inspection and certification systems to protect consumer health, ensure fair trading practices, and facilitate international food trade. Attendees will have the opportunity to pose questions and offer comments on various agenda items including food fraud prevention, traceability, and digitalization of national food control systems.

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