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Singapore CNA Published Interactive Article on Processed Food Challenges
Singapore | Jun 20, 2025
On 20 June 2025, Channel News Asia (CNA) published an interactive article examining the growing concerns around processed and ultra-processed foods (UPFs), guided by the NOVA classification system. The piece explored the impact of dietary patterns do...Read more
Singapore BCRS Phase 1 Producer Registration Commenced
Singapore | Jun 18, 2025
From 18 June 2025 onwards, the Singapore National Environment Agency (NEA) will be progressively sending out digital notification letters to beverage importers / manufacturers that are registered / licensed with Singapore Food Agency (SFA). The digit...Read more
WHO Collaborated with Singapore Nanyang Technological University to Reduce Animal Testing for Novel Food Safety Assessments
Singapore | Jun 18, 2025
On 18 June 2025, the Singapore Nanyang Technological University (NTU) announced collaboration with the World Health Organisation (WHO) to find new, faster ways to test for the safety of novel foods and reduce the use of animal testing. This includes...Read more
Singapore SFA Adopts Science-based Risk Management towards Synthetic Colouring Compounds
Singapore | Jun 09, 2025
On 09 June 2025, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) issued a response via the Straits Times forum regarding public concerns over developments in the US and Europe to phase out petroleum-based synthetic dyes in food and beverages, including bans and warn...Read more
Singapore MUIS Foreign Halal Certification Bodies (FHCB) Going Digital
Singapore | Jun 05, 2025
On 05 June 2025, the Singapore’s Islamic Religious Council (MUIS), announced the launch of an enhanced Foreign Halal Certification Bodies (FHCB) recognition scheme. Overview of the SchemeUnder this framework, foreign certification bodies (FHCBs...Read more
Singapore SFA- AVS Released Statement on the Impact of HPAI Detection in a Commercial Poultry Farm in Brazil on Singapore’s Food Supply
Singapore | May 19, 2025
On 19 May 2025, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) and the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) released a statement that Singapore does not import poultry or poultry products from Brazilian establishments affected by Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza...Read more
Singapore Launched New Facility on Cultivated Seafood
Singapore | Apr 30, 2025
On 30 April 2025, Singapore launched a new research and development joint laboratory focused on cultivated protein. The facility, the result of a strategic partnership between a leading cultivated seafood company and Singapore Polytechnic (SP), refle...Read more
Singapore's Digital Innovation Enhances Border Safety and Experience
Singapore | Apr 14, 2025
On 14 April 2025, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) is leading the launch of a new electronic service (e-Service) platform designed to modernise and simplify the quality inspection process for imported fresh and chilled fruits and vegetables. This refl...Read more
Singapore Signed Carbon Credit Agreement with Chile
Singapore | Apr 07, 2025
On 07 April 2025, Singapore made a carbon credit pact with Chile. The implementation agreement was signed by Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Grace Fu and Chile’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Alberto van Klaveren, who is on an off...Read more
Singapore HPB on Extension of Nutri-Grade Measures to Key Contributors of Sodium and Saturated Fat
Singapore | Apr 06, 2025
On 06 April 2025, Singapore's Health Promotion Board (HPB) officially announced the extension of the Nutri-Grade labelling requirements and related advertising restrictions to encompass 23 sub-categories of prepacked salt, sauces, seasonings, instant...Read more
Singapore SFA Engagement on Expanding Taurine Use as a Food Nutrient
Singapore | Apr 04, 2025
On 04 April 2025, the FIA Secretariat attended a closed-door targeted meeting with the Risk Assessment and Communications Department, National Centre for Food Science (NCFS), under the Singapore Food Agency (SFA). The meeting focused on the pote...Read more
Singapore Finalised Carbon Trading Agreement with Peru
Singapore | Apr 02, 2025
On 01 April 2025, Singapore finalised a carbon trading agreement with Peru, in a move that will pave the way for the Republic to buy carbon credits from the biodiversity-rich nation. This is the fourth such deal that Singapore has, and the first one...Read more
Singapore Looking to Buy First Set of Nature-Based Carbon Offsets
Singapore | Mar 29, 2025
On 29 March 2025, it was reported that Singapore is looking to buy its first set of nature-based carbon offsets to meet its 2030 climate change target, a move that observers say could help further efforts to conserve the planet’s remaining natu...Read more
Singapore Senior Minister Stated ASEAN can Cooperate More Intensively on Trade Amid Geopolitical Uncertainties
Singapore | Mar 25, 2025
On 25 March 2025, the Singapore Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong said amid a strained geopolitical outlook, Singapore and the rest of ASEAN can involve in trading more intensively to help stabilise the regional order in the Asia-Pacific.He added the S...Read more
Singapore SFA Organised SFA Manufacturers' Dialogue Regarding Private Consumption Policy
Singapore | Mar 24, 2025
On 24 March 2025, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) organised the SFA Manufacturers’ Dialogue. One of the key topics raised pertains to the amendment to the private consumption policy in the Food Safety and Security Act (FSSA) (formerly the Food...Read more
Singapore SFA Proposed Revision to Chilled and Frozen Mechanically Deboned Meat
Singapore | Mar 24, 2025
On 24 March 2025, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) organised the SFA Manufacturers’ Dialogue. One of the key topics raised during the dialogue pertains to chilled and frozen mechanically deboned meat (MDM). SFA uses the terms MDM and MSM interch...Read more
Singapore SFA Welcomed Industry to Provide Priority Lists on Codex Alignment Reviews
Singapore | Mar 24, 2025
On 24 March 2025, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) organised the SFA Manufacturers’ Dialogue. During the “Any Other Business” segment, participants raised a query regarding Singapore’s alignment with Codex standards. Industry a...Read more
Singapore SFA Updated "Requirements for the Safety Assessment of Novel Foods and Novel Food Ingredients"
Singapore | Mar 17, 2025
On 17 March 2025, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) published an updated “Requirements for the Safety Assessment of Novel Foods and Novel Food Ingredients”. The main updates are as follows:• The format and wording have been revised for...Read more
Singapore Supermarkets Introduce Unit Pricing for Common Grocery Items
Singapore | Mar 15, 2025
On 15 March 2025, Singapore's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry, Gan Kim Yong, announced that four major supermarket chains—FairPrice, Cold Storage, Giant, Sheng Siong, and Prime—will implement unit pricing for ess...Read more
Singapore SFA Revises Import Conditions for Chilled Pork to Align with International Standards
Singapore | Mar 14, 2025
In March 2025, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has revised the conditions for importing chilled pork, introducing trade-facilitative amendments. The new conditions allow importation if the pork:1) Comes from animals in a compartment with negligible T...Read more
Singapore Impose Temporary Restriction on Importation of Beef and Pork from Hungary
Singapore | Mar 10, 2025
On 10 March 2025, the Singapore National Parks Board/Animal & Veterinary Service (NParks/AVS) imposed a temporary restriction on the importation of beef and pork from Hungary which have not been processed to inactivate the Foot and Mouth Disease...Read more
Singapore Government Strengthens Sodium Reduction Efforts, No Immediate Plans to Extend Nutri-Grade to F&B Outlets
Singapore | Mar 07, 2025
On 07 March 2025, Singapore’s Ministry of Health (MOH) released an updated press statement detailing ongoing efforts to reduce excessive sodium intake. The National Nutrition Survey (NNS) 2022 revealed that Singaporeans consume an average of 3,...Read more
Singapore to Buy First Set of Carbon Credits
Singapore | Mar 06, 2025
On 06 March 2025, the Singapore Second Minister for Trade and Industry Tan See Leng stated that Singapore could be buying its first set of carbon credits to offset its greenhouse gas emissions in 2025, with the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) se...Read more
Singapore Alliance for Action Released Guidelines on Sustainable E-commerce Packaging
Singapore | Mar 04, 2025
On 04 March 2025, the Singapore Alliance for Action (AfA) on Packaging Waste Reduction for the E-commerce Sector published published a set of Guidelines on Sustainable E-commerce Packaging. The Guidelines were developed by members of the AfA, compris...Read more
Singapore Prime Minister Counters Opposition Workers' Party Critique on GST Hike
Singapore | Mar 03, 2025
On 03 March 2025, Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong released a video response to the Singapore Workers’ Party’s critique on the goods and services tax (GST) hike. The video comes days after the Budget debate, during which cos...Read more
Jamus Lim of Singapore Workers' Party Criticised Timing of GST Hike
Singapore | Mar 02, 2025
On 02 March 2025, Associate Professor Jamus Lim of the Singapore Workers’ Party weighed in on the ongoing debate regarding the impact of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) hike on inflation, offering a nuanced macroeconomic perspective that chall...Read more
Singapore Opposition Party Opposed GST Hike
Singapore | Feb 28, 2025
On 26 February 2025, the Singapore leader of the Opposition and Workers’ Party (WP) chief Pritam Singh criticised the government on a number of issues including its decision to proceed with the goods and services tax (GST) hike amid inflationar...Read more
Singapore SFA Update Import Suspension of Ornamental Birds, Poultry and Poultry Products due to HPAI Outbreak
Singapore | Feb 13, 2025
On 13 February 2025, the Singapore Food Agency suspended the importation of ornamental birds, poultry and poultry products from Australia ( (Euroa, Victoria), Canada, Germany, Hungary, Poland, United Kingdom ( (near Loddon, near Market Weighton, near...Read more
Singapore Submits 2035 Nationally Determined Contribution
Singapore | Feb 10, 2025
On 10 February 2025, Singapore submitted its 2035 Nationally Determined Contribution to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, committing to reduce emissions to between 45 and 50 million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent in 2035...Read more
Singapore SFA Finalised Labelling Requirements for Prepackaged Food, Encouraging the Use of Digital Labelling
Singapore | Jan 31, 2025
On 31 January 2025, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) published the Food (Amendment) Regulations 2025. These amendments revise the existing Food Regulations, incorporating key provisions from relevant Codex Alimentarius standards, including:- Codex Gen...Read more
Singapore National Climate Change Secretariat Releases Public Consultation Results for Decarbonisation
Singapore | Jan 17, 2025
On 17 January 2025, Singapore's National Climate Change Secretariat (NCCS) released the online public consultation results through REACH on Singapore's decarbonisation journey. The public consultation was held between 08 October to 05 November 2024 a...Read more
Singapore Impose Temporary Restriction on Importation of Beef and Pork from Germany
Singapore | Jan 13, 2025
On 13 January 2025, the Singapore National Parks Board/Animal & Veterinary Service (NParks/AVS) imposed a temporary restriction on the importation of beef and pork from Germany which have not been processed to inactivate the Foot and Mouth Diseas...Read more
Singapore Food Operators with Revoked Licenses to be Banned from Reapplying for Up to Three Years
Singapore | Jan 08, 2025
On 08 January 2025, the Singapore Parliament passed the Food Safety and Security Bill. The Bill introduces a disqualification period for food business operators whose licenses have been revoked due to serious food safety breaches. The duration of the...Read more
Singapore's Food Safety and Security Bill Passed in Parliament
Singapore | Jan 08, 2025
On 08 January 2025, the second parliamentary reading of the Food Safety and Security Bill (FSSB) took place. Subsequently the FSSB was passed. Prior to the reading, a reception for food industry players (FIA was in attendance) in Parliament House too...Read more
Singapore and Australia to Strengthen Collaboration on Food Security
Singapore | Dec 04, 2024
On 04 December 2024, Singapore's Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong highlighted food security and supply chain resilience as topics discussed at the 14th Singapore-Australia Joint Ministerial Committee meeting. He emphasised that the Comprehensive St...Read more
Singapore and Thailand Expand Collaboration on Carbon Credits and Food Security
Singapore | Nov 28, 2024
On 28 November 2024, Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra announced that the two countries may build on their close connectivity to work together on carbon credits and food security issues.Read more
Singapore NEA Opened Second Grant Call for "Closing the Resource Loop" Funding Initiative
Singapore | Nov 26, 2024
On 26 November 2024, the Singapore National Environment Agency (NEA) has awarded three proposals from the first grant call under the Closing the Resource Loop (CTRL) Funding Initiative. These proposals were submitted in response to the Request for Pr...Read more
Singapore Calls for Proposal to Develop Tastier Alternative Protein Food Products
Singapore | Nov 21, 2024
On 21 November 2024, the Singapore Senior Minister of State for Sustainability and Environment (MSE) annouced that the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has started calling for proposals from researchers and industry partners to develop solutions to enhanc...Read more
Singapore and Brunei Established MoU on Food Safety Cooperation
Singapore | Nov 20, 2024
On 20 November 2024, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) and the Brunei Darussalam Food Authority (BDFA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Cooperation in Food Safety. Under this MoU, SFA and BDFA will strengthen cooperation in areas related t...Read more
Singapore SFA Organised Rountable Discussions on Novel Foods
Singapore | Nov 18, 2024
On 18 November 2024, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) held a roundtable discussion on novel foods as part of the Singapore International Agri-Food Week (SIAW). Two key areas specific to cell-cultured meat were discussed:• The usefulness of the Sa...Read more
Singapore SFA Revises Procedures for Export of Additional Processed Meat and Egg Products from Overseas Accredited Processing Establishments
Singapore | Nov 15, 2024
On 15 November 2024, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) issued Trade Circular on Revised Procedures for Export of Additional Processed Meat and Egg Products from Overseas Accredited Processing Establishments. These revised procedures will take effect on...Read more
Singapore SFA Updated the A Guide to Food Labelling and Advertisements
Singapore | Nov 14, 2024
On 14 November 2024, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) updated the A Guide to Food Labelling and Advertisements to reflect changes in food labelling and claims regulations that took effect in July 2024.The Health Promotion Board (HPB) now has regulator...Read more
Singapore and China Establish MoUs on Food Security and Green Economy
Singapore | Nov 12, 2024
On 12 November 2024, Singapore and China held their first Joint Council for Bilateral Cooperation (JCBC) meeting since Mr Lawrence Wong became Singapore's Prime Minister. Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong and Chinese Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang co-ch...Read more
Singapore MSE Releases the Food Safety and Security Bill for its First Reading in Parliament
Singapore | Nov 12, 2024
On 12 November 2024, Singapore's Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment (MSE) introduced the Food Safety and Security Bill (FSSB) for its First Reading in Parliament, following extensive consultations with industry stakeholders and the public...Read more
Singapore National Climate Change Secretariat at COP29
Singapore | Nov 12, 2024
At the launch of COP29 Singapore's Pavilion on 12 November 2024, the Singapore Ambassador for Climate Action & Senior Adviser announced some of Singapore's committments towards climate change. Some of the key features was on how Singapore is cont...Read more
Singapore Minister of Sustainability and the Environment Responds to Parliamentary Question on Carbon Credits
Singapore | Nov 11, 2024
On 11 November 2024, Singapore’s Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment (MSE) provided a written reply to a parliamentary question regarding when companies can expect to purchase carbon credits through Singapore’s carbon market co...Read more
Enterprise Singapore Launched "F&B Sustainability Playbook"
Singapore | Nov 08, 2024
On 08 November 2024, Enterprise Singapore launched the Food and Beverage (F&B) Sustainability Playbook. The playbook was developed in consultation with the industry and provides resources and practical steps that F&B companies can take to dri...Read more
Singapore Food Agency Shares Response to Comments Received from Public Consultation on Draft Provisions in the Food Safety and Security Bill - Defined Food and Pre-Market Approval
Singapore | Nov 08, 2024
In November 2024, the Singapore Ministry of Sustainabiblity and the Environment (MSE), the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) and the Ministry of Health (MOH) released a response to public feedback on the Food Safety and Security Bill (FSSB). The public con...Read more
Singapore Food Agency Shares Response to Comments Received from Public Consultation on Draft Provisions in the Food Safety and Security Bill - Food Businesses, Import, Export and Transhipment, and Strengthening Resilience of Food Supply
Singapore | Nov 08, 2024
In November 2024, the Singapore Ministry of Sustainabiblity and the Environment (MSE), the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) and the Ministry of Health (MOH) released a response to public feedback on the Food Safety and Security Bill (FSSB). The public con...Read more
Singapore Food Agency Shares Response to Comments Received from Public Consultation on Draft Provisions in the Food Safety and Security Bill - Health Promotion and Marketing Offences
Singapore | Nov 08, 2024
In November 2024, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) shared the response to comments received during the public consultation (16 August to 06 September 2024) on draft provisions in the Food Safety and Security Bill (FSSB) - Health promotion and marketin...Read more
Singapore Food Agency Shares Response to Comments Received from Public Consultation on Draft Provisions in the Food Safety and Security Bill - Provision of Non-Packaged Drinking Water
Singapore | Nov 08, 2024
In November 2024, the Singapore Ministry of Sustainabiblity and the Environment (MSE), the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) and the Ministry of Health (MOH) released a response to public feedback on the Food Safety and Security Bill (FSSB). The public con...Read more
Singapore MSE Shares Potential, Challenges, and Objectives for Alternative Proteins at the TFoodS Conference 2024
Singapore | Nov 05, 2024
On 05 November 2024, Dr Amy Khor, Senior Minister of State for Sustainability and the Environment, discussed the potential, challenges, and objectives for alternative proteins in her opening address at the TFoodS Conference 2024, organised by TUMCREA...Read more
Singapore Food Agency Manufacturers Dialogue on 29 October 2024
Singapore | Oct 29, 2024
On 29 October 2024, the FIA Secretariat attended the SFA Manufacturers' Dialogue. Here are the key takeaways:- Opening Remarks by New SFA CEO: Mr. Damian Chan Chee Weng emphasised SFA's commitment to balancing food safety regulations with business co...Read more
Singapore HPB Dialogue on Proposed Specifications for Nutri-Grade Extension
Singapore | Oct 28, 2024
On 28 October 2024, the Health Promotion Board (HPB) held an industry dialogue on the specifications (not for circulation) proposed for the extension of Nutri-Grade measures to key contributors of sodium and saturated fat. During the aforementio...Read more
Singapore 5th National Codex Committee (NCC) Meeting
Singapore | Oct 22, 2024
On 22 October 2024, the FIA Secretariat attended the Singapore National Codex Committee Meeting. Here are the key takeaways from the meeting:- Interface of Food for Health Products: Participants discussed the challenges in classifying products as fun...Read more
Enterprise Singapore and Economic Development Board to Launch Sustainability Reporting Grant
Singapore | Oct 21, 2024
On 01 November 2024, Enterprise Singapore and the Economic Development Board (EDB) will launch the sustainability reporting grant (SRG) to help companies produce their first International Sustainability Standards Board’s (ISSB)-aligned sustaina...Read more
Singapore HPB Publishes a Guide to Nutrition Labelling for Food Products (Singapore) 2024, Updating its Previous Nutrition Labelling Handbook
Singapore | Oct 15, 2024
In August 2024, the Singapore Health Promotion Board (HPB) published A Guide to Nutrition Labelling for Food Products (Singapore) 2024, replacing the previous edition A Handbook on Nutrition Labelling (Singapore) released in August 2022. The key obje...Read more
Singapore HPB Releases Specifications Under Consideration for the Extension of Nutri-Grade
Singapore | Oct 15, 2024
On 15 October 2024, Singapore's Health Promotion Board (HPB) shared the specifications (not for circulation) they are considering for the extension of Nutri-Grade labelling requirements and advertising prohibitions to key contributors of sodium and s...Read more
Singapore SFA Announces Import Suspension of Poultry and Poultry Product From Specific Regions in Germany, Hungary, Poland, and US
Singapore | Oct 15, 2024
On 15 October 2024, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) issued a notice announcing the suspension of poultry and poultry product imports, including eggs, from specific regions in Germany, Hungary, Poland, and the United States (US) due to outbreaks of Hi...Read more
Singapore MSE Launched Sustainability Alliance
Singapore | Oct 10, 2024
On 10 October 2024, the Singapore Minister of State for Sustainability and the Environment launched the Sustainability Alliance. The Alliance will be a unifying force to bring together trade associations to collectively address sustainability challen...Read more
Singapore and South Korea Establish MoU on Food Safety and Supply Chain Resilience
Singapore | Oct 08, 2024
On 08 October 2024, Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol expanded their bilateral cooperation by signing five memorandums of understanding (MoUs) in the areas of supply chain resilience, food safety, liquefi...Read more
Singapore National Climate Change Secretariat Sought Public Feedback on Singapore's Next Decarbonisation Actions
Singapore | Oct 08, 2024
On 08 October 2024, the Singapore National Climate Change Secretariat (NCCS) launched a public consultation on Singapore’s decarbonisation plans ahead of submitting new climate targets for 2035 to the UN. The questionnaire can be found on the w...Read more
Singapore MUIS is Deliberating Their Position on Ethanol Limits
Singapore | Oct 03, 2024
On 03 October 2024, the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS) held a closed-door Fatwa (Islamic legal ruling) Committee meeting, with key stakeholders invited to present during specific segments.One of the key agenda items was a follow-up on...Read more
Singapore Exchange Regulator Drops Timeline on Scope 3 Disclosure for ISSB Aligned Climate Disclosure for Listed Issuers
Singapore | Sep 23, 2024
On 23 September 2024, the Singapore Exchange Regulator (SGX RegCo) announced that all listed companies are to report their scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions from FY2025 onwards. The reporting will have to incorporate the climate related requirem...Read more
Singapore NEA Launches New Bloobin AI Chatbot to Help Public Recycle Right
Singapore | Sep 16, 2024
On 16 September 2024, the National Environment Agency (NEA) launched the new Bloobin AI Chatbot, designed to help the public easily determine whether items can be recycled. Accessible via WhatsApp and Telegram, users can either describe their item or...Read more
Singapore's Health Promotion Board Attends Workshop on Ultra-Processed Food
Singapore | Sep 11, 2024
On 11 September 2024, A*STAR Singapore Institute of Food and Biotechnology Innovation (SIFBI) shared that they had recently conducted a workshop, bringing together a diverse group of experts together to delve into the complexities of UPF. With key at...Read more
Singapore Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Published Written Reply on Recycling Plans
Singapore | Sep 09, 2024
On 09 September 2024, the Singapore Minister for Sustainability and the Environment, Grace Fu, published a written reply to the parliamentary questions on improving recycling outcomes. The querent asked the Minister the following questions: • Wh...Read more
Singapore Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Shares Outcome of the Reverse Vending Machine Scheme and the Upcoming Launch of the Beverage Container Return Scheme
Singapore | Sep 09, 2024
On 09 September 2024, Ms Grace Fu, Singapore's Minister for Sustainability and the Environment, was asked during a Parliamentary Sitting to provide updates on the recycling impact of the Reverse Vending Machines (RVM) scheme under the Recycle N Save...Read more
Singapore SFA Announces their Approval for Hen Shell Eggs to be Imported from Shell Egg Processing Facilities Listed on the USDA PlantBook
Singapore | Sep 09, 2024
On 09 September 2024, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) announced their approval for importers to import shell eggs from shell egg processing facilities that are listed on USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) online commercial facility listing (&l...Read more
Singapore's Minister for Health Advises to "Cut Down on Ultra-Processed Foods"
Singapore | Sep 08, 2024
On 08 September 2024, Minister of Health, Ong Ye Kung, posted on his facebook page to "Cut down on ultra-processed foods – they tend to be high in sodium, sugar and saturated fats. MOH is watching….".Read more
Singapore Senior Minister Outlined Sustainability Pathways to Achieve ASEAN's Net-Zero Goals
Singapore | Sep 06, 2024
On 05 September 2024, Singapore’s Senior Minister Teo Chee Heam delivered a keynote speech at the 2nd Indonesia International Sustainability Forum (ISF) in Jakarta, Indonesia. Addressing an audience of policymakers, business leaders, and enviro...Read more
Bezos Centre for Sustainable Protein Launched in Singapore
Singapore | Sep 05, 2024
On 05 September 2024, Bezos Centre for Sustainable Protein at the National University of Singapore (NUS) was launched. This marks a major milestone as the ‘first of its kind’ facility in Asia to advance research in alternative proteins. W...Read more
Singapore Minister of State for Trade and Industry Presented Singapore's Strategies to British Chambers of Commerce
Singapore | Sep 04, 2024
On 04 September 2024, the Singapore Minister of State for Trade and Industry, Alvin Tan, presented Singapore's comprehensive strategies to drive sustainability and foster green growth at the British Chamber of Commerce Singapore’s Sustainabilit...Read more
Singapore NEA Found More than 90% of Consumers Brought Their Own Bags for Grocery Shopping
Singapore | Aug 30, 2024
The Singapore National Environment Agency (NEA) conducted a survey of approximately 1,000 following the implementation of a 5-cent minimum charge for disposable plastic bags in large supermarkets in July 20233. The survey revealed a significant incre...Read more
Singapore SFA Announces Suspension of Poultry and Poultry Product Imports From Specific Regions in Denmark, France, and US due to HPAI Outbreaks
Singapore | Aug 30, 2024
On 13 September 2024, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) issued a notice announcing the suspension of poultry and poultry product imports, including eggs, from specific regions in Denmark, France, and US due to outbreaks of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influ...Read more
Singapore SFA Announces Suspension of Poultry and Poultry Product Imports From Specific Regions in France and Poland due to HPAI Outbreaks
Singapore | Aug 30, 2024
On 30 August 2024, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) issued a notice announcing the suspension of poultry and poultry product imports, including eggs, from specific regions in France and Poland due to outbreaks of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPA...Read more
Singapore and Brunei Exchange Information on Efforts to Manage Packaging Waste and Reaffirm Commitment to Strengthen Cooperation
Singapore | Aug 28, 2024
On 28 August 2024, the 17th Brunei Darussalam-Singapore Annual Exchange of Visits on the Environment (BSAEV) was held in Singapore. During the event, Ms Grace Fu, Singapore's Minister for Sustainability and the Environment, highlighted the country's...Read more
Singapore SFA Amends Veterinary Conditions for Importation of Poultry and Poultry Products to Permit the Use of Vaccination against HPAI
Singapore | Aug 28, 2024
On 28 August 2024, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) amended the veterinary conditions for importation of poultry, poultry products, domestic birds, day-old chicks, and hatching eggs to permit the use of vaccination against High Pathogenicity Avian Inf...Read more
Singapore Manufacturing Federation and Singapore Post Launched Alliance for Action on Packaging Waste Reduction for the E-commerce Sector
Singapore | Aug 23, 2024
On 23 August 2024, the Singapore Manufacturing Federation and Singapore Post spearheaded a new Alliance for Action (AfA) on Packaging Waste Reduction for the E-commerce Sector. This is supported by the National Environment Agency (NEA). The objective...Read more
Singapore Releases Results on National Population Health Survey 2023, Showing Improved Trends in Lifestyle & Preventive Health Indicators
Singapore | Aug 22, 2024
On 22 August 2024, the Ministry of Health (MOH) shared the results of their most recent National Population Health Survey, which tracked the health, risk factors and lifestyle practices of Singapore residents aged 18 to 74 years from household interv...Read more
Singapore's MOH Announces Nutri-Grade Labelling & Advertising Provisions will be Extended to Salt, Sauces, Seasoning, Instant Noodles, and Oil
Singapore | Aug 22, 2024
On 22 August 2024, the Ministry of Health (MOH) announced that Nutri-Grade measures, hence labelling and advertising prohibitions, will be extended to the following food categories, deemed key contributors of sodium and saturated fat intake, in retai...Read more
Singapore and the Philippines Signed Memorandum of Understanding for Carbon Credit Collaboration
Singapore | Aug 15, 2024
Between 15 and 17 August 2024, Singapore and the Philippines inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for collaboration on carbon credits, under Article VI of the Paris Agreement, an international treaty on climate change mitigation adopted in 2015....Read more
Singapore Focus Group Discussion on Extended Producer Responsibility Scheme for Packaging
Singapore | Aug 15, 2024
On 14 August 2024, the Secretariat participated in a focus group discussion (FGD) organised by NEA to share the industry's views on the potential extended producer responsibility (EPR) scheme for packaging waste management. The FGD, conducted by a co...Read more
Singapore Food Agency Launches Public Consultation on Draft Provisions of Food Safety and Security Bill on Health promotion and Marketing Offences, Empowering MOH to Implement Stringent Measures to Tackle NCDs
Singapore | Aug 15, 2024
On 15 August 2024, the Ministry of Health (MOH) announced that they will be conducting a public consultation from 16 August to 6pm (GMT+8) 06 September 2024 to seek views on the draft provisions of the Food Safety and Security Bill (FSSB) that pertai...Read more
National University of Singapore, Dean of Public Health, Expresses View that Ultra-Processed Foods are Associated with Health Detriments and F&B Industry Employs Tactics Akin to Big Tobacco
Singapore | Aug 13, 2024
On 13 August 2024, a piece was published in the Straits Times entitled “Why Taking on Ultra-Processed Foods is Like the Battle Against Big Tobacco”. This piece was written by Teo Yik Ying, who is the vice-president for global health and d...Read more
Singapore SFA, MSE Issued Public Consultation on Draft Provisions of Food Safety and Security Bill (FSSB)
Singapore | Aug 08, 2024
On 08 August 2024, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) collaborated with the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment (MSE) to lauch the last of a series of public consultation regarding the Food Safety and Security Bill (FSSB). The consultation co...Read more
Singapore Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Responded to Parliamentary Question on Carbon Credits
Singapore | Aug 07, 2024
On 07 August 2024, the Singapore Ministry for Sustainability and the Environment (MSE) responded to a written reply to the parliamentary question on carbon credits. The querent sought answers to the following questions: • What is the amount of c...Read more
Singapore NEA Issues License to Beverage Container Return Scheme Starting April 2026
Singapore | Jul 31, 2024
On 31 Jul 2024, the National Environment Agency (NEA) announced the issuance of the license to design and operate the beverage container return scheme in Singapore. The scheme, that will be managed by the newly incorporated consortium called BCRS Ltd...Read more
Singapore SFA Gazette Regulatory Framework for Use of GEd Crops for Food and Animal Feed
Singapore | Jul 22, 2024
On 22 July 2024, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has finalised the regulatory framework for the use of genome edited (GEd) crops in food for human consumption and animal feed. A comprehensive Guidance Document on GEd Crops will soon be available on t...Read more
Singapore Published Eligibility for Carbon Tax Offset Liabilities for Carbon Tax-Liable Firms
Singapore | Jul 15, 2024
On 15 July 2024, Singapore published methodologies that will be eligible to offset liabilities in its carbon tax under a deal with Ghana, including some soil carbon protocols but not afforestation, reforestation and revegetation (ARR). The so-called...Read more
Singapore Food Agency Passes Regulatory Control of Food Labelling and Claims to the Ministry of Health and Health Promotion Board
Singapore | Jul 10, 2024
On 10 July 2024, a representative from the Health Promotion Board of Singapore shared that there will be changes related to the regulatory control of food labelling and claims. The key points of the notice included the following:- The Ministry of Hea...Read more
Singapore Signed MoU with Lao PDR to Collaborate on Carbon Credits
Singapore | Jul 09, 2024
On 09 July 2024, the Singapore’s Minister for Sustainability and the Environment and Minister-in-charge of Trade Relations Grace Fu and Lao PDR Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Bounkham Vorachit signed a Memorandum of Understanding...Read more
SFA Approved 16 Insect Species for Food
Singapore | Jul 08, 2024
On 08 July 2024, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) announced the approval of 16 species of insects for consumption.- House cricket (Acheta domesticus) for consumption at adult life stage- Banded cricket (Gryllodes sigillatus) for consumption at adult l...Read more
Singapore to Collaborate with Thailand on Food Security
Singapore | Jul 04, 2024
On 02 July 2024, Singapore’s permanent secretary on Sustainability and Environment Ministry Stanley Loh met Thailand Agriculture permanent secretary Prayoon Insakul to exchange policies on sustainable food development and agreed in principle to...Read more
Singapore Tabled "Good Samaritan Food Donation Bill" to Reduce Food Loss and Waste
Singapore | Jul 02, 2024
On 02 July 2024, it was reported that the Good Samaritan Food Donation Bill has been tabled. This aims to help solve the country’s food waste problem. Previously, food donours have to use indemnity forms to release donors from any claims in the...Read more
SFA Shared Plans on the Food Safety and Security Bill - Defined Foods
Singapore | Jun 19, 2024
On 19 June 2024, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) outlined further details on the Food Safety and Security Bill (FSSB), particularly concerning the defined food section. The guidance document on novel foods will continue to offer additional insights a...Read more
Singapore's Health Promotion Board Shares Potential Next Steps for Possible Measures of Sodium and Saturated Fat
Singapore | Jun 05, 2024
On 05 June 2024, the Health Promotion Board shared that they are in the process of reviewing the possible measures for sodium and saturated fat, bearing in mind the feedback received from industry. If they decide to proceed with the measures, they wi...Read more
SFA Notifies Draft Food (Amendment) Regulations 2024
Singapore | May 23, 2024
On 17 May 2024, Singapore Food Agency (SFA) notified World Trade Organisation (WTO), that the amended draft regulations 2024 (concerning food additives and ingredients) will be gazetted on 20 May 2024, and enter into force on 31 May 2024. This is a f...Read more
SFA Examines the Safety of New Food Sources and Production Systems
Singapore | May 08, 2024
On 08 May 2024, a team of researched from the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) published a review to address the safety of new food sources and production systems (NFPS). The review highlights known food safety hazards associated with NFPS products, inclu...Read more
Singapore Ministry of Health and Health Promotion Board Held a Dialogue Session with Food Service Establishments on Possible Measures on Sodium and Saturated Fat
Singapore | May 06, 2024
On 06 May 2024, the Ministry of Health (MOH) and Health Promotion Board (HPB) held a dialogue session with food service establishments on possible measures on sodium and saturated fat, with a focus on salt, sauces, seasonings, instant noodles, and co...Read more
Singapore Beverage Container Return Scheme Set to Be Delayed Again
Singapore | Apr 29, 2024
Originally set to be introduced in April 2025, the introduction of the scheme is set to be delayed again. The scheme that requires all importers and manufacturers of plastic and aluminium beverage containers to collect the products they sell have fac...Read more
Singapore Ministry of Health and Health Promotion Board Held a Dialogue Session with Food Manufacturers on Possible Measures on Sodium and Saturated Fat
Singapore | Apr 26, 2024
On 26 April 2024, the Ministry of Health (MOH) and Health Promotion Board (HPB) held a dialogue session with food manufacturers on possible measures on sodium and saturated fat, with a focus on salt, sauces, seasonings, instant noodles, and cooking o...Read more
HPB Shared the Impact and Future Considerations of the Nutri-Grade Beverage Scheme
Singapore | Apr 24, 2024
On 24 April 2024, Ms. Lim Yu Yi from the Health Promotion Board (HPB) discussed the Nutri-Grade Beverage scheme at the FHA – Food & Beverage 2024 event in Singapore, highlighting its impact and future considerations. Since the Ministry of H...Read more
MUIS Will Continue to Engage with MABIMS on Halal Considerations for Novel Food Products
Singapore | Apr 24, 2024
On 24 April 2024, Ms. Nurul Hidayah from the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS) addressed the Halal seminar at the FHA – Food & Beverage 2024 event in Singapore. She reiterated MUIS's ruling that Muslims can consume cultivated me...Read more
Singapore's Minister for Health Shares Thoughts on Reducing Sodium Intake with Association of Catering Professional
Singapore | Apr 16, 2024
On 16 April 2024, Mr Ong Ye Kung, Singapore's Minister of Health, gave a speech to the Association of Catering Professionals Singapore (ACAPS), with a focus of healthy eating encompassing sugar and sodium intake reduction. Key points raised include:&...Read more
Singapore Study Found Plant-based Meat Analogue Diets Do Not Have Any Benefits Over Meat-based Diets
Singapore | Apr 08, 2024
Researchers from the Singapore Institute of Food and Biotechnology Innovation, under the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), conducted an eight-week study with 82 volunteers to examine the impact of plant-based meat analogues on car...Read more
Singapore HPB-MOH at Preliminary Stage of Considering Extending Nutri-Grade to Reduce Sodium & Saturated Fat Intake
Singapore | Apr 05, 2024
On 06 May 2024, a dialogue session with Minister for Health, Mr Ong Ye Kung, on possible measures to reduce sodium and saturated fat intake in Singapore is due to take place.In April 2024, the Health Promotion Board (HPB) shared with FIA that th...Read more
Singapore SFA Launches Pilot Program with Body-Worn Cameras for Enhanced Food Inspection
Singapore | Mar 28, 2024
On 1 April 2024, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has commenced a trial involving the use of body-worn cameras (BWCs) by its officers during inspections. This initiative forms part of SFA's strategy to enhance inspection and investigative capabilities...Read more
Enterprise Singapore Publishes Singapore Standard on Vegetarian or Vegan Food Labelling and Claims
Singapore | Mar 21, 2024
On 21 March 2024, Enterprise Singapore (ESG) published the Singapore Standard for Publiciation on "Definitions and Technical Criteria for Foods and Food Ingredients Suitable for Vegetarians or Vegans and for Labelling and Claims". The Standard is an...Read more
Advertising Standards Authority of Singapore Launches Consultation on Updates to its Code of Advertising Practice
Singapore | Mar 18, 2024
On 18 March 2024, the Advertising Standards Authority of Singapore (ASAS) launched a public consultation on amendments to the Singapore Code of Advertising Practice (SCAP); a draft 4th edition has been developed. This occurred on the same day as the...Read more
Singapore SFA, MSE Issued Public Consultation on Draft Provisions of Food Safety and Security Bill (FSSB)
Singapore | Mar 15, 2024
On 15 March 2024, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) collaborated with the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment (MSE) to launch a public consultation regarding the Food Safety and Security Bill (FSSB). The public consultation will be conducted...Read more
Singapore's Hospital Offer Plant-Based Menu Options as Part of Sustainability Drive
Singapore | Mar 11, 2024
Several hospitals in Singapore have introduced plant-based options on inpatient menus as part of their sustainability efforts. These options are offered to patients with no additional cost and have been evaluated by dietiatins to ensure they are heal...Read more
Singapore Parliament Discussed Ultra-Processed Food
Singapore | Feb 29, 2024
In January 2024, the topic of ultra-processed food was discussed by the parliament in Singapore, when a question was posed to the Ministry of Health on whether the government will consider introducing regulation to tackle the supposed issue and promo...Read more
Singapore Goods and Services Tax to Remain at 9% Until 2030
Singapore | Feb 28, 2024
On 28 February 2024, Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) and Finance Minister Lawrence Wong shared that there will be no need for further increases in goods and services tax (GST) up to 2030. DPM Wong explained that the 2 per cent GST hike – from 7 per...Read more
Singapore Guidelines for Eating and Feeding in Infants and Young Children
Singapore | Feb 23, 2024
The KK Women's and Children's Hospital (KKH) and the College of Paediatrics and Child Health, Singapore has jointly developed the first set of Guidelines for Eating and Feeding in Infants and Young Children to help parents and caregivers foster healt...Read more
Singapore Does Not Plan to Standardise Date Marking Labels
Singapore | Feb 07, 2024
On 07 February 2024, the Singapore Senior Minister of State for Sustainability and the Environment, Dr Koh Poh Koon, indicated that the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) will not standardise "use by" and "best before" date marking labels for food. He added...Read more
Singapore MUIS Indicate that Muslims are Allowed to Eat Cultivated Meat As Long As All Sources are Halal
Singapore | Feb 03, 2024
On 03 February 2024, the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS) and the Fatwa Committee declared that cultivated meat is generally halal, and Muslims are allowed to consume it provided cells for cultivated meat are extracted from animals that...Read more
Singapore SFA Proposed Draft Food (Amendment) Regulations 2024
Singapore | Jan 31, 2024
On 31 January 2024, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) proposed the Draft Food (Amendment) Regulations 2024 to extend the use of permitted food additives, as well as to allow the use of new ingredients in infant formula.The key amendments include:...Read more
Singapore and Saudi Arabia Sign Memorandum on Cooperation in Halal Industry
Singapore | Jan 29, 2024
Following the signing of the memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Saudi Arabia in October 2023, Singapore becomes the first non-Muslim majority country to sign a memorandum of cooperation (MoC) in the halal industry with Saudi. This mutually recogn...Read more
Singapore Food Agency Shares Regulatory framework for Consumption of Insects Likely in First Half of 2024
Singapore | Jan 29, 2024
On 29 January, it was reported that the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) is in the process of finalising the implementation details of regulations pertaining to of insects and insect products and aims to introduce the regulatory framework in the first hal...Read more
Singapore Conducted Study to Understand Public Perspective Towards Cultivated Meats
Singapore | Jan 10, 2024
In 2022, Singapore's National Healthcare Group conducted four focus group discussions to understand the public and expert perceptiosn ofthe risk and benefits associated with cultured meats at both individuals and societal levels. Participants acknowl...Read more
Singapore Plastic Bag Use in Supermarkets Fall by Up to 80% since Mandatory Charge
Singapore | Jan 09, 2024
Following the mandatory 5 cent charge on disposable plastic bags in large supermarkets in July 2023, the Minister for Sustainability & Environment shared that these supermarkets have witnessed a 50 to 80 per cent dropRead more
Enterprise Singapore Publishes Draft Singapore Standard on Vegetarian or Vegan Food Labelling and Claims
Singapore | Jan 05, 2024
On 05 January 2024, Enterprise Singapore (ESG) published a new draft Singapore Standard for Publiciation on "Definitions and Technical Criteria for Foods and Food Ingredients Suitable for Vegetarians or Vegans and for Labelling and Claims" under the...Read more
Singapore MOH Implemented Nutri-Grade Labelling for Freshly Prepared Beverages
Singapore | Dec 29, 2023
On 29 December 2023, the Singapore Ministry of Health (MOH) published a notification to remind stakeholders on the new Nutri-Grade labelling requirements and advertising prohibitions for freshly prepared beverages sold in specified settings in Singap...Read more
Singapore Raises Goods and Services Tax
Singapore | Dec 28, 2023
Singapore raised its goods and services (GST) tax from 8% to 9% on 01 January 2024.Read more
Singapore SFA Sought Feedback on Regulatory Framework for Use of GEd Crops for Food and Animal Feed
Singapore | Dec 20, 2023
On 20 December 2023, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) sought feedback from the food and animal feed industry, as well as interested parties, on a proposed regulatory framework for the use of genome edited (GEd) crops in food for human consumption and...Read more
Singapore NEA Publishes Eligibility List for International Carbon Credits Under Carbon Tax Regime
Singapore | Dec 19, 2023
Singapore has published its Eligibility List under the International Carbon Credit (ICC) Framework, which was effective from 01 January 2024. The List contains eligible host countries, carbon crediting programmes and methodologies that adhere to the...Read more
Singapore Health Promotion Board Only Permits Nutri-Grade A and B beverages to be Sold or Provided at Government Premises
Singapore | Dec 14, 2023
On 14 December 2023, Singapore's Health Promotion Board (HPB) published an updated version of their Whole-of-Government (WOG) Healthier Food and Beverage Policy, which solely applies to food and drink sold or provided at government premises. The foll...Read more
Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore (CCCS) Working on Greenwashing Guidelines
Singapore | Nov 27, 2023
Following a study conducted over 1000 products on 100 e-commerce sites which was released in November 2023, unsubstantiated claims were found as the most common form of greenwashing. The Competition and Consumer Commission of SIngapore (CCCS) has sin...Read more
Singapore SFA to Remove Melamine-Related Requirements for Import of Milk and Milk Products from China
Singapore | Oct 23, 2023
On 23 October 2023, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) notified of the removal of the Section Q import requirements after reviewing the import requirements for milk, milk products, and products containing milk from China.These melamine-related requireme...Read more
Singapore MUIS Signed MoU with Saudi SFDA on Halal Product Quality Assurance
Singapore | Oct 19, 2023
On 19 October 2023, the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) to discuss cooperation opportunities in halal product quality assurance. The MoU aims to de...Read more
Singapore SFA to Implement Food (Amendment No. 3) Regulations 2023 Regarding Microbiological Standards for Non-Ready-to-Eat Foods
Singapore | Sep 08, 2023
On 08 September 2023, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) notified the implementation of Food (Amendment No. 3) Regulations 2023, which amends the microbiological standards for non-ready-to-eat (non-RTE) food.The key amendments include: Addition of pr...Read more
Singapore SFA Revised “Requirements for the Safety Assessment of Novel Foods and Novel Food Ingredients”
Singapore | Jul 20, 2023
On 20 July 2023, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) revised the “Requirements for the Safety Assessment of Novel Foods and Novel Food Ingredients” regarding information on the sensory evaluation and tasting of unassessed novel foods.Novel fo...Read more
Singapore HPB Released Additional Measures for Nutri-Grade Beverages
Singapore | Jun 30, 2023
On 30 June 2023, the Singapore Health Promotion Board (HPB) gazetted additional measures for Nutri-Grade beverages, which will result in the exension of measures to freshly prepared beverages intended for sale at specified settings in Singapore as we...Read more
Singapore Proposed Amendments to the Resource Sustainability (Amendment) Act 2023
Singapore | Apr 28, 2023
On 28 April 2023, the Singapore National Environment Agency (NEA) published the Resource Sustainability (Amendment) Act 2023 to finalise the beverage container return scheme. Under the scheme, containers of covered beverage products must be labelled...Read more
Singapore SFA Responded to Comments on the Proposal to Allow Insects for Human Consumption
Singapore | Apr 06, 2023
On 05 April 2023, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) published a response to the comments received regarding the proposal to allow insects and insect products for human consumption. While the respondents from industry were highly supportive of the regul...Read more
Singapore NEA Announced Details on the Beverage Container Return Scheme
Singapore | Mar 21, 2023
On 21 March 2023, the Singapore National Environment Agency (NEA) announced the details of its Beverage Container Return Scheme. The highlights are as follows:• All pre-packaged beverages in plastic bottles and metal cans ranging from 150 millil...Read more
Singapore SFA Introduced New Voluntary Scheme for Pre-Import Control of Infant Cereal Products
Singapore | Mar 13, 2023
On 13 March 2023, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) introduced a new set of pre-import control measures for infant cereal products as a voluntary scheme. The measures focus on upstream control at the manufacturing stage to ensure the food safety of inf...Read more
Singapore HPB Proposed the Extension of Nutri-Grade Labelling Requirements to Freshly Prepared Beverages and Additional Labelling Requirements for Pre-existing Nutri-Grade Beverages
Singapore | Feb 23, 2023
On 23 February 2023, the Singapore Health Promotion Board (HPB) proposed to extend Nutri-Grade labelling requirements and advertising prohibitions to freshly prepared beverages, including those dispensed from customisable automated beverage dispenser...Read more
Singapore SFA Proposed New Microbiological Standards for Non-Ready-to-Eat Food under Food Regulations
Singapore | Feb 17, 2023
On 17 February 2023, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) proposed to include new microbiological standards for non-ready-to-eat (RTE) food in a new Part 3 of the Eleventh Schedule of the Food Regulations after conducting a review. Non-RTE refers to any f...Read more
Singapore NEA and MSE Introduced the Resource Sustainability (Amendment) Bill for First Reading in Parliament
Singapore | Feb 06, 2023
On 06 February 2023, the Singapore National Environment Agency (NEA) and Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment (MSE) introduced the Resource Sustainability (Amendment) Bill for a First Reading in Parliament. The amendments aim to reduce pack...Read more
Singapore SFA Approved GOOD Meat’s Use of Serum-free Media for Cultivated Meat Production
Singapore | Jan 18, 2023
On 18 January 2023, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) approved GOOD Meat’s use of serum-free media for cultivate meat. GOOD Meat had previously obtained approval from SFA for its first chicken product in November 2020 and a subsequent approval fo...Read more
Singapore SFA Launched SS687:2022 (Guidelines for food e-commerce)
Singapore | Jan 13, 2023
On 13 January 2023, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) launched the voluntary Singapore Standard (SS) 687:2022 (Guidelines for food e-commerce) to provide guidance to e-commerce players on their roles and responsibilities related to food safety and on p...Read more
Singapore Food Agency (SFA) Introduced New Pre-import Control Measures for Infant Cereal Products
Singapore | Dec 22, 2022
On 22 December 2022, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) introduced a new set of pre-import measures as a voluntary scheme for infant cereal products. Importers who are able to meet the import conditions under the voluntary scheme can register to be exem...Read more
Singapore Food Agency (SFA) Proposed Amendments to the Food Regulations Regarding Veterinary Drugs in Food
Singapore | Dec 21, 2022
On 21 December 2022, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) notified WTO (G/SPS/N/SGP/80) of the Draft Food (Amendment No. Y) Regulations 2022. The amendment will take effect in the first quarter of 2023. The amendments are as follows: To specify the ma...Read more
Singapore NEA Announced Proposed Beverage Container Return Scheme
Singapore | Nov 23, 2022
On 23 November 2022, Singapore’s National Environment Agency (NEA) informed the WTO (G/TBT/N/SGP/67) of the proposed Beverage Container Return Scheme introduced in collaboration with the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment. The schem...Read more
Singapore SFA Published Updates to Standards for Importation of Certain Food Products
Singapore | Nov 21, 2022
On 21 November 2022, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) announced updates to the microbiological standards required for the import of specific ready-to-eat (RTE) food products. Amendments to the microbiological standards and tests required for import a...Read more
Singapore SFA Announced Consultation Period for Regulations on Insects
Singapore | Oct 06, 2022
On 06 October 2022, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) informed the WTO (G/SPS/N/SGP/79) of the consultation for the proposal to allow insects (imported as well as locally farmed and processed insects) for human consumption and as animal feed. As SFA h...Read more
Singapore SFA Releases Draft Consultation on Labelling Requirements for Prepacked Foods
Singapore | Sep 28, 2022
On 28 September 2022, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) released a draft consultation on labelling requirements for prepacked foods titled “Food (Amendment No. X) Regulations 2022 (Labelling requirements for prepacked foods)”. The new regul...Read more
Singapore SFA Announces Amendments to Food Regulations
Singapore | Sep 26, 2022
On 26 September 2022, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) announced Food (Amendment No. 2) Regulations 2022, removing 59 standards of identity. The list of the 59 standards of identity can be found in the Annex here. The SFA has provided their response...Read more
Singapore SFA Released Updates to Safety Assessment Requirements for Novel Foods
Singapore | Sep 26, 2022
On 26 September 2022, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) released updated information on revised policy, regulatory positions, safety assessment approaches, self-assessment checklists and online registration links. Novel foods are defined by the SFA as...Read more
Singapore SFA Revised Veterinary Conditions for Importation of Poultry and Poultry Products
Singapore | Aug 29, 2022
On 29 August 2022, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) informed the WTO (G/SPS/N/SGP/77) on revisions to the veterinary conditions for the importation of poultry and poultry products. The minimum shelf-life requirement for the importation of chilled pou...Read more
Singapore HPB Announce Updates to Healthier Choice Symbol Guidelines
Singapore | Jul 29, 2022
On 29 July 2022, the Singapore Health Promotion Board (HPB) announced updates to the Healthier Choice Symbol (HCS) Programme guidelines which include: A new ‘Roti Prata’ sub-category under the ‘Cereal’ category. Re-...Read more
Singapore Food Agency (SFA) Amends Food Regulations 2022
Singapore | Jul 18, 2022
Updated: 05 Aug 2022. According to a WTO (G/SPS/N/SGP/76/Add.1) notification on 04 Aug 2022, an update was provided to the provisions for PRT that it "may only be used on raw meat that has not been salted, marinated, preserved, or undergone any...Read more
Singapore Food Agency Opened Consultation regarding Food (Amendment No. X) Regulations 2022 (Deletion of standards of identity)
Singapore | Mar 23, 2022
Between 21 June and 20 August 2021, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) initiated a public consultation regarding proposed amendments to the Food Regulations involving the deletion of the standards of identity in Regulations 39 to 260, except for those t...Read more
Singapore MOH Implemented Mandatory Nutritional Labels and Advertising Prohibitions for Nutri-Grade Beverages
Singapore | Dec 30, 2021
On 30 December 2021, the Singapore Ministry of Health (MOH) announced the introduction of mandatory nutrition labels and advertising prohibitions for Nutri-Grade beverages. To do so, MOH is implementing a grading system for beverages, based on sugar...Read more
Singapore SFA Issued Amendments to the Product Standards through Food (Amendment) Regulations 2021
Singapore | Sep 13, 2021
On 13 September 2021, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) issued amendments to the product standards, through the Food (Amendment) Regulations 2021. The regulations will come into force on 1 October 2021. A summary of amendments is given below: ...Read more
Singapore SFA Issued Amendments to the Regulations on Heavy Metals, Arsenic and Lead through Food (Amendment) Regulations 2021
Singapore | Sep 13, 2021
On 13 September 2021, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) issued amendments to the Regulations on Heavy Metals, Arsenic and Lead through Food (Amendment) Regulations 2021. The regulations will come into force on 1 October 2021. A summary of amendments is...Read more
Singapore SFA Issued Amendments to the Use of Food Additives through Food (Amendment) Regulations 2021
Singapore | Sep 13, 2021
On 13 September 2021, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) issued amendments to the use of food additives, through the Food (Amendment) Regulations 2021. The regulations will come into force on 1 October 2021. A summary of amendments is given below: ...Read more
Singapore SFA Opened a Consultation on Proposed Adoption of Codex Maximum Use Level for Phosphates in Frozen Glazed Fish
Singapore | Aug 27, 2021
On 27 August 2021, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) opened a public consultation seeking feedback from the seafood industry on the proposed adoption of Codex maximum use of phosphates in “frozen fish, fish fillets, and fish products, including m...Read more
Singapore SFA Announced Amendments to the Export Certification of Food Products
Singapore | Jul 15, 2021
On 15 July 2021, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) announced amendments to the export certification of food products. The amendments will come into force from 31 July 2021. A summary of the amendments is given below: Exporters will be requested to c...Read more
Singapore SFA Proposed Amendments to the Food Regulations regarding Deletion and Amendments to the Standards of Identity for Various Foods
Singapore | Jun 18, 2021
On 18 June 2021, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) opened a public consultation seeking feedback from stakeholders on the proposed amendments to the Food Regulations under the Sale of Food Act, regarding the deletion and amendments of Regulations on th...Read more
Singapore SFA Announced Administrative Exemption for Processed Cheese on Maximum Moisture Content
Singapore | May 10, 2021
On 10 May 2021, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) announced the grant for an administrative exemption to food businesses for the import, manufacture and sale of processed cheese (as defined under Regulation 121). Under Regulation 121(a) of the Food Reg...Read more
Singapore SFA Opened a Consultation on Proposed Amendments to the Maximum Limits for Heavy Metals in Foods under the Food Regulations
Singapore | May 03, 2021
On 3 May 2021, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) opened a public consultation seeking feedback from stakeholders on the proposed amendments to the Food Regulations under the Sale of Food Act, through the Food (Amendment No. X) Regulations 2021, regardi...Read more
Singapore SFA Opened a Consultation on Proposed New and Amended Food Additives and Ingredients in the Food Regulations
Singapore | May 03, 2021
On 3 May 2021, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) opened a public consultation seeking feedback from stakeholders on the proposed amendments to the Food Regulations under the Sale of Food Act, through the Food (Amendment No. X) Regulations 2021, regardi...Read more
Singapore SFA Opened a Consultation on Proposed New Food Additives and Ingredients in Infant Formula in the Food Regulations
Singapore | May 03, 2021
On 3 May 2021, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) opened a public consultation seeking feedback from stakeholders on the proposed amendments to the Food Regulations under the Sale of Food Act, through the Food (Amendment No. X) Regulations 2021, regardi...Read more
Singapore SFA Opened a Consultation on Proposed New Food Additives in Pasta in the Food Regulations
Singapore | May 03, 2021
On 3 May 2021, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) opened a public consultation seeking feedback from stakeholders on the proposed amendments to the Food Regulations under the Sale of Food Act, through the Food (Amendment No. X) Regulations 2021, regardi...Read more
Singapore’s MOH and Health Promotion Board Called for Feedback on Amendments to the Labelling and Advertising Requirements for Nutri-Grade Beverages
Singapore | Mar 26, 2021
On 26 March 2021, the Singapore Ministry of Health (MOH) and Health Promotion Board (HPB) launched a public consultation seeking feedback from stakeholders on the proposed amendments to the Food Regulations under the Sale of Food Act, to introduce ne...Read more
Singapore SFA Responses to Public Consultation of General Labelling Requirements of Prepacked Food
Singapore | Mar 04, 2021
Between 15 October and 20 November 2020, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) initiated a public consultation regarding proposed changes to the labelling requirements for prepacked food sold in Singapore, under the following regulations of the Singapore F...Read more
Singapore SFA Established the Maximum Residue Limit for Nicarbazin in Shell Eggs
Singapore | Dec 04, 2020
On 4 December 2020, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) established the Maximum Residue Limit (MRL) for nicarbazin, a veterinary drug, in shell eggs. The MRL established will be 300 ppb. The established MRL will come into effect from 4 January 2021.Read more
Singapore SFA Opened Consultation on General Labelling Requirements for Prepacked Food
Singapore | Oct 15, 2020
On 15 October 2020, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) released consultation paper on general labelling requirements for prepacked food. The scope of this consultation covers prepacked food products sold directly to consumers, including brick-and-mortar...Read more
Singapore SFA Proposed Amendments to the Use of Pathogen Reduction Treatments (PRTs) on Raw Meat
Singapore | Aug 28, 2020
On 28 August 2020, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) notified FIA regarding the private consultation on proposed amendments to the use of pathogen reduction treatments (PRTs) on raw meat. A summary of the consultation is given as follow. The comm...Read more
Singapore SFA Announced Revision of Food Additive Regulations
Singapore | Aug 27, 2020
On 27 August 2020, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) announced Food (Amendment No.3) Regulations 2020. A summary of the key revisions for additive provisions is given below. The amendments come into force on 31 August 2020. New Permitted Food Additi...Read more
Singapore SFA Announced Revision to Butter and Scotch Whisky Standards
Singapore | Aug 27, 2020
On 27 August 2020, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) announced Food (Amendment No.3) Regulations 2020. Under this revision, the standards for Butter and Scotch whisky have been revised. The amendments come into force on 31 August 2020. Key amendments...Read more
Singapore SFA Established New Maximum Residue Limits for Specified Contaminants in Food
Singapore | Aug 11, 2020
On 11 August 2020, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) announced new maximum residue limits for specified contaminants in food. The maximum residue limits for mercury, bromate, and mycotoxins have been introduced for certain food commodities. The regulat...Read more
Singapore SFA Revised Veterinary Condition for Importation of Chilled Poultry and Poultry Products
Singapore | May 14, 2020
On 14 May 2020, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) notified WTO (G/SPS/N/SGP/67) of the revision of the Veterinary Conditions for Importation of Poultry and Poultry Products to facilitate the importation of chilled poultry into Singapore. Based on risk...Read more
Singapore SFA Removed Timeframe Requirement for Frozen and Processed Meat Product Imports
Singapore | Apr 23, 2020
On 23 April 2020, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) reviewed and removed timeframe restrictions on frozen and processed meat product imports. The initiative was taken to streamline trade and ensure national food security. Prior to this revision, frozen...Read more
Singapore SFA Announced Draft Revision of Food Additive Regulations
Singapore | Apr 09, 2020
On 9 April 2020, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) announced through WTO the draft Food (Amendment No. X) Regulations 2020 (G/TBT/N/SGP/53). Under this revision, amendments have been made to the permissibility of several food additives. A summary of th...Read more
Singapore SFA Proposed Revision of Butter and Scotch Whisky Standards
Singapore | Apr 09, 2020
On 9 April 2020, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) announced through WTO the draft Food (Amendment No. X) Regulations 2020 (G/TBT/N/SGP/53). Under this revision, the standards for Butter and Scotch whisky have been revised. The comment deadline is 60 d...Read more
Singapore SFA Revised Microbiological Standards of Ready-to-eat Foods
Singapore | Apr 02, 2020
On 2 April 2020, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) announced the revision of microbiological standards of ready-to-eat foods under the Food (Amendment) Regulation 2020, Decree No. S237 of 2020. Under this revision, the amount of Enterobacteriaceae and...Read more
Singapore SFA Established Maximum Limits for Marine Biotoxins, Inorganic Arsenic and Methanol in Foods
Singapore | Mar 17, 2020
On 17 March 2020, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) established maximum limits for marine biotoxins, inorganic Arsenic and methanol in foods. The maximum limits of shellfish poisons, brevetoxins and azaspiracids in bivalve molluscs and histamine and in...Read more
Singapore SFA Established Draft Regulations on Trans Fat and Ban of PHOs as an Ingredient
Singapore | Mar 10, 2020
On 10 March 2020, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) announced the Draft Food (Amendment) Regulation 2020. The regulation proposed the prohibition of the import and use of partially hydrogenated oils in all fats, oils and pre-packaged foods sold in Sing...Read more
Singapore HPB Launched Implementation Industry Consultation on Draft Proposed Nutrition Labelling and Advertising Regulations for Sugar-Sweetened Beverages
Singapore | Dec 06, 2019
On 6 December 2019, the Singapore Health Promotion Board (HPB) proposed to implement two new measures on the labelling and advertising of Sugar-Sweetened Beverages (SSBs). A summary of the new regulations is given below. Comments can be channelled to...Read more
Singapore SFA Announced Safety Assessment of Novel Foods
Singapore | Nov 22, 2019
On 22 November 2019, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) announced the new guidance information on the safety assessment of Novel Foods. This guideline provides food traders with a better understanding on SFA’s requirements for classification and s...Read more
Singapore NEA Announced Measures on Food Waste Treatment Method through the Resource Sustainability Act 2019
Singapore | Oct 04, 2019
On 4 October 2019, the Singapore National Environmental Agency (NEA) published the Resource Sustainability Act 2019, which imposes obligations including the proper segregation and treatment of food waste under Part 5 of the Act. A summary of the regu...Read more
Singapore SFA Released Amendment Regulation Related to the Labelling Standards for Infant Formula
Singapore | Aug 30, 2019
On 30 August 2019, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) released a Circular to notify about the finalised revision of the labelling standards for infant formula in the Food (Amendment No.2) Regulations 2019. This is a follow-up from the release of the dra...Read more
Singapore SFA Released Draft Amendment Regulation Related to the Standards for Infant Formula
Singapore | Aug 16, 2019
On 16 July 2019, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) released the draft revisions to the standards for infant formula. These amendments were made with reference to the feedback received during a public consultation exercise carried out from 10 November t...Read more
Singapore AVA Implemented Food Amendment Regulations 2019
Singapore | Jan 30, 2019
On 30 Jan 2019, Singapore Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority of Singapore (AVA) notified that the new food amendment regulations will be implemented on 1 February 2019. The draft amendment was released on 5 September 2018. There is a minor change com...Read more
Singapore AVA Declared State Codes in TradeNet Permit for Imported Fresh and Minimally Processed Fruits and Vegetables
Singapore | Jan 02, 2019
On 2 January 2019, the Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) of Singapore declared state codes in TradeNet permit for fresh and minimally process fruits and vegetables. Source declaration will be required based on the State/Province where the prod...Read more
Singapore AVA Proposed Second Amendment to the Food Regulations Regarding Microbiological Standards for RTE Food
Singapore | Oct 22, 2018
On 22 October 2018, the Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) of Singapore issued a second public consultation on the proposed draft amendments to the food regulations regarding microbiological standards for ready-to-eat (RTE) food. The first draf...Read more
Singapore AVA Opened Consultation on Draft Food Amendment Regulations 2019
Singapore | Sep 13, 2018
On 13 September 2018, Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) of Singapore opened consultation on new food additive and expanded usage of current food additives. The comment period for this addendum Notification is until 5 November 2018. 1,3-prop...Read more
Singapore Food Agency (SFA) to Replace AVA, NEA and HSA as the Single Food Agency
Singapore | Jul 26, 2018
On 26 July 2018, the Singapore Government announced that a new government agency called the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) will be formed on 1 April 2019 to oversee food safety and security. SFA will become the sole and lead agency handling food-related...Read more
Singapore AVA Notified of Consultation Exercise on Novel Foods and Novel Food Ingredients Framework
Singapore | Mar 07, 2018
On 7 March 2018, the Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) of Singapore notify the industry (local food manufacturers and importers) that it is seeking feedback on the definition and scope of Novel Foods at the initial phase of the development of...Read more
Singapore AVA Notified of Consultation Exercise on Inclusion of New Food Additive Provisions Under the Food Regulations
Singapore | Feb 21, 2018
On 21 February 2018, the Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) of Singapore notify the industry (local food manufacturers and importers) that it is seeking feedback on the inclusion of new food additive provisions under the Food Regulations. AVA w...Read more
Singapore AVA Proposed Amendments to Food Additives and Pesticides Provisions
Singapore | Dec 07, 2017
On 7 December 2017, the Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) of Singapore announced the proposed draft Food (Amendment) Regulations 2018, which contains several amendments pertaining to food additives. This proposed draft is open for comments unt...Read more
Singapore AVA Proposed Amendments to Pesticides Provisions
Singapore | Dec 07, 2017
On 7 December 2017, the Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) of Singapore announced the proposed draft Food (Amendment) Regulations 2018, which contains several amendments pertaining to pesticides. This proposed draft is open for comments until 6...Read more
Singapore AVA Announced Amendment to the Sale of Food Act
Singapore | Oct 02, 2017
On 2 October 2017, the Agri-Food & Veterinary Authority (AVA) of Singapore announced the Sale of Food (Amendment) Bill, which is an Act amending the Sale of Food Act. The amendments come into force with immediate effect. This amendment will allo...Read more
Singapore AVA Proposed Draft Amendments to Microbiological Standards for RTE Food
Singapore | Aug 22, 2017
On 22 August 2017, the Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) of Singapore issued a public consultation on the proposed draft amendments to the food regulations regarding microbiological standards for ready-to-eat (RTE) food. This draft is open for...Read more
Singapore Proposed Amendment to the ML for Inorganic Arsenic in Husked Rice
Singapore | Jul 31, 2017
On 31 July 2017, the Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) of Singapore sought the industry’s feedback on the proposed amendment concerning the maximum limit (ML) for inorganic arsenic in husked rice. The consultation period is open until 29...Read more
Singapore Added Health Claim for Beta-Glucan
Singapore | Apr 01, 2017
On 20 December 2016, the Singapore Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) sought industry feedback on the proposed amendment to the Singapore Food Regulations. The AVA has recently announced that these proposed changes to the Food (Amendment) Regul...Read more
Singapore Amended Maximum Limits for Inorganic Arsenic and Pesticides
Singapore | Apr 01, 2017
On 20 December 2016, the Singapore Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) sought industry feedback on the proposed amendment to the Singapore Food Regulations. The AVA has recently announced that these proposed changes to the Food (Amendment) Regul...Read more
Singapore Approved Use of New Food Additives and Expanded Scope of Applications of Food Additive
Singapore | Apr 01, 2017
On 20 December 2016, the Singapore Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) sought industry feedback on the proposed amendment to the Singapore Food Regulations. The AVA has recently announced that these proposed changes to the Food (Amendment) Regul...Read more
Singapore Proposed Draft Amendments to the Use of Food Additives
Singapore | Dec 20, 2016
On 20 December, the Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) of Singapore sought industry feedback on a proposed draft to allow for the use of new food additives and ingredients, as well as to expand the scope of use for existing food additives to co...Read more
Singapore Proposed Draft Deletion of Maximum Residue Limits for Several Pesticides
Singapore | Dec 20, 2016
On 20 December, the Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) of Singapore sought industry feedback on the proposed deletion for 11 pesticides and their corresponding maximum residue limits (MRLs). This proposal is open for comments until 20 February...Read more
Singapore Proposed Draft Health Claim for Beta-Glucan
Singapore | Dec 20, 2016
On 20 December, the Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) of Singapore sought industry feedback on a proposed new claim for packaged foods that have been added with barley beta-glucan. This proposal is open for comments until 20 February 2017, and...Read more
Singapore Proposed to Introduce Maximum Limit for Inorganic Arsenic in Polished Rice
Singapore | Dec 20, 2016
On 20 December, the Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) of Singapore sought industry feedback on a proposed maximum limit (ML) for inorganic arsenic in polished rice. This proposal is open for comments until 20 February 2017, and is expected to...Read more
Singapore Approves 36 Proposed Claims on Nutrients with No Singapore RDA
Singapore | Jun 07, 2016
The Advisory Committee on Evaluation of Health Claims under the Agri-Food & Veterinary Authority (AVA) of Singapore has recently approved 36 health claims across 10 nutrients that do not have Singapore recommended daily allowance (RDA). Of these...Read more