date:Jul 17, 2014
measures include new safety and quality standards for foods such as raw scallops, passion fruit, durian and okra.
Future work
Countries decided on a range of topics for future development, including establishing standards for black, white and green pepper, cumin, oregano, thyme and garlic, and setting maximum levels for cadmium in chocolate and cocoa-derived products.
The Commission also discussed the need for a Codex standard for ready-to-eat foods for malnourished children, on the proposal