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Does industry have a strong say in Codex?

A wide range of international Non-governmental Organizations, representing consumers, universities and scientists, industry …, can take part in Codex work and voice their views. Over 160 international Non-governmental Organizations representing consumers or industry can participate as observers, together with over 60  United Nations organizations and other Intergovernmental organizations. They contribute expert views and technical knowledge in their specialized fields. However, final decisions are taken by members' delegations. Delegations are nominated by higher authorities of governments. The Codex Alimentarius Commission is an intergovernmental body operating within the United Nations.

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Codex is financed by all member governments of FAO and WHO. Their contribution is either channeled through their assessed contribution to FAO and to WHO, or through in-kind contribution by [...]

Transparency

FAO and WHO provide expert scientific advice on many aspects of food quality, safety and nutrition relevant to the work of the Codex Alimentarius Commission. While not officially part of [...]

Transparency

A wide range of international Non-governmental Organizations, representing consumers, universities and scientists, industry …, can take part in Codex work and voice their views. Over 160 international Non-governmental Organizations representing [...]

Transparency

Member States and International Organizations engage in Codex food safety standard making activities through different channels and in different manners in order to achieve their respective interests. As one of [...]