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Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) (ESF-705)
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Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) |
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ESF-705 |
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| Legal Framework |
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Article of Constitution
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Article VI.2
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Origin
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Established in 1955
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Rules of Procedure
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General Rules of the Organization.
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Cat. 3 |
| Purpose |
To consider chemical, toxicological and other aspects of additives, contaminants, natural toxins, and residues of veterinary drugs in food related to safety for human consumption and to report thereon. |
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| Membership |
15 - 25 experts covering all aspects relevant to the safety evaluation of the substances. |
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| Languages |
English |
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JECFA |
| Frequency of Sessions |
Normally one session per year |
| Division |
Food Systems and Food Safety Divisions (ESF) |
| Contact information/email |
[email protected] |
| Web site |
Information available on the following web sites:
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| First Session |
December 1956 |
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