FSANZ Application A1269: Approval Sought for Cultured Quail as a Novel Food in Australia and New Zealand

Amendment No. 239 to the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code introduces regulations for cell-cultured foods, including the approval of cultured quail as a novel food. It defines cell-cultured foods, sets conditions for their use in products, and outlines strict labelling requirements using terms like “cell-cultured” or “cell-cultivated.” The amendment restricts such foods in specific product categories and prohibits misleading terms like “meat” unless clearly qualified. It also establishes food safety and traceability standards for producers and suppliers, ensuring transparency and consumer protection.