Thai FDA consults on 17 food-additive specifications until 1 December

What the notice says

The Thai FDA Food Division (กองอาหาร) posted a consultation on 2 October 2026 (2 ตุลาคม 2569) covering 17 proposed food-additive quality or specification notices. Its stated aims include updating specifications, consumer safety and consistency with international standards. The announcement links to the proposed documents and response forms.

Comments close on 1 December 2026 (1 ธันวาคม 2569). Respondents who disagree are asked to provide reasons and supporting evidence or technical documents. This deadline is not a commencement date, and the consultation itself does not authorize or prohibit particular additive uses.

Business implications

Additive suppliers and food manufacturers can compare the linked list with their purchased ingredients, then assemble specifications and certificates of analysis for relevant materials. Differences in proposed quality criteria or test conditions can support technical comments.

An ingredient's quality specification is separate from its permitted use in a particular food. The announcement alone does not establish a change in use levels or applications. Importers of blended additives should also examine the proposed mixture specification. Formulation or supplier changes should follow the eventual notification and its timing; the immediate task is to prepare substantiated comments before the deadline.