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FOOD LAWS in the PHILIPPINES Assoc. Prof. JOANN DAVID DAR Dept. of Food Science and Technology, CHSI, CLSU PGS Food Safety, QA Systems and Risk Analysis, Universiteit Gent-Belgium M.Sc. Food Science and Technology, ENSIA-SIARC - France BS Food Technology, CLSU-Philippines  FOOD...

FOOD LAWS in the PHILIPPINES Assoc. Prof. JOANN DAVID DAR Dept. of Food Science and Technology, CHSI, CLSU PGS Food Safety, QA Systems and Risk Analysis, Universiteit Gent-Belgium M.Sc. Food Science and Technology, ENSIA-SIARC - France BS Food Technology, CLSU-Philippines  FOOD any substance or product whether any raw, cooked, or processed edible processed, partially processed or substance, beverage or ingredient used or unprocessed that is intended for human intended for use or for sale, in whole or consumption part, for human consumption includes drinks, chewing gum, water and other substances which are intentionally incorporated into food during its -Sanitation Implementing Rules and manufacture, preparation and treatment Regulations (Sanitation IRR) - Food Safety Act (FSA)  Food Dietary Supplements are processed food products intended to purpose is to increase the total daily supplement the diet. intake in an amount conforming to the latest Philippine recommended energy generally contain one or more of the and nutrient intakes or internationally following dietary ingredients: a vitamin, agreed minimum daily requirements. mineral, amino acid, herb, or other dietary substance of botanical, animal, artificial or usually in the form of capsules, tablets, natural origin. liquids, gels, powders or pills and is not represented for use as a conventional food or as the sole item of a meal or diet or a replacement for drugs and medicines.) Principles and Role of Food Laws in Commercial and Food Industry Principles of Food Law Food law should aim at the protection of human life and health and (other) consumers' interests). In protecting life and health, it should be science based “Risk Analysis”. When scientific risk assessment is inconclusive, the precautionary principle justifies temporary measures to be taken to protect from possible risks. Principles and Role of Food Laws in Commercial and Food Industry Principles of Food Law …. continuation Where international standards – such as the Codex Alimentarius – exist or their completion is imminent, they shall, in general, be taken into consideration in the development or adaptation of food law. e.g.Definition of Food- tailored on the Codex Principles of HACCP as elaborated in the Codex are incorporated in a food law. Food businesses are responsible to ensure compliance. Key agencies are responsible for enforcement Government statutes and regulations that contribute to a safe, nutritious and wholesome food supply Statutes Regulations - also referred to as - also referred to as rules, are codes, are laws written written by agencies (e.g., and enacted by the Department of Health, legislative branch of Department of Agriculture) to government (e.g, supplement laws that were Philippine Congress, passed by the legislature. state legislators). e.g. Administrative order, Executive order, Presidential e.g. Republic Act (RA) decree, Circular No.  The Need for Food Safety Regulation For all foods, effective regulations are needed for: * Control of environmental contaminants, the use of food additives * Hygiene and sanitation * Prevention of mislabelling and misbranding and of fraud and adulteration For fresh foods, effective regulations are needed to ensure the health of plants and animals from where food is derived Government has to step in and protect the consumer through regulation What is the importance of laws and regulations about food safety imposed by government? Protection against deceptive practices. In addition to safety, food laws also ensure that consumers will get the products that they need as to how food manufacturers advertise them. Laws relating to adulteration, misbranding, and counterfeits in food are stated in several laws  Specific laws, regulations, guidelines and directives in the manufacture, labeling, distribution, and sale of food I. GOVERNMENT STATUTES/LAWS (Philippines) – Safe, Nutritious and Wholesome Food and Food Products general law on consumer products 1. RA 7394 DTI - primarily tasked with implementing the (1992) Consumer Act. covers product quality and standards CONSUMER enacted primarily to protect the consumers ACT OF THE against hazards to health and safety, and PHILIPPINES against deceptive, unfair and unconscionable sales acts and practices I. GOVERNMENT STATUTES/LAWS in the Philippines - …. continuation Law which amends the Foods, 2. RA 9711 Drugs and Devices and Cosmetics (2009) FOOD Act (RA 3720 – 1963 known as FDA AND DRUG Law) FDA – regulatory authority under ADMINISTRATION DOH that implements the FDA Law STRENGTHENING regulates "health products," which ACT OF 2009 include food and other consumer products that may have an effect on health I. GOVERNMENT STATUTES/LAWS in the Philippines - …. continuation 2. RA 9711 FDA Center for Food Regulation and Research (2009) FOOD ("CFRR") - tasked with regulating the manufacture, importation, exportation, distribution, sale, offer for sale, AND DRUG transfer, promotion, advertisement, sponsorship of ADMINISTRATION and/or, where appropriate, the use and testing of STRENGTHENING food products and food/dietary supplements. ACT OF 2009 mandated to conduct research on the safety, efficacy and quality of food, and to institute standards relating to food safety and quality. I. GOVERNMENT STATUTES/LAWS in the Philippines - …. continuation 3. RA 10611 “An Act To Strengthen The (2013) FOOD Food Safety Regulatory System SAFETY ACT OF In The Country To Protect THE PHILIPPINES Consumer Health And Implementing Rules and Facilitate Market Access Of Regulations Joint DA-‐DOH Local Foods And Food Administrative Order No. Products, And For Other 2015-‐0007 Purposes” I. GOVERNMENT STATUTES/LAWS in the Philippines - …. continuation 3. RA 10611 a) Protect the public from food-‐borne and water-borne illnesses and (2013) FOOD unsanitary, unwholesome, SAFETY ACT OF misbranded or adulterated foods; THE PHILIPPINES b) Enhance industry and consumer confidence in the food Implementing Rules and regulatory system; and Regulations c) Achieve economic growth and Joint DA-‐DOH development by promoting fair Administrative Order No. trade practices and sound 2015-‐0007 regulatory foundation for domestic and international trade RA 9711 (FDA Strengthening Act of 2009) AND RA 10611 (Food Safety Act of the Philippines) Mandates FDA to issue authorizations in the form of License To Operate (LTO) RA 9711 and and Certificate of Product RA 10611 Registration (CPR) to food manufacturers, distributors and traders I. GOVERNMENT STATUTES/LAWS in the Philippines - …. continuation established the Bureau of 4. RA 8435 Agriculture and Fisheries (1997) Product Standards (BAFPS) ; AGRICULTURE sets and use of food standards AND FISHERIES in agriculture and fisheries MODERNIZATION products, among others ACT (AFMA) I. GOVERNMENT STATUTES/LAWS in the Philippines - …. continuation a law strengthening the meat 5. RA 9296 inspection system in the country to assure safety and quality of meat (2003) MEAT and meat products for human INSPECTION consumption both in the domestic and international market CODE OF THE renaming of National Meat PHILIPPINES Inspection Commission to National Meat Inspection Service I. GOVERNMENT STATUTES/LAWS in the Philippines - …. continuation 6. RA 10817 An act instituting the Philippine Halal Export (2016) PHILIPPINE Development and Promotion HALAL EXPORT Program, creating for the DEVELOPMENT purpose the Philippine Halal Export Development and AND PROMOTION Promotion Board, and for ACT other purposes. I. GOVERNMENT STATUTES/LAWS in the Philippines - …. continuation Salt Iodization Program An Act promoting salt 7. RA 8172 iodization nationwide for related purposes (1995) ASIN LAW I. GOVERNMENT STATUTES/LAWS in the Philippines - …. continuation An Act establishing the Food 8. RA 8976 Fortification Program and for other (2004) THE purposes; PHILIPPINE Under this law, the following food FOOD staples must be fortified: FORTIFICATION Salt – iodine Cooking Oil – Vit A ACT Rice – iron Sugar - Vit A Flour - Vit A and iron I. GOVERNMENT STATUTES/LAWS in the Philippines - …. continuation 9. RA 10863 An act modernizing the customs and tariff administration (2016) PHILIPPINE CUSTOMS In relation to Philippines’ Food Law: MODERNIZATION “every article of foreign origin imported into the Philippines shall be marked in any AND TARIFF ACT official language of the Philippines, being either Filipino or English. (CMTA -CUSTOMS The country of origin shall be marked in a ACT) conspicuous place as legibly, indelibly and permanently as the nature of the article (or container) will permit” I. GOVERNMENT STATUTES/LAWS in the Philippines - …. continuation 10. RA 11052 AN , CREATE THE BOARD OF ACT REGULATING FOOD TECHNOLOGY, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THE PRACTICE OF FOOD TECHNOLOGY IN THE PHILIPPINES II. GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS / RULES in the Philippines - (Philippines) – Safe, Nutritious and Wholesome Food and Food Products provide the sanitation requirements for 1. PD No. 856, s. operating a food establishment in the 1975 Code on Philippines (Chapter 3: Food Establishments and Chapter 4: Markets Sanitation of and Abattoirs) the Philippines Section 14 - "No person or entity shall operate a food establishment for public patronage (CSP) without securing a permit from the local health office.“ Section 15, - "No person shall be employed in any food establishment without a Health Certificate issued by the local health authority." II. GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS / RULES in the Philippines - (Philippines) – continuation….. 2. PD No. 1144, s. Creating the Fertilizer and Pesticide Authority (FPA) as an attached 1977 Pesticides agency under DA Implementing abolished the Fertilizer Industry Rules and Authority (FIA)provide the sanitation requirements for Regulations operating a food establishment in the Philippines II. GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS / RULES in the Philippines - (Philippines) – continuation….. regulation that prescribes the 3. AO 88-A, s. guidelines on the use of food additives in all foodstuffs sold in the 1984 Regulatory Philippines whether manufactured Guidelines or imported Regarding Use of Food Additives II. GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS / RULES in the Philippines - (Philippines) – continuation….. 4. AO 88-B, s. 1984 covers the rules and regulations Rules and governing the Labeling of all Prepackaged Food Products, Regulations including food supplements Governing the whether locally manufactured or Labelling of imported/distributed into the Prepackaged Food Philippines Products Distributed in the Philippines II. GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS / RULES in the Philippines - (Philippines) – continuation….. Established the guidelines for the 5. AO 4-A, s. 1995 micronutrient fortification of processed foods Guidelines on the Micronutrient Fortification of Processed Foods II. GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS / RULES in the Philippines - (Philippines) – continuation….. 6. AO 82, s. 2003 The Diamond Sangkap Pinoy Seal (DSP) shall be awarded to all Guidelines on manufacturers of staples who have Granting Diamond applied for the Diamond Sangkap Sangkap Pinoy Pinoy Seal and have complied with Seal to the quality standards according to RA-IRR 8172 ( Asin Law) and RA-IRR Manufacturers of 8976 (Food Fortification Law) Fortified Products II. GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS / RULES in the Philippines - (Philippines) – continuation….. Revised Guidelines on current Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) in 7. AO 153, s. 2004 Manufacturing, Packing, Repacking, or Holding Food Current Good Manufacturing Practices II. GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS / RULES in the Philippines - (Philippines) – continuation….. Updated List of Food Additives; repealing AO88-A, s. 1984 8. DOH Bureau Circular No. 2006- 16 II. GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS / RULES in the Philippines - (Philippines) – continuation….. amends certain Provisions 9. AO 2014-0030 of Administrative Order No. 88-B Revised s. 1984 Guidelines on the apply to food products, including Labelling of food supplements, whether imported or locally produced and Prepackaged distributed in the Philippines Foods II. GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS / RULES in the Philippines - (Philippines) – continuation….. Implementing rules and regulations 10. Joint DA/DOH of RA 10611 (Food Safety Act of 2013) AO 2015-0007 FSA Implementing Rules and Regulations II. GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS / RULES in the Philippines - (Philippines) – continuation….. 11. FDA Circular No. Repeals FDA 2013-010 Revised 2022-012 Guidelines Guidelines for the Assessment of the on the Microbiological Quality of Processed Foods Microbiological Requirements and Provide UPDATED guidelines on the Assessment of microbiological requirements and Certain Prepackaged assessments of certain prepackaged processed food products Processed Food Products II. GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS / RULES in the Philippines - (Philippines) – continuation….. Requires that all manufacturers and importers of consumer products sold in the Philippines, including 12. DTI AO 01, s. food, must specify their consumer complaint desk address on the label 2008 II. GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS / RULES in the Philippines - (Philippines) – continuation….. - task to regulate genetic engineering research and development activities and 13. EO 430, s. their products," 1990 - created the - One of the existing regulations on genetically modified organisms in the National Committee on Philippines Biosafety of the Philippines II. GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS / RULES in the Philippines - (Philippines) – continuation….. - States that No genetically modified plant or its products ("GM Plant") may be tested, commercially propagated and directly used without first obtaining the applicable Biosafety 14. Joint Circular No. 1 Permit“ s. 2016 DOST, DA, - One of the existing regulations on genetically DENR, DOH and modified organisms in the Philippines DILG- "GM Circular”- II. GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS / RULES in the Philippines - (Philippines) – continuation….. contains the latest Guidelines for Product Recall of health products. 15. FDA Circular The Recall Guidelines state that the Market 2016-012 (2016) – Authorization Holder ("MAH") shall be the party primarily responsible for the recall. Recall Guidelines II. GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS / RULES in the Philippines - (Philippines) – continuation….. - National Code of Marketing of Breast milk Substitutes and Other Related Products - regulates the marketing of certain products related to infant feeding, and 16. EO 51 (1986)- ensures their quality and the created the "Milk appropriateness of information pertaining to their use. Code"  Summary: I. Statutes/Laws in Philippines Government Agency RA/AO/PD No. Title Description/Purpose / Aim Responsible general law on consumer products which covers product quality and standards;Enacted primarily to protect the consumers against hazards to health and safety, and against deceptive, unfair and RA 7394 (1992) Consumer Act of the Philippines unconscionable sales acts and practices DTI created the Food and Drug Administration; An Act to ensure the safety and purity of food, drugs and cosmetics being made available to the public by creating the Food and Drug Administration which Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act shall administer and enforce the laws pertaining RA 3720 (1963) thereto. DOH (FDA) amends the FDA Law (RA 3720); regulates "health Food and Drug Administration Act products," which include food and other consumer RA 9711 (2009) of 2009 products that may have an effect on health FDA law which mainly regulates food safety in Food Safety Act (FSA) of the Philippines; regulates food safety in the Philippines; RA 10611 (2013) Philippines serves as farm to fork regulatory system DA, DOH, DILG/LGU Summary: I. Statutes/Laws in Philippines Government Agency RA/AO/PD No. Title Description/Purpose / Aim Responsible established the Bureau of Agriculture and Fisheries Product Standards (BAFPS) ; sets R.A. 8435 (1997) Agriculture and Fisheries and use of food standards in agriculture and Modernization Act (AFMA) fisheries products, among others DA, DOH, DILG strengthening the meat inspection system in the country renaming of National Meat R.A. 9296 (2003) Meat Inspection Code of the Inspection Commission to National Meat Philippines Inspection Service DA An act instituting the Philippine Halal Export Development and Promotion Program, creating for the purpose the Philippine Halal Export Development and Promotion Board, RA 10817 (2016) Halal Law and for other purposes. DTI Asin Law -Salt iodization An Act promoting salt iodization nationwide RA 8172 (1995) Program for related purposes DOH (FDA) Summary: I. Statutes/Laws in Philippines Government Lead Agency RA/AO/PD No. Title Description/Purpose / Aim Responsible An Act establishing the Food Fortification Program and for other purposes; to help prevent micronutrient deficiencies by making available products fortified with vitamin A and iron, among RA 8976 (2004) Food Fortification Law others DOH(FDA) Philippine Customs An act modernizing the customs Modernization and Tariff and tariff administration RA 10863 (2016) Act (CMTA- Customs Act) DF (BOC) Philippine Food An act regulating the practice of RA 110521 (2017) Technology Act Food Technology in the Philippines PRC , CHED II. Summary of Food Regulations / Rules in Philippines: Lead Government RA/AO/PD Agency Type of Food Law No. Title Description/Purpose / Aim Responsible PD No. provide the sanitation requirements for 856, s. Code on Sanitation of the operating a food establishment in the Food Safety 1975, Philippines (CSP) Philippines DOH (FDA) Chapter III Implementing Rules and provide the sanitation requirements for of PD 856 Regulations of Chapter III operating a food establishment in the Food Safety s. 1975 (“Sanitation- IRR”) Philippines DOH (FDA) PD No. contains the implementing rules and regulations 1144 S. Pesticides Implementing concerning the safe use of pesticides in the Food Safety 1977 Rules and Regulations country DA (FPA) DOH AO Regulatory Guidelines regulation that prescribes the guidelines on the 88-A series Concerning Use of Food use of food additives in all foodstuffs sold in the Food Safety 1984 Additives Philippines whether manufactured or imported DOH (FDA) II. Summary of Food Regulations / Rules in Philippines: Lead Type of Government Food RA/AO/PD Agency Law No. Title Description/Purpose / Aim Responsible Rules and regulations Governing the Labeling of Prepackaged Food DOH AO 88-B Products Distributed in presents the Rules and regulations Governing the Labeling of Trade series 1984 the Philippines. prepackaged Food Products Distributed in the Philippines. DOH (FDA) guidelines serve as basis for the addition of micronutrient(s) to processed foods or food products to avoid over or under Guidelines on fortification that may create imbalance in the diet as well as DOH AO No. 4- Micronutrient Fortification avoid misleading label claims to gain competitive marketing Health A s. 1995 of Processed Foods advantage DOH (FDA) guidelines to all manufacturers of staples who have applied Guidelines on Granting for the Diamond Sangkap pinoy Seal (DSP) and have DOH AO No. 82 Diamond Sangkap Pinoy complied with the quality standards according to IRR of RA Health s. 2003 Seal 8172 and RA 8976 DOH (FDA) Current Good containes revised guidelines on Current Good Manufacturing Food DOH AO 153 S. Manufacturing Practices Practices in Manufacturing, Packing, Repacking or Holding Safety 2004 (CGMP) Food DOH (FDA) II. Summary of Food Regulations / Rules in Philippines: Lead Government Type of Agency Food Law RA/AO/PD No. Title Description/Purpose / Aim Responsible DOH Bureau Circular Updated List of Food Food Safety No. 2006-16 Additives established pursuant to RA 3720; supplement AO 88-A DOH (FDA) Revised Guidelines on the Labelling of Pre-packaged amends certain provisions of AO 88-B s. 1984 Trade DOH AO 2014-0030 Food Products DOH (FDA) purpose of the regulations is to maintain a farm to fork Joint DA/DOH food safety regulatory system that ensures a high level Administrative FSA- Implementing Rules of food safety, promotes fair trade, and advances the Order (AO) 2015- and Regulations of RA 10611 global competitiveness of Philippine food and food DA, DOH, Food Safety 0007 (FSA-IRR) products DILG(LGU) Guidelines on the Microbiological Requirements and Assessment of Certain FDA Circular No. Prepackaged Processed Food Food Safety 2022-012 Products repeals FDA Circular 2013-010 DOH (FDA) II. Summary of Food Regulations / Rules in Philippines: Lead Type of Government Food Agency Law RA/AO/PD No. Title Description/Purpose / Aim Responsible Requires that all manufacturers and importers of consumer Addenda to the IRR of RA 7394 products sold in the Philippines, including food, must Trade DTI AO 01, s. 2008 (Consumer Act of the Philippines) specify their consumer complaint desk address on the label DTI creation of the National Committee Food on Biosafety of the Philippines task to regulate genetic engineering research and Safety EO 430, s. 1990 (NCBP) development activities and their products NCBP Joint Circular No. 1 states that No genetically modified plant or its products s. 2016 DOST, DA, ("GM Plant") may be tested, commercially propagated Food DENR, DOH and and directly used without first obtaining the applicable DOST, DA, DENR, Safety DILG- GM Circular Biosafety Permit“ DOH, DILG regulates the marketing of infant milk formula, other milk The Philippine Milk Code of 1986 products, foods and beverages, as well as feeding bottles (National Code of Marketing of and teats; shall provide objective and consistent Breastmilk Substitutes, Breastmilk information, training and advice to heaslth workers on Supplements, and Other Related infant nutrition, and on their obligations under this code; , Health EO 51 (1986) Products aims to promote and protect breastfeeding DOH (FDA)  Roles of government, industry and consumers in protecting the food supply Food Industry Consumers PHILIPPINE FOOD SAFETY FRAMEWORK Food Scientist Government Regulators SAFE FOOD FOR ALL Meaning and importance of standardization and food standards process of developing standards through collaborative study and consensus of experts from the government, business, and Standardization consumer sectors. The results of these concerted efforts are the technical specifications known as standards. Standards and Standardization a document approved by a recognized body that provides, for common and repeated use, rules, guidelines or characteristics for products or related processes and production methods, with which compliance is not mandatory. Standards may also include or deal exclusively with terminology, symbols, packaging, marking or labelling requirements as they apply to a product, process or production method (World Trade Organization – Technical Barriers to Trade Agreement). Standards and Standardization also defined in the ISO/IEC Guide 2 as a document, established by consensus and approved by a recognized body that provides, for common and repeated use, rules, guidelines or characteristics for activities or Standards their results, aimed at the achievement of the optimum degree of order in a given context. Standards and Standardization A. International Standard - a standard published by an international standardizing organization such as the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). These standards generally reflect the best experience of the industry, researchers, consumers Various levels and regulators worldwide, and cover common needs in a variety of countries, thus, they constitute one of the of standards: important bases for the removal of technical barriers to trade. These standards are adopted by WTO member countries in compliance to the Technical Barriers to Trade Agreement (WTO-TBT) to facilitate international trade Standards and Standardization B. Regional Standard - a standard developed or adopted by a regional standardizing organization [e.g., European Committee for Standardization (CEN); and Pan American Standards Commission (COPANT). Regional standards are generally voluntary in nature, representing the joint Various levels action of the national standards bodies of a group of nations within one geographical, political or economic of standards: area. C. National Standard - a standard developed/adopted and published by a National Standards Body and made available to the public. The BPS develops and publishes Philippine National Standards (PNS). Regulatory agencies in enforcing current food laws I. RA 10611 (Food Safety Act) DA, DOH – two main Food Safety Regulatory Agencies DA- responsible for primary production and postharvest stages of the supply chain DOH – responsible for processed and pre-packaged food products , processed foods but not pre-packaged, foods locally produced or imported under this category Regulatory agencies in enforcing current food laws 1. DOH as Food Safety Regulatory Authority under RA 10611 Food Safety Act a. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") - regulatory authority under the Philippine Department of Health ("DOH") that implements the FDA Law b. FDA Center for Food Regulation and Research ("CFRR") -DOH - tasked with regulating the manufacture, importation, exportation, distribution, sale, offer for sale, transfer, promotion, advertisement, sponsorship of and/or, where appropriate, the use and testing of food products and food/dietary supplements. - also mandated to conduct research on the safety, efficacy and quality of food, and to institute standards relating to food safety and quality. Regulatory agencies in enforcing current food laws 1. DOH as Food Safety Regulatory Authority under RA 10611 Food safety Act…. continuation c. Bureau of Quarantine – provide sanitation and ensure food safety in its area of responsibility in both domestic and international ports and airports of entry d. National Epidemiology Center (NEC), the Research Institute for Tropical Medicine (RITM) and National Center for Disease Prevention and Control (NCDPC) now named as Disease Prevention and Control Bureau (DPCB)– conduct and document epidemiological monitoring studies on food borne illnesses for use in risk-based policy formulation e. National Center for Health Promotion NCHP) now named as Health Promotion and Communication (HPC)– advocates food safety awareness, information and education to the public Regulatory agencies in enforcing current food laws …. continuation 2. DA as Food Safety Regulatory Authority under RA 10611 Food Safety Act a. Bureau of Animal Industry- for food derived from animals including eggs and honey production b. National Dairy Authority – for milk production and post-harvest handling c. National Meat Inspection Service- for meats d. Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources – for fresh fish and other seafoods including those grown by Aquaculture e. Bureau of Plant Industry – for plant foods Regulatory agencies in enforcing current food laws …. continuation 2. DA as Food Safety Regulatory Authority under RA 10611 Food Safety Act ….. f. Fertilizer and Pesticide Authority – for pesticides and fertilizers used in the production of plant and animal food g. Philippine Coconut Authority – for fresh coconut h. Sugar Regulatory Commission – for sugar cane production and marketing i. National Food Authority – for rice , corn and other grains Regulatory agencies in enforcing current food laws …. continuation 2. DA as Food Safety Regulatory Authority under RA 10611 Food Safety Act ….. Other DA Agencies involved on Food safety Act j. Bureau of Agriculture and Fisheries Standards- agency responsible for developing, adopting and/or amending/revising food safety standards and codes of practice for primary and postharvest foods for the use of DA FSRAs in developing/implementing food safety regulations Regulatory agencies in enforcing current food laws …. continuation 2. DA as Food Safety Regulatory Authority under RA 10611 Food Safety Act ….. Other DA Agencies involved on Food safety Act k. Food Development Center of NFA- provide scientific support in testing, research and training Regulatory agencies in enforcing current food laws …. continuation 3. DILG/ LGU responsible for enforcement of PD 856 s. 1975 “Code on the Sanitation of the Philippines”, food safety standards and food saety regulations where food is produced, processed, prepared and /or sold in their territorial jurisdiction Agencies in enforcing current food laws and establishment of policies and procedures: FOOD SAFETY REGULATION COORDINATING BOARD - Created to establish policies and procedures for decision making and its implementation - Monitor and coordinate the performance and implementation of the mandates of the DA, DOH, DILG and LGUs in food safety regulation - Board is chaired by DOH secretay and co-chaired by DA Secretary - Alternate chair for DOH FDA Director General and alternate co-chair Undersecretary for Policy and Planning, R&D and Regulations - Members of Board- head of FSRAs, Director of FDA-CFRR, Field Operator from DILG with the rank of Director, Heads of Leagues of Barangays, Municipalities, Cities and Provinces, representative from DOST and DTI with the rank of Director Regulatory agencies in enforcing current food laws II. Consumer Act (RA 7394) - Department of Trade and Industry ("DTI") - primarily tasked with implementing the Consumer Act. a. Bureau of Product Standards ("BPS") - DTI - formulates Philippine National Standards for consumer products, including food. Technical committees and sub-committees of the BPS and the FDA- prepares Standards for food - Food standards are published as Philippine National Standards. The End The Philippine Food Safety System and Issues The Philippine Food safety System is Lead by two agencies namely: FDA for DOH –Processed Food Dept. of Agriculture and its attached agencies - For animal & animal health, plant & plant health, slaughterhouse, sugar, grains, milk. Quality and safety of food - efforts of everyone involved in the complex chain of agriculture production, processing, transport, food production and consumption. The assurance of food safety is a shared responsibility from farm to plate. Other agencies involved: DOST, Academe, TWG Philippine Food Safety Framework initiated by the DOH Food Safety Committee. Comprehensive, coordinated, forward-looking framework that would strengthen the systems that ensure the safety of the country’'s food supply. Philippine Food Safety Framework  Food Chain DA Markets Wholesalers Distributors Trader Retailers Consumers Farm Transporter Processors Manufacturers Food Establishments Air and Sea Ports DOH Farm: Agriculture and Fisheries. Department of Agriculture and Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR)fisheries and aquatic resources protection and safety, Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI), for plant and plant health; Fertilizer and Pesticide Authority (FPA), for safe and proper use of pesticides; and the Bureau of Animal Industry(BAI), for animals and animal health  FOOD INDUSTRY Slaughterhouse - National Meat Inspection Service under DA Food Processing - FDA Food Importation – FDA for processed food Raw fish, meat and poultry - DA.  FOOD SERVICES Restaurants, and Institutional Food Services - Schools, Hospitals, Caterers, Carinderias, Streetfoods Vendors -Local government regulators/sanitary inspectors. Policies - National Center for Disease Prevention and Control- Environmental Health and Occupational Office  FOOD SERVICES Ports and Seaports Caterers - Bureau of Quarantine and International Health Service of the Department of Health, Household Food Consumption: Consumers have the responsibility in proper handling and storage of food at home. Water Safety- National standards for drinking water and criteria for surface waters are set by the Local Water Utilities. Surveillance of Foodborne Diseases- National Epidemiology Center Research - Research Institute of Tropical Medicine (RITM) the Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI) of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), the Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD). Food Development Center under the National Food Authority of the Department of Agriculture is another government agency that undertakes research work on food usually serving the industry FDA jurisdiction – Food Processing sector Regulatory tool 1.cGMP is mandatory to food industries. 2. Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP). The seafood industry has adopted this system and is operationalized by a MOA between BFAR-DA and BFAD-DOH. FOOD SAFETY ISSUES IN THE PHILIPPINES 1. Pesticides 2. Heavy Metals (Lead) 3. Aflatoxin 4. Histamines 5. Allergy 6. Red Tide 7. Physical Contamination in Processed Food 8. Microbiological Contamination  Food Industry Consumers PHILIPPINE FOOD SAFETY FRAMEWORK Food Scientist Government Regulators SAFE FOOD FOR ALL The End….  Mabuhay! Consumer Rights and Responsibilities Series of 2020 NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  BILL OF RIGHTS Bill of Rights was later expanded by the United Nations (UN) to eight (8) Basic Consumer Rights NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  Do not engage in panic buying BeWHAT Prioritize TO DO? quality conscious, your not needs brand During crisisconscious or calamity, be vigilant by ensuring that basic commodities are available in your home the consumer right that guarantees survival, adequate food, clothing, shelter, health care, education and sanitation. NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  WHAT TO CHECK FOR IN LABELS? -The AskIflabel someone you who knows maysensitive are contain the how to to some operate following:the products ingredients, you intend read the labels to before buy, when necessary. “Consume Before” using certain products the consumer right to be “Expiry Date” - Keep certain products out of protected against the “Best Before” children’s reach “FDA-Approved” marketing of goods or “Expires on” provision of services that - Look for Product Certification Marks Caution/Warning Signs and and other distinguishing are hazardous to health marks Symbols and life. NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  PRODUCT CERTIFICATION MARKS CERTIFIED Product Safety LICENSE No. Q - XXXX PS Mark ICC Mark NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  PHILIPPINE STANDARD (PS) A PS License certificate is issued LICENSE CERTIFICATE by the Bureau of Philippine Standards (BPS) to a manufacturer whose product has successfully passed the requirements of a relevant Philippine National Standards (PNS). This certificate is issued on a per product per factory/plant site basis. NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  IMPORT COMMODITY CLEARANCE(ICC) CERTIFICATE An ICC certificate is issued by the Bureau of Philippine Standards (BPS) to importers whose shipment has successfully passed the requirements of a relevant Philippine National Standard (PNS). This certificate is issued on a per product per shipment per Bill of Lading/Airway Bill basis. NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  WHAT TO DO? Before signing Read the labelread documents, Ask the concerned everything agency especially the fine Call us at DTI Direct prints the consumer right to be 751-3330 Look for or thevisit name protected against dishonest or the andnearest addressDTIof the misleading advertising and office manufacturer labelling, and the right to be given the facts and information needed to make an informed choice. NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN LABELS? Words such as “External” or “Internal” Precautions Chemical contents of the product Limitations and expiry dates NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  WHAT TO DO? Read the labels or manuals of the products “genuine vs. fake” Canvass before buying the consumer’s right to If product testers are choose products at available, try them. competitive prices Be cautious of special with an assurance of offers like free items or safe and quality Buy 2 Take 1 (look for products. “w/DTI Fair Trade Permit) NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  WHAT TO DO? Take time to attend public hearings and consultations Be observant of how consumer laws are being the consumer right to implemented/applied in your express consumer interests area Propose, through consumer in the making and execution organizations and the of government policies. implementing agencies policies/laws that will promote the welfare and protect the interests of consumers NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  WHAT TO DO? Go back to the store and look for the Consumer Welfare Desk (CWD) to air your complaint You have the right to exhaust the 3Rs – Repair then Replace or the consumer right to be Refund (RA 7394 Chapter III Article compensated for 68 Item d) If the store is unresponsive, file misrepresentation, shoddy your complaint to the appropriate goods or unsatisfactory agency services. Be sure to attend the mediation conference or scheduled hearings NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  WHAT ARE YOU ENTITLED TO? Under the law, you are entitled to repair, then replacement or refund if something you bought: Is faulty or defective and at the point of purchase, you were not aware of it; You were deceived by representations made or concealed by the seller; You were taken advantaged of by the seller NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  BUSINESSES MAY REFUSE TO absence of receiptGRANT THE 3Rs : or proof of purchase mere “change of mind” as basis you contributed to the defect knowledge of the defect/shoddy quality from date of purchase NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  PROHIBITION ON THE “NO RETURN, NO Pursuant to theEXCHANGE” POLICY IRR of RA 7394, or the Consumer Act of the Philippines, specifically Title III, Chapter I, Rule 2, Section 7 of DAO No. 2, series 1993, the words “No Return, No Exchange”, or words to such effect shall not be written into the contract of sale, receipt or sales transaction, in any document evidencing such sale or anywhere in the store or business establishment. NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  PROHIBITION ON THE “NO RETURN, NO The prohibitionEXCHANGE” POLICY aims to correct the misconception of a lot of consumers that they do not have the right to return shoddy or defective goods or demand for remedies in case of defective or imperfect service because of the “No Return, No Exchange” notice in the receipts or anywhere in the business establishments. NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  WHAT TO DO? Read, listen, watch Involve yourself Participate in consumer- education activities Look out for: - Quad-media campaigns on consumer-related issues the consumer’s right to - Seminars, conferences, acquire the knowledge and fora, trainings and public skills necessary to be an hearings informed consumer. - Integration of consumer education in schools NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  WHAT TO DO? Practice 4R’s of environmental protection - Reduce - Reuse - Recycle/Repurpose - Refuse the consumer right to live Revisit policies, strengthen and work in an environment powers of implementing which is neither threatening agencies nor dangerous and which Intensify monitoring and permits a life of dignity and enforcement well-being. NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  CONSUMER RESPONSIBILI TIES NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  1. CRITICAL AWARENESS The consumer responsibility to be more ALERT and INQUISITIVE about the use, price and quality of goods and services. NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  2. ACTION The consumer responsibility to assert ourselves and act to ensure that we get a fair deal. As long as we remain passive consumers, we will continue to be exploited. NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  3. SOCIAL CONCERN The consumer responsibility to be aware of the impact of our consumption on other citizens, especially the disadvantaged or powerless group, whether in the local, national or international community. NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  4. ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS The consumer responsibility to understand the environmental consequences of our consumption. We should recognize our individual and social responsibility to conserve natural resources and protect the earth for future generation. NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.  5. SOLIDARITY The consumer responsibility to organize together as consumers to develop the strength and influence to promote and protect our interest. NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. 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Together We Heal as One!!! Thank You  Mabuhay! CONNECT WITH US DTI.ConsumerCare @DTIConsumerCare @dti.consumercare DTIPhilippines www.dti.gov.ph NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION UNLESS PRIOR CONSENT IS GRANTED BY THE DTI CONSUMER PROTECTION GROUP (OUCPG). ALTERATION OR TAMPERING OF ANY KIND ON THIS MATERIAL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. THANK YOU.