SFA's consultation on regulation of insect and insect products(Imported and locally processed) from the food and animal feed industry

Singapore Food Agency proposed a regulation after reviewing of the regulatory position for insects and insect products for human consumption and as animal feed and seeking feedback on it from food and animal feed industry, interested parties. Requirements for import conditions and additional pre-licensing are mentioned clearly in a tabular form which are based on four identified key points to ensure safety.They are:| (1)Species of insect is safe for human consumption.|(2)Prevent the introduction of diseases and contaminants. | (3)Substrate used must not impart contaminants to the insects.|(4) The final product is safe for consumption.|in addition, List of Insect Species approved for Human Consumption were provided.