South Africa: Regulations Relating to the Reduction of Sodium in Certain Foodstuffs

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Regulations relating to the reduction of sodium in certain foodstuffs and related matters came into effect on June 30, 2016 in South Africa. This regulation will affect both domestic and imported foodstuffs. Post estimates that at least US$ 16 Million worth of United States exports to South Africa will have to comply with this regulation, based on 2015 figures. 

South Africa: Regulations Relating to the Reduction of Sodium in Certain Foodstuffs

Exporting, Regulations & Requirements
Africa (Sub-Sahara), South Africa
Processed Food Products

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