FAO / WHO : Environmental Health Criteria 240: Principles and methods for the risk assessment of chemicals in food [2009]
Description:
The monograph describes general principles and methods for the risk assessment of chemicals in food taking into account advances in chemical analysis, toxicological assessment and risk assessment procedures. It aims to provide guidance for JECFA and JMPR and decision makers to ensure the sound evaluation of scientific data for the risk assessment of chemicals in food. A summary of the monograph is provided in English, French, Spanish and Chinese.
Why this Tool/Guidance?
Information provided is useful to support the development of national and international food safety standards. The EHC monographs are intended to assist national and international authorities in making risk assessments and subsequent risk management decisions.
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