Why an attempt to harmonise follow-on formula protein requirements is being led by industry

Foods Standards Australia New Zealand has announced an Application to amend minimum protein requirements for follow-on formulas in line with requirements in the EU. What is interesting is that international harmonisation of food laws is often a reason for Food Standards Australia New Zealand to implement changes to the law, yet this amendment has been initiated by industry. This article addresses the implications arising from a change to follow-on formula protein requirements and explores the situations where industry may initiate changes to the law.