The East African Community (EAC) has notified DEAS 1191:2023 – Flavoured Milk Specification, a draft regional standard establishing requirements, sampling procedures, and test methods for flavoured milk intended for human consumption. The proposed measure aims to harmonize dairy product requirements across EAC Partner States, enhance consumer protection, facilitate regional trade, and ensure consistent quality and labelling standards for flavoured milk products. Dairy manufacturers and exporters supplying products to the EAC market should monitor the progress of the standard and evaluate product compliance against the proposed requirements.

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