# The Arsenic in Food (Amendment) Regulations 1973, Note: Explanatory note


These Regulations, which come into operation on 14th July 1973, amend the Arsenic in Food Regulations 1959 as amended by the Colouring Matter in Food Regulations 1966 (S.I. 1966/1203). They extend exemption from arsenic limits already specified, to food for which the maximum permitted arsenic content is prescribed by any other instrument made, or having effect as if made, under the Food and Drugs Act 1955.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1973/1052/note (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/arsenic-in-food-amendment-regulations-1973/note
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