Question

What is the functional claim of magnesium and calcium in Malaysia?

ANSWER

According to Garis Panduan Am Pelabelan Makanan (Bahagian IV, Peraturan-Peraturan Makanan 1985), the nutrient function claim* for calcium and magnesium are as following:

  • Calcium: Calcium aids in the development of strong bones and teeth
  • Magnesium: Magnesium promotes calcium absorption and retention

* No label which describes any food shall include any claim relating to the function of a nutrient in the body unless the food for which the nutrient function claim is made shall contain at least the amount of nutrient in the level to be considered as a source of that nutrient per reference amount as specified in Table II to the Fifth A Schedule.

 

Reference

Food Safety and Quality Division of Ministry of Health. (2011). Garis Panduan Am Pelabelan Makanan (Bahagian IV, Peraturan-Peraturan Makanan 1985).

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