ANSWER
There are 2 product categories that could match the definition of “Matcha Soy Latte” according to Food Regulations 1985:
– Soya bean milk
– Soya bean drink
Table below gives an overview of the definitions & protein requirements based on the category:
| Category | Definition | Protein Requirement |
| Soya bean milk | Soya bean milk shall be the soft drink made by the extractions of sound bean of the plant Glycine max or from soy flour, soy concentrate or soy isolate of the said bean or a combination of these. | It shall contain not less than 2% w/v of protein |
| Soya bean drink | Soya bean drink shall be the soft drink made by the extractions of sound bean of the plant Glycine max or from soy flour, soy concentrate or soy isolate of the said bean or a combination of these. | It shall contain not less than 1.5% w/v of protein |
Reference
Ministry of Health Malaysia. (2017). Food Regulations 1985.
