Context: The Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC49) Geneva, adopted international standards for Large Cardamom, Coriander, and Vanilla, developed under the India-hosted Codex Committee on Spices and Culinary Herbs (CCSCH).
Explanation
- Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC) is a FAO–WHO joint body that develops science-based international food safety and quality standards.
- It aims to protect consumer health and ensure fair practices in international food trade.
- India hosts the Codex Committee on Spices and Culinary Herbs (CCSCH); the Spices Board acts as its Secretariat.
- Codex Standards harmonise global quality, labelling, sampling and safety requirements, facilitating market access and reducing trade barriers.
- India was also accepted as Co-Chair of the Electronic Working Group (EWG) on risk analysis for new food products, strengthening its role in global food standard-setting.
- The Electronic Working Group (EWG) prepares technical guidance between Codex sessions through virtual collaboration.
- Large Cardamom is indigenous to India’s North-Eastern Himalayas, while India is a leading producer and exporter of Coriander.
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