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Imported Food Surveys
In addition to the routine testing of imported food conducted as part of the Imported Food Inspection Scheme, AQIS conducts additional testing of imported food through survey work. The surveys aim to gather information to inform the risk assessment processes undertaken by Food Standards Australia New Zealand, and to provide data to assist in determining the most appropriate routine testing of imported food.
AQIS, in conjunction with state and territory food regulatory authorities, participate in nationally coordinate surveys under the Implementation Sub Committee (ISC) Food Surveillance Network.
ISC is a sub-committee of the Food Regulation Standing Committee and its role is to develop and oversee a consistent approach across jurisdictions to the implementation and enforcement of food regulations and standards, regardless of whether food is sourced from domestic producers, export registered establishments or from imports.