Although known in principle since the 1900s, that is, shortly after the discovery of x-rays and
radioactivity, food irradiation by x-and γ-rays or by electron beam has been introduced only …

At the workshop for Health Impact, Identification, and Dosimetry of Irradiated Foods
convened by the WHO in November 1986 in Munich, it was concluded that''in principle some …

It seems that the consumer acceptance of irradiated foods goes through the capacity of
laboratories to facilitate control of the trade and detect if a product without labeling has been …

[en] All countries whether in favour of irradiation of foodstuffs or not would like to develop a
test for irradiated food. A test should involve at least three stages. Firstly it should be …

The public has demanded that irradiated foods must be clearly labelled so that free choice
can be exercised at the time of purchase. Requirements covering labelling are embodied in …

In a number of countries irradiated food is currently not permitted on the market. On the other
hand, increasing numbers of permits allowing the use of ionizing radiation in certain areas of …

It seems that the consumer acceptance of irradiated foods goes through the capacity of
laboratories to facilitate control of the trade and detect if a product without labeling has been …

produced in nuclear reactors. This was the beginning of the development of experimental
and technological studies on irradiated foods. 2 The important question that immediately …

[en] Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) is a generally accepted principle combining
several features in order to achieve the optimal quality. In other words, GMP is observed if …

For many years authorities have been concerned about irradiated food being on the market
without clearance and appropriate approval. Now, while the practical utilization of radiation …