Study level
BAC +5
ECTS
2 credits
Component
Faculty of Science
Description
This course is designed to familiarize students with the regulations in force in the flavors and fragrances sector. Aspects of labor law will also be covered.
Hourly volumes* :
CM: 20h
Objectives
Acquire regulatory knowledge on the use of additives and other ingredients in the food and fragrance industries. Know the rules of the job market.
Necessary prerequisites
Master 1 ICAP A&P or equivalent training
Knowledge control
100% Final exam (2 sessions)
Syllabus
Course:
Flavor regulations :
- Food law: Codex alimentarius, Community law, French law.
- Quality assurance in industry: ISO standards, HACCP guidelines and Good Practice Guides.
- Food additives: food additives and processing aids, flavorings (INCO Regulation or Regulation 1169/2011/EU).
- Flavour regulations: in accordance with regulation 1334/2008/EC
- Additives regulation: according to regulation 1333/2008/CE
- Chemical risk: Classification and labelling in accordance with CLP or Regulation 1272/2008 + Safety Data Sheet in accordance with REACH.
Fragrance regulations:
General overview of the regulatory environment for fragrances: decision-making bodies, standards and regulations in place. Illustrated by concrete examples of how these rules are applied when a perfume is marketed.
Labor law: General introduction to the law; Conclusion of an employment contract; Performance of an employment contract; Termination of an employment contract.
Further information
Administrative contact(s) :
Secretariat Master Chemistry
https://master-chimie.edu.umontpellier.fr/