Natamycin (ICS code: 67.220.20)

Modification to the List of permitted preservatives to extend the use of natamycin. Language(s): English and French. Number of pages:

Health Canada's Food Directorate completed a premarket safety assessment of a food additive submission seeking authorization for the use of natamycin in unstandardized processed cheese products, standardized cream cheeses, unstandardized cream cheese products, ranch-flavoured dressings for salads and ranch-flavoured dips.

The results of the premarket assessment support the safety and efficacy of natamycin for use as a preservative in unstandardized processed cheese products, standardized cream cheeses, unstandardized cream cheese products, ranch-flavoured dressings for salads and ranch-flavoured dips. Consequently, Health Canada has extended the use of natamycin as described in the information document above by modifying the List of permitted preservatives, effective 30 May 2024.

The purpose of this communication is to publicly announce the Department's intention in this regard and to provide the appropriate contact information for those wishing to submit an inquiry or new scientific information relevant to the safety of this food additive.