This governmental order establishes a binding legal framework mandating that, across the entire Tunisian territory, only iodized salt may be traded for food purposes. The regulation is rooted in public health objectives, aiming to combat iodine deficiency disorders by ensuring that all salt intended for human consumption meets specific iodization standards. The order stipulates that the technical characteristics of iodized salt must be defined by a joint decision of the Ministers of Trade and Public Health, thereby guaranteeing the quality and safety of the product available on the market. The order further obliges all legally authorized concession holders to supply only iodized salt for food use, explicitly prohibiting the distribution of any other type of salt for such purposes. It requires that iodized salt be sold in a pure, unmixed state, packaged in distinctive, sealed, and tamper-proof wrapping, and that its chemical composition remains stable throughout the supply chain, in accordance with the technical specifications set by the relevant authorities. Violations of the provisions of this order are subject to penalties as prescribed by existing legislation, particularly those concerning the suppression of fraud and adulteration of foodstuffs. This regulatory measure marks a significant step in Tunisia’s public health policy, reinforcing the state’s commitment to the prevention of iodine deficiency and the protection of consumer health through the exclusive use of iodized salt in all food-related trade.
Tunisia · 1995-09-04