q.s. / QS forkortelse quantum satis
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| Language pair: | Danish to English |
| Definition / notes: | quantum satis, bruges både på engelsk og på dansk ifm tilsætningsstoffer og tekniske hjælpemidler i fødevarer. = tilstrækkelig mængde There are instances in the legislation where no numerical limit is set for additive use. This is because there is no need on safety grounds to set a maximum level. Rather a level of quantum satis (QS) is set. QS is defined in the legislation and means that additives shall be used in the food concerned in accordance with good manufacturing practice. This means that it must not be used at a level higher than is necessary to achieve the intended purpose and must not be used in a way that misleads the consumer. |
| URL: | http://multimedia.food.gov.uk/multimedia/pdfs/guidance/food-additives-legislation-guidance-to-compliance.pdf |
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