Matsikkerhetsloven
Matsikkerhetsloven, also known as the Food Safety Act, is a piece of legislation in Norway that governs the production, handling, and sale of food. Its primary objective is to ensure that food available to consumers is safe and healthy. The law establishes a framework for food businesses to take responsibility for their own food safety and outlines the responsibilities of authorities in overseeing and enforcing these regulations.
The Matsikkerhetsloven covers a broad spectrum of activities, from primary production, such as farming and fishing,
The Norwegian Food Safety Authority (Mattilsynet) is the main body responsible for implementing and enforcing the