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Oman takes policy action to combat trans-fatty acids
Oman
World Health Organization. Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean | 21 Aug 2023
In 2022, Oman took action in combatting trans-fatty acids, when it issued a ban on the production, import and/or marketing of partially hydrogenated oils and food products in which these oils are used. The ban was issued by the Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries and Water Resources, and it came into effect on 24 July 2022. The decision was expected, given that the problem of high trans-fatty acid intake among the Omani population was highlighted in the National Nutrition Strategy 2020–2030, where such a measure was also proposed.
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