CAC49 Adopts Seven Codex Standards Under India’s Leadership

Exam-focused facts from the 17 July 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

The 49th session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC49) adopted seven Codex standards and guidelines developed under India’s chairmanship and co-chairmanship.
India’s proposal to develop a Codex standard for cashew kernels was approved by CAC49.
CAC49 adopted Codex Standards for dried coriander seeds and fresh curry leaves, both developed under India’s chairmanship.
Five Codex texts developed under India’s co-chairmanship were adopted, including standards for vanilla and large cardamom.
India was elected Co-Chair of the Electronic Working Group on New Food Sources and Production Systems (NFPS) at CAC49.