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The changes are a result of factors such as technological advances, new product innovation due to research and development, and the need for aligning national legislation with international standards.

According to health legislation and international standards, dairy products cannot be claimed to be ‘low-fat’ if the total fat content exceeds 1.5% in the case of liquid products, such as milk, or 3% in the case of solid food products. As South Africa is a member of the World Trade Organization and therefore subscribes to the rules of fair international trade, the amendment also prevents possible technical trade barriers.