International fungal Norms

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Mold regulations and guidelines

Mold, particularly mycotoxins produced by certain fungi, poses significant health risks. To mitigate these risks, various international and national bodies have established regulations and guidelines. Below is an overview of key global regulations related to mold and mycotoxins.

Regulation (EU) 2023/915

Effective Date: May 25, 2023
Sets maximum levels for contaminants, including mycotoxins, in food products, replacing earlier regulations (EC No. 1881/2006).

ASHRAE Position Document on Limiting Indoor Mold and Dampness in Buildings

Updated: 2021
Provides recommendations for building design and maintenance to limit mold growth.

ANSI/IICRC S520 Standard for Professional Mold Remediation

Latest Edition: 2020
Defines standards for mold assessment and remediation practices.

WHO Guidelines for Indoor Air Quality: Dampness and Mould

Published: 2009
Reviews health problems related to building dampness and microbial growth, offering prevention measures.

EPA Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings

Published: March 2001
Offers practical steps for mold remediation in non-residential settings, focusing on moisture issue responses.

UK Damp and Mould Guidance

Highlights health risks of damp and mold, with recommendations on ventilation and moisture
management.
UKHSA Damp and Mould Information

Health Canada Mold Guidelines

Provides recommendations for assessing and remediating mold in residential and workplace environments.
Health Canada Guidelines

NHMRC Mould Guidelines for Australian Homes

Offers guidance on preventing and managing mold in residential buildings, focusing on moisture control.

Codex Alimentarius International Food Standards

Sets maximum levels for mycotoxins in food and offers codes of practice to prevent contamination.

FDA Mycotoxin Action Levels in Food

Establishes maximum permissible levels for specific mycotoxins, such as aflatoxins, to ensure food safety.
FDA Mycotoxin Information

OSHA Mold Standards

Addresses mold in specific standards for general industry, shipyard employment, and construction.

Japan Food Safety Standards for Mycotoxins

Sets maximum allowable levels for specific mycotoxins like aflatoxins in food.

China’s Maximum Levels for Mycotoxins in Food

Regulates contamination levels to ensure public health and food safety.