9.7.2014 SPSFAM Meeting Book

Motion made by Harnly to approve the meeting minutes from August 23, 2013. Second by Mindak. 16 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 abstain. The motion passed.

3. Past Activities

a. Antioxidants

Szpylka, Chair of the Antioxidants Working Group, gave a presentation on activities of the Antioxidant Working Group’s recent activities, including finalization of the Guideline for in Vitro Antioxidant Activity Measurement Methods . 1 Sullivan commended the working group for its efforts which has resulted in three (3) methods for measuring antioxidant activity and suggested deferring the discussion on the future of the working group until the advisory panel agrees on its future priorities and there were no objections.

b. Heavy Metals

Smith of the Heavy Metals Working Group and Expert Review Panel gave an update on SPSFAM Heavy Metals activities. Six methods have been reviewed. Two method authors were asked to submit additional data before the methods can be granted First Action Status. Once that data is received the ERP will reconvene to consider the methods. Konings noted that AOAC 2013.06 was being considered for modification in order to meet the SMPR; however the author has retired so there will be no further work on this method.

4. Food Safety: A New Direction

a. Presentation: Task Force on Prioritization of Business Opportunities

Konings gave a presentation 2 explaining that a task force had been established to help guide the AOAC Board of Directors on new business opportunities. The top three areas identified were dietary supplements, produce, and food safety. It was determined that the SPSFAM should focus on Food Safety. AOAC has engaged with the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) to help identify priority analytical challenges currently faced by the food industry. Konings added that all stakeholders will be given the opportunity to suggest new names for the Stakeholder Panel. Sullivan gave a presentation 3 which had previously been provided to the GFSI. The presentation reviewed AOAC history, organizational affiliates, major standards development projects and a proposed list of analytical challenges related to food safety. Sullivan explained that GFSI representatives suggested that food fraud and adulteration is one of the major priorities and that they want to get involved as soon as this panel can develop a focus on food safety. Discussion on the shift in direction followed. Konings clarified that the specific areas of focus will be determined by both this stakeholder panel as well as the SPSFAM Advisory Panel. b. Presentation: AOAC Background and Standards Development

5. Priorities for Food Safety

1 Appendix A, Antioxidant Activity Working Group 2 Appendix B, Task Force on Prioritization of Business Opportunities 3 Appendix C, AOAC Background and Standards Development

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