The 8-Step Codex Decision Process
Step 1: The Commission approves a new standard for debate.
Step 2: The first cut of a new standard is drafted.
Step 3: The draft standard is circulated to member governments and relevant international organizations for comment.
Step 4: Member country comments are reviewed and incorporated into the draft standard for discussion.
Step 5: The Commission or its Executive Committee adopts the draft standard.
Step 6: Draft text is circulated to member countries for another round of comment.
Step 7: Amendments are made to the revised draft based on comments received and the proposed standard is referred to the Commission for adoption.
Step 8: At this final stage, member governments have a last opportunity to debate the proposed standard.
Source: http://www.foodsafetycentre.com.au/fsh/fshbull37a.htm
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