Malaysia revises the Food Regulations 1985 to include product standards for kelulut honey (kelulut honey)

Core Tip: On August 27, 2025, the Malaysian Ministry of Health issued the "Food Regulations (No. 2) (Amendment) 2025," which will come into effect on March 1, 2026. This regulation introduces a new Section 130A for product standards of Kelulut honey and adds related requirements for Kelulut honey in Appendix XV Microbiological Standards. This amended regulation reflects Malaysia's emphasis on the regulation of Kelulut honey products and provides clear criteria for consumers to identify and use qualified Kelulut honey. Food Partners Network introduces everyone to the unique Kelulut honey.

On August 27, 2025, the Malaysian Ministry of Health issued the "Food Regulations (Amendment No. 2) 2025," which will come into effect on March 1, 2026. This regulation introduces a new Section 130A for the product standards of kelulut honey and adds related requirements for kelulut honey in Appendix XV Microbiological Standards. This amendment reflects Malaysia's emphasis on the regulation of kelulut honey products and provides consumers with clear criteria for identifying and using qualified kelulut honey. Food Partners Network introduces you to the unique kelulut honey. Kelulut honey is a natural sweetener with a specific acidity. It is formed by stingless bees (Meliponini) combining the nectar or plant secretions they collect with their own specific substances, which are then stored in natural propolis honey sacs and matured. The "Food Regulations (Amendment No. 2) 2025" stipulates that kelulut honey must meet the following product standards: (1) The trehalose content in ...