Administrative Order No. 2021-0039. National Policy on the Elimination of Industrially-Produced Trans-Fatty Acids for the Prevention and Control of Non-Communicable Diseases.

The Philippine Department of Health Administrative Order No. 2021-0039 establishes a national policy to eliminate industrially-produced trans-fatty acids (TFA) from the food supply by 2023, aiming to reduce non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and align with World Health Organization (WHO) recommendations. The policy prohibits the production, importation, and sale of partially hydrogenated oils and high-TFA foods, bans misleading TFA-free labeling, and mandates clear nutritional disclosure. It outlines responsibilities for various government agencies, promotes public awareness, supports capacity-building, and sets enforcement roles for the FDA and related bureaus. The order emphasizes multi-sectoral coordination and will take effect 15 days after official publication. The text consists of 8 Articles.