إجراء مقترح من إسرائيل: ملح (بما فيه ملح الطعام والملح المحول طبيعيًا) وكلوريد…

Israeli research indicates a significant iodine deficiency among the Israeli population: approximately 60% of the child population suffers from iodine deficiency, and approximately 85% of pregnant women suffer from iodine deficiency, which may impair the normal development of the fetus. These data require structured, systematic state intervention to prevent and correct iodine deficiency through salt iodization, which is an effective, safe, and agreed-upon method implemented in over 120 countries worldwide. These new regulations prohibit the production or sale of table salt unless an iodine compound has been added, so the iodine content must be between 25 mg and 45 mg per kilogram of salt. It also defines terms, sets labeling requirements, and establishes a mechanism for monitoring implementation. The regulations will enter into force 12 months after publication in Israel's Official Gazette. This period is intended to allow the Israeli salt industry and importers to prepare for implementing the new requirements.