The Mauritius Food Standards Agency was established to protect the public from risks associated with food consumption through safe and nutritious food while promoting fair competition and trade. The agency is guided by the following principles.

Consumer Protection

We protect consumer’s interests over and above all other interests through the adoption of regulatory measures from farm to fork.

Evidence-Based decision making 

Our decision-making process is based upon documented scientific evidence on issues that matter most to consumers in Mauritius.

Fairness and responsibility

We act fairly and responsibly without placing any excessive burden on the food industry while promoting consumers’ interests.

Impartiality

We cooperate impartially with all stakeholders along the food supply chain.

Transparency

We operate transparently and without any conflict of interest to build trust with all our partners.

Facilitator

We act as a facilitator for ensuring ease of doing business and compliance with regulatory obligations.

Innovation

We are innovative to cope effectively with the dynamism of the food industry.