Table 4.

. Regulations for the use of silver nanoparticles/nanomaterials in the food and agriculture industry.

Country/Region	Regulatory Body	Food Industry Regulations	Agriculture Regulations	Key Applications	Notes	Reference
United States	FDA, EPA	It requires safety assessments for food contact materials; nanosilver is allowed in antimicrobial packaging.	Regulated under pesticide laws; nanosilver-based fertilizers require EPA approval.	Food packaging, pest control	Emphasis on environmental safety and human health.	(Kumari et al., 2023)
European Union	EFSA, ECHA	Strict limits on nanoparticle size (<10 nm) and concentrations; mandates product labeling.	Controlled under EU pesticide laws; approval is needed for specific uses.	Pesticides, biodegradable coatings	Focus on consumer safety and reducing environmental impact.	(Nielsen et al., 2023; Singh et al., 2024)
Japan	Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare	Requires safety evaluations for novel food additives containing nanoparticles.	Strict pre-approval for agricultural chemicals with nanosilver.	Advanced nanotechnology research	Strong emphasis on innovation and public safety.	Peters et al., 2016)
China	CFSA, Ministry of Agriculture	Mandates detailed safety evaluations; growing interest in regulating nanosilver applications.	Regulated under agricultural safety laws; environmental impact assessments are needed.	Food storage, fertilizers	Rapidly evolving regulations to meet international standards.	(“China Notifies for Safety Evaluation Materials for “Three New Foods” [WWW Document, 2024)
Australia	FSANZ, APVMA	Requires pre-market approval for food products with nanomaterials.	Nanosilver fertilizers are regulated as agricultural chemicals; safety data is required.	Veterinary products, food coatings	Strong focus on consumer and environmental protection.	(“Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority, 2010)