The Slovak Codex Alimentarius are the executive regulations of the act on foods (Act no.152/1995) and at present the valid part comprises eight chapters which pertain to general terms, conditions of production and their release into circula- tion. It defines the conditions of food labelling for consumers, microbiological rerquirements, requirements as regards additives, packing and food processing equipment, conditions for using ionizing irradiation of foods, criteria for special foods (infant foods, dietetic foods, food supplements) and also criteria of correct food processing. The Codex Alimentarius is consistent with regulations of the European Union and is an important advance in health protection and promotion of consumers.

        Key words: Codex Alimentarius - food labelling - food processing machines and packing - infant nutrition - food supplements - food additives - correct manufac- turing practice - organization of control and supervision