# São Paulo food safety regulation implementation > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/so-paulo-food-safety-regulation-implementation > Updated: 2026-10-03T05:32:22.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. The state of São Paulo has introduced new sanitary regulations, governed by Portaria CVS nº 3/2026, to enhance food safety and minimize cross-contamination risks in food service establishments such as restaurants, bars, and bakeries. Initial requirements established strict hygiene standards for food handlers, including prohibitions on makeup, artificial nails, and false eyelashes in preparation areas, alongside mandatory technical training. Delivery services were also required to implement tamper-evident seals. A central component of the regulation is the ban on reusable condiment dispensers, such as squeeze bottles for ketchup and mustard. Following a 90-day adaptation period, establishments must provide condiments exclusively in single-use, disposable packaging or factory-sealed sachets. Health officials noted that this measure addresses risks associated with oral secretions and the growth of pathogens like Salmonella and Staphylococcus aureus when shared bottles are left at room temperature. Municipal sanitary surveillance teams are tasked with inspecting businesses to ensure compliance. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-03: São Paulo bans shared condiment bottles in food establishments São Paulo has banned shared condiment squeeze bottles in bars and restaurants to prevent cross-contamination, requiring establishments to use individual portions or sealed sachets instead. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/so-paulo-bans-shared-condiment-bottles-in-food-establishments ### 2026-09-28: São Paulo implements new food safety and hygiene regulations New sanitary rules in São Paulo, effective October 2026, mandate single-use condiment packaging, stricter hygiene for food handlers, and mandatory safety warnings for raw food consumption. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/so-paulo-implements-new-food-safety-and-hygiene-regulations --- Cite as: São Paulo food safety regulation implementation. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/so-paulo-food-safety-regulation-implementation