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Introduction of maximum levels for 3-MCPD and glycidol, among others, in compound products

The Regulation (EU) 2023/915 lays down maximum levels for certain contaminants in foodstuffs. For vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and other oils of marine origin, there are already maximum levels...

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Introduction of maximum levels for delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol in hemp leaves for infusions

The Regulation (EU) 2023/915 lays down the maximum levels for certain contaminants in foodstuffs, including plant toxins to which tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the main constituent of the hemp plant...

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Classification of the substance recombinant equine chorionic gonadotropin with regard to the maximum residue limit in foodstuffs of animal origin

The annex to Regulation (EU) No 37/2010 lists authorised pharmacologically active veterinary medicinal products and their maximum residue limits in various animal tissues. With the present Regulation...

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Amendment of maximum residue levels for benomyl, carbendazim and thiophanate-methyl

The Regulation (EC) No 396/2005 lays down maximum residue levels of pesticides in or on food and feed of plant and animal origin. The currently applicable maximum levels are listed in Annexes II, III...

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Directive on maximum levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) published

Instructions are binding orders issued by the Federal Office for Food Safety and Veterinary Affairs (Bundesamtes für Lebensmittelsicherheit und Veterinärwesen (BLV)) for the oversight and coordination...

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Effective date of the amended MRLs for the active substances dimoxystrobin, ethephon, and propamocarb

In the referenced article, we provided information about changes to the maximum residue levels (MRLs) of the following active substances: dimoxystrobin, ethephon, and propamocarb. As of 19 August 2026...

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Start of validity of the amended harmonised classification and labelling MRL for the active substances Benfluralin, Benthiavalicarb and Penflufen

In the post below, we informed about the change in the maximum residue levels (MRLs) for the active substances Benfluralin, Benthiavalicarb, and Penflufen. The MRLs for these substances will be set at...

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Introduction of maximum levels for delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol in hemp leaves for infusions planned

Regulation (EU) 2023/915 already establishes maximum levels for delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (∆ 9-THC) in hemp seeds, products made (processed) from them, and hemp seed oil. The present draft seeks to...

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Amendment of maximum residue levels for cyflufenamid, fenazaquin, and nicotine

Regulation (EC) No 396/2005 establishes maximum residue levels (MRLs) for pesticides in or on food and feed of plant and animal origin. The currently applicable maximum levels are listed in Annexes II...

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The transition period for the new regulations under the Contaminants Regulation is coming to an end soon

In the referenced article below, we informed about the amendment of the Contaminants Regulation. The regulation came into force on 1 January 2026. From 1 July 2026, food products may only be...

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Amendment of the maximum residue levels for the plant protection products dimoxystrobin, ethephon and propamocarb

Regulation (EC) No 396/2005 establishes maximum residue levels (MRLs) of pesticides in or on food and feed of plant and animal origin. The currently applicable MRLs are listed in Annexes II, III Part...

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Amendment to the regulation on maximum levels for residues of pharmacologically active substances and feed additives

The regulation on the maximum residue limits for pharmacologically active substances and feed additives in foodstuffs of animal origin (VRLtH) is being amended. The annex of the regulation includes...

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Amendment of the maximum residue levels of the substance fluralaner in foodstuff of animal origin

The annex to Regulation (EU) No 37/2010 lists authorised pharmacologically active veterinary medicinal products and their maximum residue limits in various animal tissues. The substance fluralaner is...

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Introduction of maximum levels for 3-MCPD and glycidol, among others, in composite products planned

There are already maximum levels set for glycidyl fatty acid esters, expressed as glycidol, and for the sum of 3-MCPD and 3-MCPD fatty acid esters, expressed as 3-MCPD, in vegetable oils and fats...

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Correction of the Regulation on reference values for actions regarding prohibited pharmacologically active substances in food of animal origin

The Regulation (EU) 2019/1871 contains reference points for action (RPA) concerning certain prohibited pharmacologically active substances found in foodstuffs of animal origin for which no maximum...

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Amendment to the Ordinance on Maximum Residue Levels for Pharmacologically Active Substances and Feed Additives

The Regulation on the maximum levels for residues of pharmacologically active substances and feed additives in foodstuffs of animal origin (VRLtH) was amended. The amendments concern List 2, which...

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Change in maximum residue limits of veterinary medicinal products in foodstuffs of animal origin

The Annex to Regulation (EU) No 37/2010 lists pharmacologically active substances and their classification regarding maximum residue limits in foodstuffs of animal origin. Ketoprofen is currently...

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Amendment of the Regulation on reference points for action on unauthorised pharmacologically active substances in foodstuffs of animal origin as regards nitrofurans and their metabolites in collagen

Regulation (EU) 2019/1871 contains reference points for action (RWMs) in relation to certain unauthorised pharmacologically active substances contained in food of animal origin for which no maximum...

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Change in the date of validity of the lower maximum levels for ergot and ergot alkaloids

Regulation (EU) 2023/915 sets maximum levels for certain contaminants, including ergot sclerotia and ergot alkaloids, in food. In the article referenced below, we reported on a reduction in the...

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Recommendations for action to minimise ergot and ergot alkaloids in cereals published

From 1 July 2024, lower limits will apply for ergot sclerotia and ergot alkaloids in certain foods. The Max Rubner Institute (MRI) has therefore updated its recommendations for minimising ergot and...

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Reduction of maximum levels of 3-MCPD in infant formula and other speciality foods

Regulation (EU) 2023/915 sets various maximum levels for contaminants in foods. This regulation adjusts the maximum levels for the sum of 3-monochloropropanediol (3-MCPD) and 3-MCPD fatty acid esters...

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Change in maximum residue limits of veterinary medicinal products in foodstuffs of animal origin

The Annex to Regulation (EU) No. 37/2010 lists pharmacologically active substances and their classification regarding maximum residue limits in foodstuffs of animal origin. The substance sodium...

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Change in maximum residue limits of veterinary medicinal products in foodstuffs of animal origin

The Annex to Regulation (EU) No 37/2010 lists pharmacologically active substances and their classification regarding maximum residue limits in foodstuffs of animal origin. The substance ketoprofen is...

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End of the sales period for pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PA) in tea, herbs and food supplements

In the article referenced below, we reported on defining maximum values for pyrrolizidine alkaloids in tea, herbs and food supplements The maximum values have already been in force since 1.7.2022. The...

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Transitional period for the amendment to the Regulation on the maximum levels for pesticide residues ends

In the article referenced below, we reported on the amendment to the maximum levels for pesticide residues in or on products of plant or animal origin. The transitional period ends on 1.1.2024. From 1...

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Maximum residue limits of veterinary medicinal products in foodstuffs of animal origin

Table 1 of the Annex to Regulation (EU) No 37/2010 lists authorised pharmacologically active veterinary medicinal products and their maximum residue limits in various animal tissues. If the assessment...

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Modification of maximum levels of cadmium in tiger nuts and certain cultivated fungi

Regulation (EU) 2023/915 sets various maximum levels for contaminants in foods. In the information letter 2021_223, we informed you about the reduction of the maximum level of cadmium in numerous...

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Amendment to the Regulation on the maximum levels for pesticide residues (VPRH)

The Regulation on maximum levels for pesticide residues in or on products of plant or animal origin will be amended with the aforementioned change in Annex 2 (permitted maximum levels for pesticides)...

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CH

VRLtH: Changes to maximum residue levels of pharmacologically active substances enter into force soon

We reported on changes to and new entries of pharmacologically active substances in foods of animal origin in the article referenced below. The maximum residue levels of the following two substances...

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Amendment to the maximum levels for dioxins and dioxin-like PCBs in foods of animal origin

Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 sets maximum levels for various contaminants in foodstuffs. The maximum levels for dioxins and dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB) will now be amended and extended...

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Update of the EU database and accompanying documents on processing factors for pesticide residues

The concentration of residues of plant protection products may change in these products as a result of various processing processes for agricultural products. Processing factors can be used to...

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EU

Amendment to the Regulation on the maximum levels for pesticide residues (VPRH)

The Regulation on maximum levels for pesticide residues in or on products of plant or animal origin will be amended with the aforementioned change in Annex 2 (permitted maximum levels for pesticides)...

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CH

Maximum levels for THC in hemp seed and products therefrom will enter into force soon

We reported on the new maximum levels for Delta-9-Tetrahydrocannabinol (∆9 -THC) in the article referenced below. The total of ∆9 -THCA and ∆9 - THC is used as maximum values for the maximum content...

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Updated reference points for action for the substances chloramphenicol, malachite green and nitrofuran metabolites valid soon

In the article referenced below, we informed you of the update to reference points for action for residues from certain pharmacologically active substances for which no maximum residue limit has been...

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Maximum levels defined for .9-THC in hemp seeds and products derived therefrom

Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 sets maximum levels for various contaminants in foodstuffs. Maximum levels of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (∆9-THC) equivalents (the sum of ∆9-THC and ∆9-THCA) will now be...

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Aromatic mineral oil hydrocarbons (MOAH) in food: standing committee publishes updated report

In 2020, the European Commission published a common position on the assessment of MOAH in infant and baby foods. The letter included an intervention value of MOAH for infant and baby foods. The report...

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VRLtH: Changes to and new entries of maximum residue levels of pharmacologically active substances and changes to the list of reference points for action

The Regulation on the maximum levels for residues of pharmacologically active substances and feed additives in foodstuffs of animal origin (VRLtH) was amended. The maximum residue levels of two...

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CH

Revision of current guidance values and setting of first maximum levels for acrylamide planned

Regulation (EU) 2017/2158 on the reduction of acrylamide in food contains guidance values for various foods in Annex IV. Now, in addition to introducing guidance values for various other foods such as...

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Maximum levels for pesticide residues: Transitional period extended for radish leaves

We reported on the replacement of Annex I to Regulation (EC) No 396/2005 relating to maximum levels of pesticides in or on food and feed of plant and animal origin. The new assignment of radish leaves...

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Defining maximum values for pyrrolizidine alkaloids in tea, herbs and food supplements

Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 governs maximum levels for various contaminants in foodstuffs. Maximum levels for pyrrolizidine alkaloids in various foodstuffs are now being defined for the first time...

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Updated reference points for action for the substances chloramphenicol, malachite green and nitrofuran metabolites

In addition to residue limits, European law allows reference points for action to be established. Reference points for action are established if no maximum residue limit has been laid down for a...

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