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Feed/RSP1997/2570(RSP)Health & Social

Novel foods and novel food ingredients

COMCMT1R-EP1R-C2R-EPCNCADO
Updated 354mo ago
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This procedure focuses on the regulation of 'novel foods,' which are ingredients or food products that were not commonly consumed in the EU before 1997. It aims to ensure that new food sources, such as lab-grown proteins or exotic botanicals, are safe for human consumption before they enter the market.

This affects food producers, biotech companies, and consumers. It ensures that any new food ingredient undergoes a rigorous safety assessment to protect public health.