Amendment to Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 on rice fermented with red yeast Monascus purpureus

This regulation sets new maximum limits for citrinin, a natural toxin, in food supplements made from red yeast (Monascus purpureus). This aims to ensure consumer safety by controlling the presence of this substance in products derived from fermented rice.

The amendment specifically targets food supplements, affecting manufacturers and consumers of these products. It ensures that these supplements meet updated safety standards regarding citrinin content.