EU-28: New EU Novel Food Regulation Applicable as of January 1, 2018

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The EU's new Novel Food Regulation 2015/2283 became applicable on January 1, 2018. It introduces a new centralized authorization procedure as well as a fast-track notification procedure for traditional foods from third countries and provides for the establishment of an EU positive list. In December 2017, the European Commission published three implementing regulations establishing the EU list of Novel Foods and setting out administrative and scientific requirements for applications as regards to content, drafting and presentation. 

EU-28: New EU Novel Food Regulation Applicable as of January 1, 2018

Exporting, Regulations & Requirements
Europe and Eurasia, European Union

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