Europe – EFSA Public Consultation on Safety of CBD as a Novel Food
EFSA Public Consultation on Safety of CBD as a Novel Food The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) is currently holding a public consultation regarding the safety of cannabidiol (CBD) as a Novel Food. This will remain open until October 14th. In the proposed draft statement, EFSA proposes a safe […]
Europe/US – New trade deal introduces 15% tariff on european imports
Recently, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a trade agreement with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, introducing a 15% import tariff on EU goods entering the U.S. market. This follows a similar agreement made by the UK in May, which imposed a 10% tariff on its exports to the U.S. While reaching an agreement […]
Spain – Changes to Labelling Requirements Under Review
Changes to Labelling Requirements Under Review The Spanish Royal Decree on Accessible Labelling – available on the TRIS system under TRIS Notification (2025/0311/ES) – introduces mandatory requirements to ensure that essential consumer products are labelled in formats accessible to people with disabilities, particularly those with visual impairments. The type of products identified as […]
Europe – EU Updates Glossary of Cosmetic Ingredient Names
The European Commission (EU) has published Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2025/1175 in the Official Journal, updating the Glossary of Common Ingredient Names used in cosmetic products. This decision aims to standardise the way cosmetic ingredients are named and identified on product labels, ensuring clarity and consistency across the EU market. The updated Glossary now includes […]
Europe – ECHA added two cosmetic ingredients to Candidate List
Recently, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) added two new substances to the list of chemicals that could potentially be harmful to people or environment: – Decamethyltetrasiloxane – 1,1,1,3,5,5,5-heptamethyl-3-[(trimethylsilyl)oxy]trisiloxane These two chemicals are considered to be “Very persistent and very bioaccumulative” and can be used in cosmetics and personal care products across several categories. From 25th […]
France: Garcinia cambogia withdrawal | Reclassification of CBD as a reproductive toxicant | Revision of MPLs for Vitamins & Minerals
Withdrawal and Recall from the Market Products Containing Garcinia cambogia As of April 18, the sale, importation, and introduction of Food Supplements containing Garcinia cambogia will be suspended in France for 1 year. This decision follows a recommendation from the French National Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational […]
Europe: D-mannose as a Medicinal Product | Spain: New Guidance for Mutual Recognition for Spain | European Commission and Future Actions for Food Labelling
EU: D-mannose Potential to be Re-evaluated as a Medicinal Product A recent legal dispute involving Casella-med GmbH & Co., MCM Klosterfrau, and the Social Competition Association could have significant implications for the legal classification of D-mannose. The dispute centers two products marketed by Casella-med: Femannose (which contains D-mannose and cranberry) […]
Europe – List of botanicals at risk of being banned
Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) Discussions between the European Commission (EC) and Member States about Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) have concluded. EC has confirmed that it has presented a proposal to ban ALA in foods, including Food Supplements. The industry and various trade associations proposed managing the risk of ALA consumption through labelling requirements, as […]
