Which rules apply to packaged food and beverages?

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 0.4 mg/kg (content basis)

Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.

Food category (contaminant tables): Fruiting vegetables [EU:3.6.3]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.6.3 · Fruiting vegetables · 0,40 · The maximum level applies to the wet weight. The maximum level applies after washing and separating the edible part.

Annex I rows, point 3.6.3: Fruiting vegetables — Nickel · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 0.5 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Brassica vegetables [EU:3.6.4]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.6.4 · Brassica vegetables · 0,50 · The maximum level applies to the wet weight. The maximum level applies after washing and separating the edible part.

Annex I rows, point 3.6.4: Brassica vegetables — Nickel · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 0.5 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Leafy vegetables except products listed in 3.6.5.2 [EU:3.6.5.1]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.6.5.1 · Leafy vegetables except products listed in 3.6.5.2 · 0,50

Annex I rows, point 3.6.5.1: Leafy vegetables > Leafy vegetables except products listed in 3.6.5.2 — Nickel · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 1.2 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Fresh herbs [EU:3.6.5.2]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.6.5.2 · Fresh herbs · 1,2

Annex I rows, point 3.6.5.2: Leafy vegetables > Fresh herbs — Nickel · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 1 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Legume vegetables except products listed in 3.6.6.2 [EU:3.6.6.1]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.6.6.1 · Legume vegetables except products listed in 3.6.6.2 · 1,0

Annex I rows, point 3.6.6.1: Legume vegetables > Legume vegetables except products listed in 3.6.6.2 — Nickel · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 6 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Soy beans / edamame (Glycine max) [EU:3.6.6.2]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.6.6.2 · Soy beans / edamame (Glycine max) · 6,0

Annex I rows, point 3.6.6.2: Legume vegetables > Soy beans / edamame (Glycine max) — Nickel · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 0.4 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Stem vegetables [EU:3.6.7]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.6.7 · Stem vegetables · 0,40 · The maximum level applies to the wet weight. The maximum level applies after washing and separating the edible part.

Annex I rows, point 3.6.7: Stem vegetables — Nickel · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 30 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Seaweed except products listed in 3.6.8.2 [EU:3.6.8.1]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.6.8.1 · Seaweed except products listed in 3.6.8.2 · 30

Annex I rows, point 3.6.8.1: Seaweed > Seaweed except products listed in 3.6.8.2 — Nickel · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 40 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Wakame [EU:3.6.8.2]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.6.8.2 · Wakame · 40

Annex I rows, point 3.6.8.2: Seaweed > Wakame — Nickel · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 4 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Pulses except products listed in 3.6.9.2 [EU:3.6.9.1]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.6.9.1 · Pulses except products listed in 3.6.9.2 · 4,0

Annex I rows, point 3.6.9.1: Pulses > Pulses except products listed in 3.6.9.2 — Nickel · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 12 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Dry beans and dry lupins / lupini beans [EU:3.6.9.2]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.6.9.2 · Dry beans and dry lupins / lupini beans · 12

Annex I rows, point 3.6.9.2: Pulses > Dry beans and dry lupins / lupini beans — Nickel · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 0.15 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Non-parboiled milled rice (polished or white rice) [EU:3.4.1.1]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.4.1.1 · Non-parboiled milled rice (polished or white rice) · 0,15

Annex I rows, point 3.4.1.1: Cereals and cereal based products > Non-parboiled milled rice (polished or white rice) — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 0.25 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Parboiled rice and husked rice [EU:3.4.1.2]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.4.1.2 · Parboiled rice and husked rice · 0,25

Annex I rows, point 3.4.1.2: Cereals and cereal based products > Parboiled rice and husked rice — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 0.25 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Rice flour [EU:3.4.1.3]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.4.1.3 · Rice flour · 0,25

Annex I rows, point 3.4.1.3: Cereals and cereal based products > Rice flour — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 0.3 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Rice waffles, rice wafers, rice crackers, rice cakes, rice flakes and popped breakfast rice [EU:3.4.1.4]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.4.1.4 · Rice waffles, rice wafers, rice crackers, rice cakes, rice flakes and popped breakfast rice · 0,30

Annex I rows, point 3.4.1.4: Cereals and cereal based products > Rice waffles, rice wafers, rice crackers, rice cakes, rice flakes and popped breakfast rice — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 0.1 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Rice destined for the production of food for infants and young children [EU:3.4.1.5]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.4.1.5 · Rice destined for the production of food for infants and young children · 0,10

Annex I rows, point 3.4.1.5: Cereals and cereal based products > Rice destined for the production of food for infants and young children — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 0.03 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Non-alcoholic rice-based drinks [EU:3.4.1.6]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.4.1.6 · Non-alcoholic rice-based drinks · 0,030

Annex I rows, point 3.4.1.6: Cereals and cereal based products > Non-alcoholic rice-based drinks — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 0.02 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Infant formulae, follow-on formulae and food for special medical purposes intended for infants and young children and young child formulae placed on the market as powder [EU:3.4.2.1]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.4.2.1 · placed on the market as powder · 0,020

Annex I rows, point 3.4.2.1: Infant formulae, follow-on formulae and food for special medical purposes intended for infants and young children and young child formulae > placed on the market as powder — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 0.01 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Infant formulae, follow-on formulae and food for special medical purposes intended for infants and young children and young child formulae placed on the market as liquid [EU:3.4.2.2]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.4.2.2 · placed on the market as liquid · 0,010

Annex I rows, point 3.4.2.2: Infant formulae, follow-on formulae and food for special medical purposes intended for infants and young children and young child formulae > placed on the market as liquid — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 0.02 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Baby food [EU:3.4.3]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.4.3 · Baby food · 0,020 · The maximum level applies to the product as placed on the market.

Annex I rows, point 3.4.3: Baby food — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 0.02 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Fruit juices, concentrated fruit juices as reconstituted and fruit nectars [EU:3.4.4]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.4.4 · Fruit juices, concentrated fruit juices as reconstituted and fruit nectars · 0,020

Annex I rows, point 3.4.4: Fruit juices, concentrated fruit juices as reconstituted and fruit nectars — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 0.1 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Species other than those listed under 3.4.5.2 [EU:3.4.5.1]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.4.5.1 · Species other than those listed under 3.4.5.2 · 0,10

Annex I rows, point 3.4.5.1: Muscle meat of the following fish > Species other than those listed under 3.4.5.2 — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 0.5 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Anglerfish, monkfish and giant stargazer (Lophius species; Kathetostoma giganteum), flatfishes (Pleuronectiformes species), haddock (Melanogrammus aeglefinus), herring (Clupea species), ray (Rajidae species) and shark (all species). [EU:3.4.5.2]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.4.5.2 · Anglerfish, monkfish and giant stargazer (Lophius species; Kathetostoma giganteum), flatfishes (Pleuronectiformes species), haddock (Melanogrammus aeglefinus), herring (Clupea species), ray (Rajidae species) and shark (all species). · 0,50

Annex I rows, point 3.4.5.2: Muscle meat of the following fish > Anglerfish, monkfish and giant stargazer (Lophius species; Kathetostoma giganteum), flatfishes (Pleuronectiformes species), haddock (Melanogrammus aeglefinus), herring (Clupea species), ray (Rajidae species) and shark (all species). — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 0.1 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura), prawn and shrimps (all species). [EU:3.4.6.1]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.4.6.1 · Crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura), prawn and shrimps (all species). · 0,10

Annex I rows, point 3.4.6.1: Crustaceans > Crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura), prawn and shrimps (all species). — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Limit 0.2 mg/kg (content basis)

Food category (contaminant tables): Crustaceans other than those listed under 3.4.6.1 and 3.4.6.3. [EU:3.4.6.2]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023

Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

From the consolidated text: 3.4.6.2 · Crustaceans other than those listed under 3.4.6.1 and 3.4.6.3. · 0,20

Annex I rows, point 3.4.6.2: Crustaceans > Crustaceans other than those listed under 3.4.6.1 and 3.4.6.3. — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17

Limit
Nickel (Metallic) (CAS 7440-02-0)
Limit 0.4 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Fruiting vegetables [EU:3.6.3]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.6.3 · Fruiting vegetables · 0,40 · The maximum level applies to the wet weight. The maximum level applies after washing and separating the edible part.
Annex I rows, point 3.6.3: Fruiting vegetables — Nickel · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Nickel (Metallic) (CAS 7440-02-0)
Limit 0.5 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Brassica vegetables [EU:3.6.4]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.6.4 · Brassica vegetables · 0,50 · The maximum level applies to the wet weight. The maximum level applies after washing and separating the edible part.
Annex I rows, point 3.6.4: Brassica vegetables — Nickel · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Nickel (Metallic) (CAS 7440-02-0)
Limit 0.5 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Leafy vegetables except products listed in 3.6.5.2 [EU:3.6.5.1]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.6.5.1 · Leafy vegetables except products listed in 3.6.5.2 · 0,50
Annex I rows, point 3.6.5.1: Leafy vegetables > Leafy vegetables except products listed in 3.6.5.2 — Nickel · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Nickel (Metallic) (CAS 7440-02-0)
Limit 1.2 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Fresh herbs [EU:3.6.5.2]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.6.5.2 · Fresh herbs · 1,2
Annex I rows, point 3.6.5.2: Leafy vegetables > Fresh herbs — Nickel · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Nickel (Metallic) (CAS 7440-02-0)
Limit 1 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Legume vegetables except products listed in 3.6.6.2 [EU:3.6.6.1]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.6.6.1 · Legume vegetables except products listed in 3.6.6.2 · 1,0
Annex I rows, point 3.6.6.1: Legume vegetables > Legume vegetables except products listed in 3.6.6.2 — Nickel · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Nickel (Metallic) (CAS 7440-02-0)
Limit 6 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Soy beans / edamame (Glycine max) [EU:3.6.6.2]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.6.6.2 · Soy beans / edamame (Glycine max) · 6,0
Annex I rows, point 3.6.6.2: Legume vegetables > Soy beans / edamame (Glycine max) — Nickel · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Nickel (Metallic) (CAS 7440-02-0)
Limit 0.4 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Stem vegetables [EU:3.6.7]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.6.7 · Stem vegetables · 0,40 · The maximum level applies to the wet weight. The maximum level applies after washing and separating the edible part.
Annex I rows, point 3.6.7: Stem vegetables — Nickel · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Nickel (Metallic) (CAS 7440-02-0)
Limit 30 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Seaweed except products listed in 3.6.8.2 [EU:3.6.8.1]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.6.8.1 · Seaweed except products listed in 3.6.8.2 · 30
Annex I rows, point 3.6.8.1: Seaweed > Seaweed except products listed in 3.6.8.2 — Nickel · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Nickel (Metallic) (CAS 7440-02-0)
Limit 40 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Wakame [EU:3.6.8.2]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.6.8.2 · Wakame · 40
Annex I rows, point 3.6.8.2: Seaweed > Wakame — Nickel · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Nickel (Metallic) (CAS 7440-02-0)
Limit 4 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Pulses except products listed in 3.6.9.2 [EU:3.6.9.1]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.6.9.1 · Pulses except products listed in 3.6.9.2 · 4,0
Annex I rows, point 3.6.9.1: Pulses > Pulses except products listed in 3.6.9.2 — Nickel · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Nickel (Metallic) (CAS 7440-02-0)
Limit 12 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Dry beans and dry lupins / lupini beans [EU:3.6.9.2]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.6.9.2 · Dry beans and dry lupins / lupini beans · 12
Annex I rows, point 3.6.9.2: Pulses > Dry beans and dry lupins / lupini beans — Nickel · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Arsenic (measured as As2O3) (CAS 7440-38-2)
Limit 0.15 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Non-parboiled milled rice (polished or white rice) [EU:3.4.1.1]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.4.1.1 · Non-parboiled milled rice (polished or white rice) · 0,15
Annex I rows, point 3.4.1.1: Cereals and cereal based products > Non-parboiled milled rice (polished or white rice) — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Arsenic (measured as As2O3) (CAS 7440-38-2)
Limit 0.25 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Parboiled rice and husked rice [EU:3.4.1.2]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.4.1.2 · Parboiled rice and husked rice · 0,25
Annex I rows, point 3.4.1.2: Cereals and cereal based products > Parboiled rice and husked rice — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Arsenic (measured as As2O3) (CAS 7440-38-2)
Limit 0.25 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Rice flour [EU:3.4.1.3]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.4.1.3 · Rice flour · 0,25
Annex I rows, point 3.4.1.3: Cereals and cereal based products > Rice flour — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Arsenic (measured as As2O3) (CAS 7440-38-2)
Limit 0.3 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Rice waffles, rice wafers, rice crackers, rice cakes, rice flakes and popped breakfast rice [EU:3.4.1.4]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.4.1.4 · Rice waffles, rice wafers, rice crackers, rice cakes, rice flakes and popped breakfast rice · 0,30
Annex I rows, point 3.4.1.4: Cereals and cereal based products > Rice waffles, rice wafers, rice crackers, rice cakes, rice flakes and popped breakfast rice — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Arsenic (measured as As2O3) (CAS 7440-38-2)
Limit 0.1 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Rice destined for the production of food for infants and young children [EU:3.4.1.5]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.4.1.5 · Rice destined for the production of food for infants and young children · 0,10
Annex I rows, point 3.4.1.5: Cereals and cereal based products > Rice destined for the production of food for infants and young children — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Arsenic (measured as As2O3) (CAS 7440-38-2)
Limit 0.03 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Non-alcoholic rice-based drinks [EU:3.4.1.6]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.4.1.6 · Non-alcoholic rice-based drinks · 0,030
Annex I rows, point 3.4.1.6: Cereals and cereal based products > Non-alcoholic rice-based drinks — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Arsenic (measured as As2O3) (CAS 7440-38-2)
Limit 0.02 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Infant formulae, follow-on formulae and food for special medical purposes intended for infants and young children and young child formulae placed on the market as powder [EU:3.4.2.1]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.4.2.1 · placed on the market as powder · 0,020
Annex I rows, point 3.4.2.1: Infant formulae, follow-on formulae and food for special medical purposes intended for infants and young children and young child formulae > placed on the market as powder — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Arsenic (measured as As2O3) (CAS 7440-38-2)
Limit 0.01 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Infant formulae, follow-on formulae and food for special medical purposes intended for infants and young children and young child formulae placed on the market as liquid [EU:3.4.2.2]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.4.2.2 · placed on the market as liquid · 0,010
Annex I rows, point 3.4.2.2: Infant formulae, follow-on formulae and food for special medical purposes intended for infants and young children and young child formulae > placed on the market as liquid — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Arsenic (measured as As2O3) (CAS 7440-38-2)
Limit 0.02 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Baby food [EU:3.4.3]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.4.3 · Baby food · 0,020 · The maximum level applies to the product as placed on the market.
Annex I rows, point 3.4.3: Baby food — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Arsenic (measured as As2O3) (CAS 7440-38-2)
Limit 0.02 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Fruit juices, concentrated fruit juices as reconstituted and fruit nectars [EU:3.4.4]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.4.4 · Fruit juices, concentrated fruit juices as reconstituted and fruit nectars · 0,020
Annex I rows, point 3.4.4: Fruit juices, concentrated fruit juices as reconstituted and fruit nectars — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Arsenic (measured as As2O3) (CAS 7440-38-2)
Limit 0.1 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Species other than those listed under 3.4.5.2 [EU:3.4.5.1]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.4.5.1 · Species other than those listed under 3.4.5.2 · 0,10
Annex I rows, point 3.4.5.1: Muscle meat of the following fish > Species other than those listed under 3.4.5.2 — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Arsenic (measured as As2O3) (CAS 7440-38-2)
Limit 0.5 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Anglerfish, monkfish and giant stargazer (Lophius species; Kathetostoma giganteum), flatfishes (Pleuronectiformes species), haddock (Melanogrammus aeglefinus), herring (Clupea species), ray (Rajidae species) and shark (all species). [EU:3.4.5.2]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.4.5.2 · Anglerfish, monkfish and giant stargazer (Lophius species; Kathetostoma giganteum), flatfishes (Pleuronectiformes species), haddock (Melanogrammus aeglefinus), herring (Clupea species), ray (Rajidae species) and shark (all species). · 0,50
Annex I rows, point 3.4.5.2: Muscle meat of the following fish > Anglerfish, monkfish and giant stargazer (Lophius species; Kathetostoma giganteum), flatfishes (Pleuronectiformes species), haddock (Melanogrammus aeglefinus), herring (Clupea species), ray (Rajidae species) and shark (all species). — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Arsenic (measured as As2O3) (CAS 7440-38-2)
Limit 0.1 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura), prawn and shrimps (all species). [EU:3.4.6.1]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.4.6.1 · Crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura), prawn and shrimps (all species). · 0,10
Annex I rows, point 3.4.6.1: Crustaceans > Crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura), prawn and shrimps (all species). — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Arsenic (measured as As2O3) (CAS 7440-38-2)
Limit 0.2 mg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
Applies when
Food category (contaminant tables): Crustaceans other than those listed under 3.4.6.1 and 3.4.6.3. [EU:3.4.6.2]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Effective
In force since 25 May 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 May 2023
Art. 11: in force 25 May 2023 (computed from the OJ date in the published text); level changes dated in the row are applied as written.
Source
From the consolidated text: 3.4.6.2 · Crustaceans other than those listed under 3.4.6.1 and 3.4.6.3. · 0,20
Annex I rows, point 3.4.6.2: Crustaceans > Crustaceans other than those listed under 3.4.6.1 and 3.4.6.3. — Arsenic · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)

Great Britain (England, Scotland, Wales)2,909 rulesMain sources, from 13 Nov 2025

Japan30 rulesMain sources, from 1 Apr 2026

South Korea371 rulesMain sources, from 8 Oct 2026

Gaps

Markets without rules for this category

We have no rules for this category in these markets. That doesn't mean none apply, so a check here says Not covered, never clear.

ClaraDB gives a verdict only for PFAS state laws for cookware and bakeware, California Proposition 65 consumer-product warning check for BPA, BPS, formaldehyde, styrene, antimony trioxide, vinyl acetate, lead and cadmium, California Proposition 65 warning check for candles and ceramicware (lead, cadmium, formaldehyde, acetaldehyde, benzene, naphthalene, carbon monoxide, benzo[a]pyrene), US packaging EPR producer size thresholds (California, Colorado, Maryland, Minnesota, Oregon, Washington) for a brand-owning manufacturer, US lead in children's products and furniture (lead paint and total lead content), US lead in toys and child care articles (lead paint and total lead content), US lead in children's products (other) and bags (lead paint and total lead content), US phthalates in children's toys and child care articles (DEHP, DBP, BBP, DINP, DIBP, DPENP, DHEXP, DCHP) and US children's product certificate and tracking label for children's tableware (AI-checked, quotes verified word for word). Every other answer shows the laws and quotes found without saying whether they apply. Not checked: Consumer electronics (FCC equipment authorization, 47 CFR Parts 2 and 15, energy rules). What ClaraDB has checked

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Market

Coverage

New Jersey (US state)

Main sources; no modeled rule is scoped to this category. Not covered: other rules that may apply.

New Mexico (US state)

Main sources; no modeled rule is scoped to this category. Not covered: other rules that may apply.

New Jersey (US state)
Coverage
Main sources; no modeled rule is scoped to this category. Not covered: other rules that may apply.
New Mexico (US state)
Coverage
Main sources; no modeled rule is scoped to this category. Not covered: other rules that may apply.

Facts

What we need to know about your product

Some rules depend on details of your product. Until you tell us, a check says Needs answers and asks for what's missing.

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Depends on

Markets

Rules

Whether the listed substance or group is present

EU, GB, US, US-CA, US-VT

7,504

Eu food category code

EU, GB

5,149

Number of employees at the seller

US-CA

972

Contaminant food category

EU, GB

804

Sold prepacked

EU, GB, JP, KR, US

161

Economic operator role

EU, GB, JP, KR, US

Imported

EU, GB, JP, KR, US

Allergens present

EU, GB, JP, KR, US

Special storage required

EU, GB, JP, KR

Glass bottle reusable unlabelled

EU, GB

Contains gmo

JP, KR

Component content declared

Precaution statement required

Operates food facility

EU, GB, JP, US

Jp processed food

Jp general use food

List of ingredients present

EU, GB

Materials

Irradiated

EU, GB, KR, US

Beverage

EU, GB

Annex ix sold by number or loss

EU, GB

Prepacked for direct sale

Facility registration exempt

Frozen

Qualified facility

Facility registration required

Annual gross revenue usd

US-CO, US-MD, US-MN, US-OR, US-WA

Contains glycyrrhizinic acid

EU, GB

Liquorice in name or ingredients

EU, GB

Sweeteners present

EU, GB

Small package area cm2

EU, GB

Whether it is sold online

EU, GB

Name of food refers to allergen

EU, GB

Use difficult without instructions

EU, GB

Alcohol abv

EU, GB

Annex v exempt product

EU, GB

Offered by distance communication

Aspartame present

EU, GB, KR

Food additive present

EU, GB, JP

Oem consignment manufactured

Added polyols over 10 percent

EU, GB

Caffeine mg per l

EU, GB

Engineered nanomaterial ingredient

EU, GB

Refrigerated

EU, GB

Post opening storage appropriate

EU, GB

Label implies different origin

EU, GB

Country of origin stated

EU, GB

Operator knows noncompliant

EU, GB

Chemical detoxification applied

EU, GB

Jp annex 20 food

Jp permit business type

Canned or bottled

Distributed in exporting country

Restaurant or retail service

Coating type

Sorting destined lot

Contains meat

Schedule 3 food

Oral disclosure intended

Gmo annex 17 ingredient

Additive undesignated

Sulfiting agent added

Nutrition claim

Chemical preservative added

Imitation food claim

Gluten free claim

Direct additive used

Ca gross sales usd

US-CA

Packaging tons co

US-CO

Packaging tons md

US-MD

Packaging tons mn

US-MN

Packaging tonnes or

US-OR

Fluorine treated container

US-VT

Packaging tons wa

US-WA

Whether the listed substance or group is present
Markets
EU, GB, US, US-CA, US-VT
Rules
7,504
Eu food category code
Markets
EU, GB
Rules
5,149
Number of employees at the seller
Markets
US-CA
Rules
972
Contaminant food category
Markets
EU, GB
Rules
804
Sold prepacked
Markets
EU, GB, JP, KR, US
Rules
161
Economic operator role
Markets
EU, GB, JP, KR, US
Rules
50
Imported
Markets
EU, GB, JP, KR, US
Rules
41
Allergens present
Markets
EU, GB, JP, KR, US
Rules
36
Special storage required
Markets
EU, GB, JP, KR
Rules
35
Glass bottle reusable unlabelled
Markets
EU, GB
Rules
32
Contains gmo
Markets
JP, KR
Rules
31
Component content declared
Markets
KR
Rules
28
Precaution statement required
Markets
KR
Rules
28
Operates food facility
Markets
EU, GB, JP, US
Rules
25
Jp processed food
Markets
JP
Rules
18
Jp general use food
Markets
JP
Rules
18
List of ingredients present
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EU, GB
Rules
11
Materials
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US
Rules
11
Irradiated
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EU, GB, KR, US
Rules
10
Beverage
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EU, GB
Rules
8
Annex ix sold by number or loss
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EU, GB
Rules
8
Prepacked for direct sale
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GB
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6
Facility registration exempt
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US
Rules
6
Frozen
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KR
Rules
5
Qualified facility
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US
Rules
5
Facility registration required
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US
Rules
5
Annual gross revenue usd
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US-CO, US-MD, US-MN, US-OR, US-WA
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5
Contains glycyrrhizinic acid
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EU, GB
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4
Liquorice in name or ingredients
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EU, GB
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4
Sweeteners present
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EU, GB
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4
Small package area cm2
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EU, GB
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4
Whether it is sold online
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EU, GB
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4
Name of food refers to allergen
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EU, GB
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4
Use difficult without instructions
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EU, GB
Rules
4
Alcohol abv
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EU, GB
Rules
4
Annex v exempt product
Markets
EU, GB
Rules
4
Offered by distance communication
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GB
Rules
4
Aspartame present
Markets
EU, GB, KR
Rules
3
Food additive present
Markets
EU, GB, JP
Rules
3
Oem consignment manufactured
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KR
Rules
3
Added polyols over 10 percent
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EU, GB
Rules
2
Caffeine mg per l
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EU, GB
Rules
2
Engineered nanomaterial ingredient
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EU, GB
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2
Refrigerated
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EU, GB
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2
Post opening storage appropriate
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EU, GB
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2
Label implies different origin
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EU, GB
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2
Country of origin stated
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EU, GB
Rules
2
Operator knows noncompliant
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EU, GB
Rules
2
Chemical detoxification applied
Markets
EU, GB
Rules
2
Jp annex 20 food
Markets
JP
Rules
2
Jp permit business type
Markets
JP
Rules
2
Canned or bottled
Markets
KR
Rules
2
Distributed in exporting country
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KR
Rules
2
Restaurant or retail service
Markets
US
Rules
2
Coating type
Markets
US
Rules
2
Sorting destined lot
Markets
EU
Rules
1
Contains meat
Markets
GB
Rules
1
Schedule 3 food
Markets
GB
Rules
1
Oral disclosure intended
Markets
GB
Rules
1
Gmo annex 17 ingredient
Markets
JP
Rules
1
Additive undesignated
Markets
JP
Rules
1
Sulfiting agent added
Markets
US
Rules
1
Nutrition claim
Markets
US
Rules
1
Chemical preservative added
Markets
US
Rules
1
Imitation food claim
Markets
US
Rules
1
Gluten free claim
Markets
US
Rules
1
Direct additive used
Markets
US
Rules
1
Ca gross sales usd
Markets
US-CA
Rules
1
Packaging tons co
Markets
US-CO
Rules
1
Packaging tons md
Markets
US-MD
Rules
1
Packaging tons mn
Markets
US-MN
Rules
1
Packaging tonnes or
Markets
US-OR
Rules
1
Fluorine treated container
Markets
US-VT
Rules
1
Packaging tons wa
Markets
US-WA
Rules
1

Changes

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Requirement

Applies when

Effective

Source

WarningUS-CA

N-Methyl-N-Formylhydrazine (CAS 758-17-8)

Warning required when exposure exceeds the threshold (no NSRL listed for this row)

This product can expose you to N-Methyl-N-Formylhydrazine, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Exemptions (1)

No warning is required where the exposure poses no significant risk of cancer (at or below the NSRL).

a warning is not required if the business causing the exposure can demonstrate that the exposure occurs at a level that poses “no significant risk

Appendix A (summary), Exposures that pose no significant risk of cancer (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-08California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)

Official text, current to 31 Jul 2026. OEHHA's own Prop 65 list (XLSX), list dated July 31, 2026.

Seller has 10 or more employees
Your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to this chemical

Depends on: number of employees at the seller

Takes effect 8 Dec 2026

Applies to products sold on or after 8 Dec 2026

Listed 2025-12-08 (cancer). Grace period: "Proposition 65 warning requirements do not apply until 12 months after the chemical has been listed" (Appendix A); listing date plus 12 months.

Chemical: N-Methyl-N-Formylhydrazine
Type of toxicity: cancer
Listed by: the State's Qualified Experts (SQE)
CAS No.: 758-17-8
Date listed: 8 Dec 2025

Prop 65 list row: N-Methyl-N-Formylhydrazine · fetched 2026-10-08

Bisphenol S (BPS) (CAS 80-09-1)

WarningUS-CA

Warning required when exposure exceeds the threshold (no MADL listed for this row)

This product can expose you to Bisphenol S (BPS), which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Exemptions (1)

No warning is required for a reproductive toxicant where the exposure will produce no observable effect at 1,000 times the level in question (at or below the MADL).

“a warning is not required if the business causing the exposure can demonstrate that the exposure will produce no observable effect, even at 1,000 times the level in question.”

Appendix A (summary), Exposures that will produce no observable reproductive effect (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-08California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)

Official text, current to 31 Jul 2026. OEHHA's own Prop 65 list (XLSX), list dated July 31, 2026.

Seller has 10 or more employees
Your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to this chemical

Depends on: number of employees at the seller

Takes effect 8 Dec 2026

Applies to products sold on or after 8 Dec 2026

Listed 2025-12-08 (developmental). Grace period: "Proposition 65 warning requirements do not apply until 12 months after the chemical has been listed" (Appendix A); listing date plus 12 months.

Chemical: Bisphenol S (BPS)
Type of toxicity: developmental toxicity
Listed by: the State's Qualified Experts (SQE)
CAS No.: 80-09-1
Date listed: 8 Dec 2025

Prop 65 list row: Bisphenol S (BPS) · fetched 2026-10-08

Tacrolimus (CAS 104987-11-3)

WarningUS-CA

Warning required when exposure exceeds the threshold (no NSRL listed for this row)

This product can expose you to Tacrolimus, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Exemptions (1)

No warning is required where the exposure poses no significant risk of cancer (at or below the NSRL).

a warning is not required if the business causing the exposure can demonstrate that the exposure occurs at a level that poses “no significant risk

Appendix A (summary), Exposures that pose no significant risk of cancer (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-08California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)

Official text, current to 31 Jul 2026. OEHHA's own Prop 65 list (XLSX), list dated July 31, 2026.

Seller has 10 or more employees
Your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to this chemical

Depends on: number of employees at the seller

Takes effect 17 Jul 2027

Applies to products sold on or after 17 Jul 2027

Listed 2026-07-17 (cancer). Grace period: "Proposition 65 warning requirements do not apply until 12 months after the chemical has been listed" (Appendix A); listing date plus 12 months.

Chemical: Tacrolimus
Type of toxicity: cancer
Listed by: the Labor Code (LC)
CAS No.: 104987-11-3
Date listed: 17 Jul 2026

Prop 65 list row: Tacrolimus · fetched 2026-10-08

WarningUS-CA

Hydrochlorothiazide

Warning required when exposure exceeds the threshold (no NSRL listed for this row)

This product can expose you to Hydrochlorothiazide, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Exemptions (1)

No warning is required where the exposure poses no significant risk of cancer (at or below the NSRL).

a warning is not required if the business causing the exposure can demonstrate that the exposure occurs at a level that poses “no significant risk

Appendix A (summary), Exposures that pose no significant risk of cancer (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-08California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)

Official text, current to 31 Jul 2026. OEHHA's own Prop 65 list (XLSX), list dated July 31, 2026.

Seller has 10 or more employees
Your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to this chemical

Depends on: number of employees at the seller

Takes effect 17 Jul 2027

Applies to products sold on or after 17 Jul 2027

Listed 2026-07-17 (cancer). Grace period: "Proposition 65 warning requirements do not apply until 12 months after the chemical has been listed" (Appendix A); listing date plus 12 months.

Chemical: Hydrochlorothiazide
Type of toxicity: cancer
Listed by: the Labor Code (LC)
CAS No.: 58-93-5; 125727-50-6; 8049-49-8
Date listed: 17 Jul 2026

Prop 65 list row: Hydrochlorothiazide · fetched 2026-10-08

WarningUS-CA

Voriconazole

Warning required when exposure exceeds the threshold (no NSRL listed for this row)

This product can expose you to Voriconazole, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Exemptions (1)

No warning is required where the exposure poses no significant risk of cancer (at or below the NSRL).

a warning is not required if the business causing the exposure can demonstrate that the exposure occurs at a level that poses “no significant risk

Appendix A (summary), Exposures that pose no significant risk of cancer (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-08California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)

Official text, current to 31 Jul 2026. OEHHA's own Prop 65 list (XLSX), list dated July 31, 2026.

Seller has 10 or more employees
Your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to this chemical

Depends on: number of employees at the seller

Takes effect 17 Jul 2027

Applies to products sold on or after 17 Jul 2027

Listed 2026-07-17 (cancer). Grace period: "Proposition 65 warning requirements do not apply until 12 months after the chemical has been listed" (Appendix A); listing date plus 12 months.

Chemical: Voriconazole
Type of toxicity: cancer
Listed by: the Labor Code (LC)
CAS No.: 137234-62-9; 188416-29-7; 173967-54-9
Date listed: 17 Jul 2026

Prop 65 list row: Voriconazole · fetched 2026-10-08

WarningUS-CA

Welding Fumes

Warning required when exposure exceeds the threshold (no NSRL listed for this row)

This product can expose you to Welding Fumes, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Exemptions (1)

No warning is required where the exposure poses no significant risk of cancer (at or below the NSRL).

a warning is not required if the business causing the exposure can demonstrate that the exposure occurs at a level that poses “no significant risk

Appendix A (summary), Exposures that pose no significant risk of cancer (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-08California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)

Official text, current to 31 Jul 2026. OEHHA's own Prop 65 list (XLSX), list dated July 31, 2026.

Seller has 10 or more employees
Your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to this chemical

Depends on: number of employees at the seller

Takes effect 17 Jul 2027

Applies to products sold on or after 17 Jul 2027

Listed 2026-07-17 (cancer). Grace period: "Proposition 65 warning requirements do not apply until 12 months after the chemical has been listed" (Appendix A); listing date plus 12 months.

Chemical: Welding Fumes
Type of toxicity: cancer
Listed by: the Labor Code (LC)
CAS No.: none given
Date listed: 17 Jul 2026

Prop 65 list row: Welding Fumes · fetched 2026-10-08