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Packaged food and beverages

Packaged foods and beverages sold prepacked to consumers, shelf-stable or chilled, imported or domestic: 'food' per EU Reg. 178/2002 Art. 2, FD&C Act sec. 201(f), the Korean Food Sanitation Act and the Japanese Food Sanitation Act. Excluded from v0: dietary supplements and health functional foods, infant formula and baby foods, alcoholic beverages beyond general labelling, organic and GI schemes, fresh meat, poultry and eggs (USDA), fresh produce, food-contact materials (covered under Home and kitchen goods), pet food.

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Main sources, from 13 Nov 2025 · What is covered

Great Britain food law as revised on legislation.gov.uk up to 13 Nov 2025.

Great Britain (England, Scotland, Wales): main sources stored. Modelled: retained Reg. 1169/2011; Reg. 1333/2008 and Reg. 178/2002 as amended for Great Britain (legislation.gov.uk); Food Information Regulations 2014 (SI 2014/1855); contaminants as retained Reg. 1881/2006; GB food additive list (retained Reg. 1333/2008 Annex II as in force on 2024-06-28, the terms the FSA register preserves). Not stored: GB food additive list changes after 2024-06-28 (Annex II was omitted from the revised legislation from 1 April 2025 by S.I. 2025/361; the FSA Register of Food Additive Authorisations holds later changes, for example the February 2026 steviol glycoside conditions E 960a-c); GB Annex III of Reg. 1333/2008 (additives in additives, enzymes, flavourings and nutrients); Northern Ireland (EU rules apply under the Windsor Framework); Scottish; Welsh and Northern Irish regulations; HFSS promotion and placement rules; front-of-pack traffic-light guidance (voluntary); UK GM and claims registers; import controls (IPAFFS).

Requirement
Applies when
Effective
Source
Limit
Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

Limit 10 µg/kg (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Dried herbs [GB:6.1.14]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 1 Mar 2007

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

Point
6.1.14
Foodstuffs
Dried herbs
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
10,0
Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
50,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.14: Dried herbs — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

Limit 50 µg/kg (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Dried herbs [GB:6.1.14]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 1 Mar 2007

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

Point
6.1.14
Foodstuffs
Dried herbs
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
10,0
Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
50,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.14: Dried herbs — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

Limit 10 µg/kg (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Dried spices with the exception of cardamon and smoked Capsicum spp. [GB:6.1.15]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 1 Mar 2007

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

Point
6.1.15
Foodstuffs
Dried spices with the exception of cardamon and smoked Capsicum spp.
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
10,0
Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
50,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.15: Dried spices with the exception of cardamon and smoked Capsicum spp. — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

Limit 50 µg/kg (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Dried spices with the exception of cardamon and smoked Capsicum spp. [GB:6.1.15]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 1 Mar 2007

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

Point
6.1.15
Foodstuffs
Dried spices with the exception of cardamon and smoked Capsicum spp.
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
10,0
Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
50,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.15: Dried spices with the exception of cardamon and smoked Capsicum spp. — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

Limit 10 µg/kg (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Powders of food of plant origin for the preparation of beverages with the exception of the products referred to in 6.1.2 and 6.1.11 [GB:6.1.16]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 1 Mar 2007

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

Point
6.1.16
Foodstuffs
Powders of food of plant origin for the preparation of beverages with the exception of the products referred to in 6.1.2 and 6.1.11
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
10,0
Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
50,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.16: Powders of food of plant origin for the preparation of beverages with the exception of the products referred to in 6.1.2 and 6.1.11 — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

Limit 50 µg/kg (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Powders of food of plant origin for the preparation of beverages with the exception of the products referred to in 6.1.2 and 6.1.11 [GB:6.1.16]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 1 Mar 2007

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

Point
6.1.16
Foodstuffs
Powders of food of plant origin for the preparation of beverages with the exception of the products referred to in 6.1.2 and 6.1.11
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
10,0
Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
50,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.16: Powders of food of plant origin for the preparation of beverages with the exception of the products referred to in 6.1.2 and 6.1.11 — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

Limit 5 µg/kg fat (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Cocoa beans and derived products with the exception of the products referred to in point 6.1.11 [GB:6.1.2]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 1 Apr 2013

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Apr 2013

The row states this level as from 2013-04-01.

Point
6.1.2
Foodstuffs
Cocoa beans and derived products with the exception of the products referred to in point 6.1.11
Benzo(a)pyrene
5,0 μg/kg fat as from 1.4.2013
Sum of 4 listed substances
35,0 μg/kg fat as from 1.4.2013 until 31.3.2015 30,0 μg/kg fat as from 1.4.2015 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.2: Cocoa beans and derived products with the exception of the products referred to in point 6.1.11 — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

Limit 35 µg/kg fat (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Cocoa beans and derived products with the exception of the products referred to in point 6.1.11 [GB:6.1.2]

Depends on: contaminant food category

Repealed

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Apr 2013

The row states this level as from 2013-04-01.

Point
6.1.2
Foodstuffs
Cocoa beans and derived products with the exception of the products referred to in point 6.1.11
Benzo(a)pyrene
5,0 μg/kg fat as from 1.4.2013
Sum of 4 listed substances
35,0 μg/kg fat as from 1.4.2013 until 31.3.2015 30,0 μg/kg fat as from 1.4.2015 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.2: Cocoa beans and derived products with the exception of the products referred to in point 6.1.11 — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

Limit 30 µg/kg fat (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Cocoa beans and derived products with the exception of the products referred to in point 6.1.11 [GB:6.1.2]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 1 Apr 2015

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Apr 2015

The row states this level as from 2015-04-01.

Point
6.1.2
Foodstuffs
Cocoa beans and derived products with the exception of the products referred to in point 6.1.11
Benzo(a)pyrene
5,0 μg/kg fat as from 1.4.2013
Sum of 4 listed substances
35,0 μg/kg fat as from 1.4.2013 until 31.3.2015 30,0 μg/kg fat as from 1.4.2015 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.2: Cocoa beans and derived products with the exception of the products referred to in point 6.1.11 — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Coconut oil intended for direct human consumption or use as an ingredient in food [GB:6.1.3]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 1 Mar 2007

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

Point
6.1.3
Foodstuffs
Coconut oil intended for direct human consumption or use as an ingredient in food
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
2,0
Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
20,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.3: Coconut oil intended for direct human consumption or use as an ingredient in food — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

Limit 20 µg/kg (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Coconut oil intended for direct human consumption or use as an ingredient in food [GB:6.1.3]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 1 Mar 2007

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

Point
6.1.3
Foodstuffs
Coconut oil intended for direct human consumption or use as an ingredient in food
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
2,0
Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
20,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.3: Coconut oil intended for direct human consumption or use as an ingredient in food — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

Limit 5 µg/kg (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Smoked meat and smoked meat products [GB:6.1.4]

Depends on: contaminant food category

Repealed

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

Point
6.1.4
Foodstuffs
Smoked meat and smoked meat products
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
5,0 until 31.8.2014 2,0 as from 1.9.2014
Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
30,0 as from 1.9.2012 until 31.8.2014 12,0 as from 1.9.2014 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.4: Smoked meat and smoked meat products — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Smoked meat and smoked meat products [GB:6.1.4]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 1 Sep 2014

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Sep 2014

The row states this level as from 2014-09-01.

Point
6.1.4
Foodstuffs
Smoked meat and smoked meat products
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
5,0 until 31.8.2014 2,0 as from 1.9.2014
Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
30,0 as from 1.9.2012 until 31.8.2014 12,0 as from 1.9.2014 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.4: Smoked meat and smoked meat products — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

Limit 30 µg/kg (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Smoked meat and smoked meat products [GB:6.1.4]

Depends on: contaminant food category

Repealed

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Sep 2012

The row states this level as from 2012-09-01.

Point
6.1.4
Foodstuffs
Smoked meat and smoked meat products
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
5,0 until 31.8.2014 2,0 as from 1.9.2014
Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
30,0 as from 1.9.2012 until 31.8.2014 12,0 as from 1.9.2014 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.4: Smoked meat and smoked meat products — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

Limit 12 µg/kg (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Smoked meat and smoked meat products [GB:6.1.4]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 1 Sep 2014

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Sep 2014

The row states this level as from 2014-09-01.

Point
6.1.4
Foodstuffs
Smoked meat and smoked meat products
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
5,0 until 31.8.2014 2,0 as from 1.9.2014
Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
30,0 as from 1.9.2012 until 31.8.2014 12,0 as from 1.9.2014 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.4: Smoked meat and smoked meat products — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

Limit 5 µg/kg (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages. [GB:6.1.5]

Depends on: contaminant food category

Repealed

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

Point
6.1.5
Foodstuffs
Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages.
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
5,0 until 31.8.2014 2,0 as from 1.9.2014
Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
30,0 as from 1.9.2012 until 31.8.2014 12,0 as from 1.9.2014 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.5: Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages. — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages. [GB:6.1.5]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 1 Sep 2014

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Sep 2014

The row states this level as from 2014-09-01.

Point
6.1.5
Foodstuffs
Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages.
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
5,0 until 31.8.2014 2,0 as from 1.9.2014
Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
30,0 as from 1.9.2012 until 31.8.2014 12,0 as from 1.9.2014 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.5: Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages. — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

Limit 30 µg/kg (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages. [GB:6.1.5]

Depends on: contaminant food category

Repealed

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Sep 2012

The row states this level as from 2012-09-01.

Point
6.1.5
Foodstuffs
Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages.
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
5,0 until 31.8.2014 2,0 as from 1.9.2014
Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
30,0 as from 1.9.2012 until 31.8.2014 12,0 as from 1.9.2014 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.5: Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages. — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

Limit 12 µg/kg (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages. [GB:6.1.5]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 1 Sep 2014

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Sep 2014

The row states this level as from 2014-09-01.

Point
6.1.5
Foodstuffs
Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages.
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
5,0 until 31.8.2014 2,0 as from 1.9.2014
Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
30,0 as from 1.9.2012 until 31.8.2014 12,0 as from 1.9.2014 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.5: Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages. — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

Limit 5 µg/kg (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Smoked sprats and canned smoked sprats (Sprattus sprattus); Smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length and canned smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length (Clupea harengus membras); Katsuobushi (dried bonito, Katsuwonus pelamis); bivalve molluscs (fresh, chilled or frozen); heat treated meat and heat treated meat products sold to the final consumer [GB:6.1.6]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 1 Mar 2007

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

Point
6.1.6
Foodstuffs
Smoked sprats and canned smoked sprats (Sprattus sprattus); Smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length and canned smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length (Clupea harengus membras); Katsuobushi (dried bonito, Katsuwonus pelamis); bivalve molluscs (fresh, chilled or frozen); heat treated meat and heat treated meat products sold to the final consumer
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
5,0
Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
30,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.6: Smoked sprats and canned smoked sprats (Sprattus sprattus); Smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length and canned smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length (Clupea harengus membras); Katsuobushi (dried bonito, Katsuwonus pelamis); bivalve molluscs (fresh, chilled or frozen)… — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

Limit 30 µg/kg (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Smoked sprats and canned smoked sprats (Sprattus sprattus); Smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length and canned smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length (Clupea harengus membras); Katsuobushi (dried bonito, Katsuwonus pelamis); bivalve molluscs (fresh, chilled or frozen); heat treated meat and heat treated meat products sold to the final consumer [GB:6.1.6]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 1 Mar 2007

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

Point
6.1.6
Foodstuffs
Smoked sprats and canned smoked sprats (Sprattus sprattus); Smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length and canned smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length (Clupea harengus membras); Katsuobushi (dried bonito, Katsuwonus pelamis); bivalve molluscs (fresh, chilled or frozen); heat treated meat and heat treated meat products sold to the final consumer
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
5,0
Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
30,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.6: Smoked sprats and canned smoked sprats (Sprattus sprattus); Smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length and canned smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length (Clupea harengus membras); Katsuobushi (dried bonito, Katsuwonus pelamis); bivalve molluscs (fresh, chilled or frozen)… — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

Limit 6 µg/kg (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Bivalve molluscs (smoked) [GB:6.1.7]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 1 Mar 2007

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

Point
6.1.7
Foodstuffs
Bivalve molluscs (smoked)
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
6,0
Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
35,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.7: Bivalve molluscs (smoked) — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

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Limit
Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

Limit 35 µg/kg (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Bivalve molluscs (smoked) [GB:6.1.7]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 1 Mar 2007

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

Point
6.1.7
Foodstuffs
Bivalve molluscs (smoked)
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
6,0
Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
35,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.7: Bivalve molluscs (smoked) — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

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Limit
Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

Limit 1 µg/kg (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods for infants and young children [GB:6.1.8]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 1 Mar 2007

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

Point
6.1.8
Foodstuffs
Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods for infants and young children
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
1,0
Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
1,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.8: Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods for infants and young children — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

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Limit
Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

Limit 1 µg/kg (content basis)

Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

  • Food category (contaminant tables): Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods for infants and young children [GB:6.1.8]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 1 Mar 2007

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

Point
6.1.8
Foodstuffs
Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods for infants and young children
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
1,0
Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
1,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

Annex rows, point 6.1.8: Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods for infants and young children — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

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  • Limit
    Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

    Limit 10 µg/kg (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Dried herbs [GB:6.1.14]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 1 Mar 2007

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

    Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.14
    Foodstuffs
    Dried herbs
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    10,0
    Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
    50,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.14: Dried herbs — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

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  • Limit
    Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

    Limit 50 µg/kg (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Dried herbs [GB:6.1.14]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 1 Mar 2007

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

    Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.14
    Foodstuffs
    Dried herbs
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    10,0
    Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
    50,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.14: Dried herbs — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

    The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

    Limit 10 µg/kg (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Dried spices with the exception of cardamon and smoked Capsicum spp. [GB:6.1.15]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 1 Mar 2007

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

    Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.15
    Foodstuffs
    Dried spices with the exception of cardamon and smoked Capsicum spp.
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    10,0
    Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
    50,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.15: Dried spices with the exception of cardamon and smoked Capsicum spp. — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

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  • Limit
    Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

    Limit 50 µg/kg (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Dried spices with the exception of cardamon and smoked Capsicum spp. [GB:6.1.15]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 1 Mar 2007

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

    Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.15
    Foodstuffs
    Dried spices with the exception of cardamon and smoked Capsicum spp.
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    10,0
    Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
    50,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.15: Dried spices with the exception of cardamon and smoked Capsicum spp. — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

    The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

    Limit 10 µg/kg (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Powders of food of plant origin for the preparation of beverages with the exception of the products referred to in 6.1.2 and 6.1.11 [GB:6.1.16]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 1 Mar 2007

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

    Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.16
    Foodstuffs
    Powders of food of plant origin for the preparation of beverages with the exception of the products referred to in 6.1.2 and 6.1.11
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    10,0
    Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
    50,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.16: Powders of food of plant origin for the preparation of beverages with the exception of the products referred to in 6.1.2 and 6.1.11 — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

    The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

    Limit 50 µg/kg (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Powders of food of plant origin for the preparation of beverages with the exception of the products referred to in 6.1.2 and 6.1.11 [GB:6.1.16]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 1 Mar 2007

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

    Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.16
    Foodstuffs
    Powders of food of plant origin for the preparation of beverages with the exception of the products referred to in 6.1.2 and 6.1.11
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    10,0
    Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
    50,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.16: Powders of food of plant origin for the preparation of beverages with the exception of the products referred to in 6.1.2 and 6.1.11 — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

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  • Limit
    Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

    Limit 5 µg/kg fat (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Cocoa beans and derived products with the exception of the products referred to in point 6.1.11 [GB:6.1.2]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 1 Apr 2013

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Apr 2013

    The row states this level as from 2013-04-01.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.2
    Foodstuffs
    Cocoa beans and derived products with the exception of the products referred to in point 6.1.11
    Benzo(a)pyrene
    5,0 μg/kg fat as from 1.4.2013
    Sum of 4 listed substances
    35,0 μg/kg fat as from 1.4.2013 until 31.3.2015 30,0 μg/kg fat as from 1.4.2015 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.2: Cocoa beans and derived products with the exception of the products referred to in point 6.1.11 — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

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  • Limit
    Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

    Limit 35 µg/kg fat (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Cocoa beans and derived products with the exception of the products referred to in point 6.1.11 [GB:6.1.2]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective
    Repealed

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Apr 2013

    The row states this level as from 2013-04-01.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.2
    Foodstuffs
    Cocoa beans and derived products with the exception of the products referred to in point 6.1.11
    Benzo(a)pyrene
    5,0 μg/kg fat as from 1.4.2013
    Sum of 4 listed substances
    35,0 μg/kg fat as from 1.4.2013 until 31.3.2015 30,0 μg/kg fat as from 1.4.2015 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.2: Cocoa beans and derived products with the exception of the products referred to in point 6.1.11 — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

    The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

    Limit 30 µg/kg fat (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Cocoa beans and derived products with the exception of the products referred to in point 6.1.11 [GB:6.1.2]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 1 Apr 2015

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Apr 2015

    The row states this level as from 2015-04-01.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.2
    Foodstuffs
    Cocoa beans and derived products with the exception of the products referred to in point 6.1.11
    Benzo(a)pyrene
    5,0 μg/kg fat as from 1.4.2013
    Sum of 4 listed substances
    35,0 μg/kg fat as from 1.4.2013 until 31.3.2015 30,0 μg/kg fat as from 1.4.2015 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.2: Cocoa beans and derived products with the exception of the products referred to in point 6.1.11 — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

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  • Limit
    Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

    Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Coconut oil intended for direct human consumption or use as an ingredient in food [GB:6.1.3]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 1 Mar 2007

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

    Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.3
    Foodstuffs
    Coconut oil intended for direct human consumption or use as an ingredient in food
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    2,0
    Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
    20,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.3: Coconut oil intended for direct human consumption or use as an ingredient in food — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

    The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

    Limit 20 µg/kg (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Coconut oil intended for direct human consumption or use as an ingredient in food [GB:6.1.3]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 1 Mar 2007

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

    Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.3
    Foodstuffs
    Coconut oil intended for direct human consumption or use as an ingredient in food
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    2,0
    Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
    20,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.3: Coconut oil intended for direct human consumption or use as an ingredient in food — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

    The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

    Limit 5 µg/kg (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Smoked meat and smoked meat products [GB:6.1.4]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective
    Repealed

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

    Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.4
    Foodstuffs
    Smoked meat and smoked meat products
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    5,0 until 31.8.2014 2,0 as from 1.9.2014
    Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
    30,0 as from 1.9.2012 until 31.8.2014 12,0 as from 1.9.2014 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.4: Smoked meat and smoked meat products — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

    The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

    Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Smoked meat and smoked meat products [GB:6.1.4]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 1 Sep 2014

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Sep 2014

    The row states this level as from 2014-09-01.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.4
    Foodstuffs
    Smoked meat and smoked meat products
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    5,0 until 31.8.2014 2,0 as from 1.9.2014
    Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
    30,0 as from 1.9.2012 until 31.8.2014 12,0 as from 1.9.2014 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.4: Smoked meat and smoked meat products — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

    The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

    Limit 30 µg/kg (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Smoked meat and smoked meat products [GB:6.1.4]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective
    Repealed

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Sep 2012

    The row states this level as from 2012-09-01.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.4
    Foodstuffs
    Smoked meat and smoked meat products
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    5,0 until 31.8.2014 2,0 as from 1.9.2014
    Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
    30,0 as from 1.9.2012 until 31.8.2014 12,0 as from 1.9.2014 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.4: Smoked meat and smoked meat products — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

    The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

    Limit 12 µg/kg (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Smoked meat and smoked meat products [GB:6.1.4]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 1 Sep 2014

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Sep 2014

    The row states this level as from 2014-09-01.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.4
    Foodstuffs
    Smoked meat and smoked meat products
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    5,0 until 31.8.2014 2,0 as from 1.9.2014
    Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
    30,0 as from 1.9.2012 until 31.8.2014 12,0 as from 1.9.2014 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.4: Smoked meat and smoked meat products — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

    The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

    Limit 5 µg/kg (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages. [GB:6.1.5]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective
    Repealed

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

    Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.5
    Foodstuffs
    Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages.
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    5,0 until 31.8.2014 2,0 as from 1.9.2014
    Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
    30,0 as from 1.9.2012 until 31.8.2014 12,0 as from 1.9.2014 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.5: Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages. — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

    The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

    Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages. [GB:6.1.5]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 1 Sep 2014

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Sep 2014

    The row states this level as from 2014-09-01.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.5
    Foodstuffs
    Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages.
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    5,0 until 31.8.2014 2,0 as from 1.9.2014
    Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
    30,0 as from 1.9.2012 until 31.8.2014 12,0 as from 1.9.2014 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.5: Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages. — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

    The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

    Limit 30 µg/kg (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages. [GB:6.1.5]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective
    Repealed

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Sep 2012

    The row states this level as from 2012-09-01.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.5
    Foodstuffs
    Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages.
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    5,0 until 31.8.2014 2,0 as from 1.9.2014
    Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
    30,0 as from 1.9.2012 until 31.8.2014 12,0 as from 1.9.2014 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.5: Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages. — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

    The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

    Limit 12 µg/kg (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages. [GB:6.1.5]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 1 Sep 2014

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Sep 2014

    The row states this level as from 2014-09-01.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.5
    Foodstuffs
    Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages.
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    5,0 until 31.8.2014 2,0 as from 1.9.2014
    Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
    30,0 as from 1.9.2012 until 31.8.2014 12,0 as from 1.9.2014 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.5: Muscle meat of smoked fish and smoked fishery products, excluding fishery products listed in points 6.1.6 and 6.1.7. The maximum level for smoked crustaceans applies to muscle meat from appendages and abdomen. In case of smoked crabs and crab-like crustaceans (Brachyura and Anomura) it applies to muscle meat from appendages. — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

    The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

    Limit 5 µg/kg (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Smoked sprats and canned smoked sprats (Sprattus sprattus); Smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length and canned smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length (Clupea harengus membras); Katsuobushi (dried bonito, Katsuwonus pelamis); bivalve molluscs (fresh, chilled or frozen); heat treated meat and heat treated meat products sold to the final consumer [GB:6.1.6]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 1 Mar 2007

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

    Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.6
    Foodstuffs
    Smoked sprats and canned smoked sprats (Sprattus sprattus); Smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length and canned smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length (Clupea harengus membras); Katsuobushi (dried bonito, Katsuwonus pelamis); bivalve molluscs (fresh, chilled or frozen); heat treated meat and heat treated meat products sold to the final consumer
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    5,0
    Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
    30,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.6: Smoked sprats and canned smoked sprats (Sprattus sprattus); Smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length and canned smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length (Clupea harengus membras); Katsuobushi (dried bonito, Katsuwonus pelamis); bivalve molluscs (fresh, chilled or frozen)… — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

    The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

    Limit 30 µg/kg (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Smoked sprats and canned smoked sprats (Sprattus sprattus); Smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length and canned smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length (Clupea harengus membras); Katsuobushi (dried bonito, Katsuwonus pelamis); bivalve molluscs (fresh, chilled or frozen); heat treated meat and heat treated meat products sold to the final consumer [GB:6.1.6]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 1 Mar 2007

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

    Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.6
    Foodstuffs
    Smoked sprats and canned smoked sprats (Sprattus sprattus); Smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length and canned smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length (Clupea harengus membras); Katsuobushi (dried bonito, Katsuwonus pelamis); bivalve molluscs (fresh, chilled or frozen); heat treated meat and heat treated meat products sold to the final consumer
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    5,0
    Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
    30,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.6: Smoked sprats and canned smoked sprats (Sprattus sprattus); Smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length and canned smoked Baltic herring ≤ 14 cm length (Clupea harengus membras); Katsuobushi (dried bonito, Katsuwonus pelamis); bivalve molluscs (fresh, chilled or frozen)… — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

    The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

    Limit 6 µg/kg (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Bivalve molluscs (smoked) [GB:6.1.7]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 1 Mar 2007

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

    Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.7
    Foodstuffs
    Bivalve molluscs (smoked)
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    6,0
    Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
    35,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.7: Bivalve molluscs (smoked) — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

    The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

    Limit 35 µg/kg (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Bivalve molluscs (smoked) [GB:6.1.7]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 1 Mar 2007

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

    Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.7
    Foodstuffs
    Bivalve molluscs (smoked)
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    6,0
    Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
    35,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.7: Bivalve molluscs (smoked) — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

    The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

    Limit 1 µg/kg (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods for infants and young children [GB:6.1.8]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 1 Mar 2007

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

    Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.8
    Foodstuffs
    Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods for infants and young children
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    1,0
    Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
    1,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.8: Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods for infants and young children — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

    The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Sum of benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene

    Limit 1 µg/kg (content basis)

    Official text, current to 31 Dec 2020. legislation.gov.uk revised version from 2020-12-31 with no later changes recorded, so it is the current GB text; legislation.gov.uk has no assimilated version of Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods for infants and young children [GB:6.1.8]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 1 Mar 2007

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Mar 2007

    Art. 12: applies from 1 March 2007; level changes dated in the row are applied as written.

    Source
    Point
    6.1.8
    Foodstuffs
    Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods for infants and young children
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    1,0
    Sum of 4 listed substances (µg/kg)
    1,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex rows, point 6.1.8: Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods for infants and young children — Benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene and chrysene · fetched 2026-10-17

    The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)

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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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.
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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.

Show 74 facts
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
50
Imported
EU, GB, JP, KR, US
41
Allergens present
EU, GB, JP, KR, US
36
Special storage required
EU, GB, JP, KR
35
Glass bottle reusable unlabelled
EU, GB
32
Contains gmo
JP, KR
31
Component content declared
KR
28
Precaution statement required
KR
28
Operates food facility
EU, GB, JP, US
25
Jp processed food
JP
18
Jp general use food
JP
18
List of ingredients present
EU, GB
11
Materials
US
11
Irradiated
EU, GB, KR, US
10
Beverage
EU, GB
8
Annex ix sold by number or loss
EU, GB
8
Prepacked for direct sale
GB
6
Facility registration exempt
US
6
Frozen
KR
5
Qualified facility
US
5
Facility registration required
US
5
Annual gross revenue usd
US-CO, US-MD, US-MN, US-OR, US-WA
5
Contains glycyrrhizinic acid
EU, GB
4
Liquorice in name or ingredients
EU, GB
4
Sweeteners present
EU, GB
4
Small package area cm2
EU, GB
4
Whether it is sold online
EU, GB
4
Name of food refers to allergen
EU, GB
4
Use difficult without instructions
EU, GB
4
Alcohol abv
EU, GB
4
Annex v exempt product
EU, GB
4
Offered by distance communication
GB
4
Aspartame present
EU, GB, KR
3
Food additive present
EU, GB, JP
3
Oem consignment manufactured
KR
3
Added polyols over 10 percent
EU, GB
2
Caffeine mg per l
EU, GB
2
Engineered nanomaterial ingredient
EU, GB
2
Refrigerated
EU, GB
2
Post opening storage appropriate
EU, GB
2
Label implies different origin
EU, GB
2
Country of origin stated
EU, GB
2
Operator knows noncompliant
EU, GB
2
Chemical detoxification applied
EU, GB
2
Jp annex 20 food
JP
2
Jp permit business type
JP
2
Canned or bottled
KR
2
Distributed in exporting country
KR
2
Restaurant or retail service
US
2
Coating type
US
2
Sorting destined lot
EU
1
Contains meat
GB
1
Schedule 3 food
GB
1
Oral disclosure intended
GB
1
Gmo annex 17 ingredient
JP
1
Additive undesignated
JP
1
Sulfiting agent added
US
1
Nutrition claim
US
1
Chemical preservative added
US
1
Imitation food claim
US
1
Gluten free claim
US
1
Direct additive used
US
1
Ca gross sales usd
US-CA
1
Packaging tons co
US-CO
1
Packaging tons md
US-MD
1
Packaging tons mn
US-MN
1
Packaging tonnes or
US-OR
1
Fluorine treated container
US-VT
1
Packaging tons wa
US-WA
1
  • 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
    Markets
    EU, GB
    Rules
    11
  • Materials
    Markets
    US
    Rules
    11
  • Irradiated
    Markets
    EU, GB, KR, US
    Rules
    10
  • Beverage
    Markets
    EU, GB
    Rules
    8
  • Annex ix sold by number or loss
    Markets
    EU, GB
    Rules
    8
  • Prepacked for direct sale
    Markets
    GB
    Rules
    6
  • Facility registration exempt
    Markets
    US
    Rules
    6
  • Frozen
    Markets
    KR
    Rules
    5
  • Qualified facility
    Markets
    US
    Rules
    5
  • Facility registration required
    Markets
    US
    Rules
    5
  • Annual gross revenue usd
    Markets
    US-CO, US-MD, US-MN, US-OR, US-WA
    Rules
    5
  • Contains glycyrrhizinic acid
    Markets
    EU, GB
    Rules
    4
  • Liquorice in name or ingredients
    Markets
    EU, GB
    Rules
    4
  • Sweeteners present
    Markets
    EU, GB
    Rules
    4
  • Small package area cm2
    Markets
    EU, GB
    Rules
    4
  • Whether it is sold online
    Markets
    EU, GB
    Rules
    4
  • Name of food refers to allergen
    Markets
    EU, GB
    Rules
    4
  • Use difficult without instructions
    Markets
    EU, GB
    Rules
    4
  • Alcohol abv
    Markets
    EU, GB
    Rules
    4
  • Annex v exempt product
    Markets
    EU, GB
    Rules
    4
  • Offered by distance communication
    Markets
    GB
    Rules
    4
  • Aspartame present
    Markets
    EU, GB, KR
    Rules
    3
  • Food additive present
    Markets
    EU, GB, JP
    Rules
    3
  • Oem consignment manufactured
    Markets
    KR
    Rules
    3
  • Added polyols over 10 percent
    Markets
    EU, GB
    Rules
    2
  • Caffeine mg per l
    Markets
    EU, GB
    Rules
    2
  • Engineered nanomaterial ingredient
    Markets
    EU, GB
    Rules
    2
  • Refrigerated
    Markets
    EU, GB
    Rules
    2
  • Post opening storage appropriate
    Markets
    EU, GB
    Rules
    2
  • Label implies different origin
    Markets
    EU, GB
    Rules
    2
  • Country of origin stated
    Markets
    EU, GB
    Rules
    2
  • Operator knows noncompliant
    Markets
    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
    Markets
    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

Upcoming changes

Rules for this category that start in the next 24 months, or are proposed or on hold.

Show 41 upcoming changes
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

California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)
WarningUS-CA
Bisphenol S (BPS) (CAS 80-09-1)

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

California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)
WarningUS-CA
Tacrolimus (CAS 104987-11-3)

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

California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)
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

California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)
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

California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)
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

California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)
LimitEU
Sum of 3-MCPD and 3-MCPD fatty acid esters, expressed as 3-MCPD

Limit 500 µg/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): Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children [EU:5.3.2]

Depends on: contaminant food category

Takes effect 1 Jan 2027

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2027

The row states this level as from 2027-01-01.

From the consolidated text: 5.3.2 · Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children · 750 500 as from 1 January 2027 · When the product is a mixture of different oils or fats of the same or of different botanical origins, the maximum level applies for the mixture. The oils and fats used as ingredients for the mixture shall comply with the maximum level established for the oils and fats in point 5.3.1.

Annex I rows, point 5.3.2: Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children — Sum of 3-monochloropropanediol (3-MCPD) and 3-MCPD fatty acid esters, expressed as 3-MCPD · fetched 2026-10-17

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
LimitEU
Sum of 3-MCPD and 3-MCPD fatty acid esters, expressed as 3-MCPD

Limit 50 µg/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): Baby food; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children [EU:5.3.4]

Depends on: contaminant food category

Takes effect 1 Jan 2027

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2027

The row states this level as from 2027-01-01.

From the consolidated text: 5.3.4. · Baby food; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children · 50 as from 1 January 2027 · The maximum level applies to the product as placed on the market.

Annex I rows, point 5.3.4: Baby food; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children — Sum of 3-monochloropropanediol (3-MCPD) and 3-MCPD fatty acid esters, expressed as 3-MCPD · fetched 2026-10-17

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
LimitEU
Glycidol (CAS 556-52-5)

Limit 250 µg/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): Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children [EU:5.4.2]

Depends on: contaminant food category

Takes effect 1 Jan 2027

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2027

The row states this level as from 2027-01-01.

From the consolidated text: 5.4.2 · Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children · 500 250 as from 1 January 2027 · When the product is a mixture of different oils or fats of the same or of different botanical origins, the maximum level applies for the mixture. The oils and fats used as ingredient for the mixture shall comply with the maximum level established for the oils and fats in point 5.4.1.

Annex I rows, point 5.4.2: Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children — Glycidyl fatty acid esters, expressed as glycidol · fetched 2026-10-17

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
LimitEU
Glycidol (CAS 556-52-5)

Limit 25 µg/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): Baby food; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children [EU:5.4.4]

Depends on: contaminant food category

Takes effect 1 Jan 2027

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2027

The row states this level as from 2027-01-01.

From the consolidated text: 5.4.4 · Baby food; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children · 25 As from 1 January 2027 · The maximum level applies to the product as placed on the market.

Annex I rows, point 5.4.4: Baby food; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children — Glycidyl fatty acid esters, expressed as glycidol · fetched 2026-10-17

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

    Applies when
    • 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

    Effective

    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.

    Source
    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

    California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)
  • WarningUS-CA
    Bisphenol S (BPS) (CAS 80-09-1)

    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.

    Applies when
    • 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

    Effective

    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.

    Source
    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

    California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)
  • WarningUS-CA
    Tacrolimus (CAS 104987-11-3)

    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.

    Applies when
    • 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

    Effective

    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.

    Source
    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

    California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)
  • 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.

    Applies when
    • 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

    Effective

    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.

    Source
    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

    California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)
  • 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.

    Applies when
    • 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

    Effective

    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.

    Source
    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

    California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)
  • 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.

    Applies when
    • 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

    Effective

    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.

    Source
    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

    California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)
  • LimitEU
    Sum of 3-MCPD and 3-MCPD fatty acid esters, expressed as 3-MCPD

    Limit 500 µg/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): Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children [EU:5.3.2]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    Takes effect 1 Jan 2027

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2027

    The row states this level as from 2027-01-01.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 5.3.2 · Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children · 750 500 as from 1 January 2027 · When the product is a mixture of different oils or fats of the same or of different botanical origins, the maximum level applies for the mixture. The oils and fats used as ingredients for the mixture shall comply with the maximum level established for the oils and fats in point 5.3.1.

    Annex I rows, point 5.3.2: Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children — Sum of 3-monochloropropanediol (3-MCPD) and 3-MCPD fatty acid esters, expressed as 3-MCPD · fetched 2026-10-17

    European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
  • LimitEU
    Sum of 3-MCPD and 3-MCPD fatty acid esters, expressed as 3-MCPD

    Limit 50 µg/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; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children [EU:5.3.4]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    Takes effect 1 Jan 2027

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2027

    The row states this level as from 2027-01-01.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 5.3.4. · Baby food; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children · 50 as from 1 January 2027 · The maximum level applies to the product as placed on the market.

    Annex I rows, point 5.3.4: Baby food; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children — Sum of 3-monochloropropanediol (3-MCPD) and 3-MCPD fatty acid esters, expressed as 3-MCPD · fetched 2026-10-17

    European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
  • LimitEU
    Glycidol (CAS 556-52-5)

    Limit 250 µg/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): Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children [EU:5.4.2]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    Takes effect 1 Jan 2027

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2027

    The row states this level as from 2027-01-01.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 5.4.2 · Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children · 500 250 as from 1 January 2027 · When the product is a mixture of different oils or fats of the same or of different botanical origins, the maximum level applies for the mixture. The oils and fats used as ingredient for the mixture shall comply with the maximum level established for the oils and fats in point 5.4.1.

    Annex I rows, point 5.4.2: Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children — Glycidyl fatty acid esters, expressed as glycidol · fetched 2026-10-17

    European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
  • LimitEU
    Glycidol (CAS 556-52-5)

    Limit 25 µg/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; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children [EU:5.4.4]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    Takes effect 1 Jan 2027

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2027

    The row states this level as from 2027-01-01.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 5.4.4 · Baby food; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children · 25 As from 1 January 2027 · The maximum level applies to the product as placed on the market.

    Annex I rows, point 5.4.4: Baby food; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children — Glycidyl fatty acid esters, expressed as glycidol · fetched 2026-10-17

    European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
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Prop 65 notices: 2,152Safety Gate alerts: 0CPSC recalls: 0

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