Packaged food and beverages
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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).
Must meet the conditions of E 460 Cellulose is authorised in food category 12.2.1 Herbs and spices at quantum satis (no maximum level).
Official text, current to 28 Jun 2024. legislation.gov.uk point-in-time version 2024-06-28 of Annex II, which the FSA register cites as the terms of authorisation (Annex II was omitted from the revised text from 2025-04-01).
- EU food category: Herbs and spices [12.2.1]
Depends on: eu food category code
In force since 20 Jan 2010
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 20 Jan 2010
Applies in GB from 20 January 2010 (retained Art. 35); the Annex text is the version in force on 2024-06-28, the last before Annex II was omitted from the revised legislation on 1 April 2025 (S.I. 2025/361); the FSA register keeps these terms of authorisation. Amendment dates of single rows not tracked.
From the official list: E 460 · Cellulose · quantum satis · only when dried
Annex rows, Part E, category 12.2.1; row: E 460 Cellulose · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB, Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab)Must meet the conditions of E 470a Sodium, potassium and calcium salts of fatty acids is authorised in food category 12.2.1 Herbs and spices at quantum satis (no maximum level).
Official text, current to 28 Jun 2024. legislation.gov.uk point-in-time version 2024-06-28 of Annex II, which the FSA register cites as the terms of authorisation (Annex II was omitted from the revised text from 2025-04-01).
- EU food category: Herbs and spices [12.2.1]
Depends on: eu food category code
In force since 20 Jan 2010
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 20 Jan 2010
Applies in GB from 20 January 2010 (retained Art. 35); the Annex text is the version in force on 2024-06-28, the last before Annex II was omitted from the revised legislation on 1 April 2025 (S.I. 2025/361); the FSA register keeps these terms of authorisation. Amendment dates of single rows not tracked.
From the official list: E 470a · Sodium, potassium and calcium salts of fatty acids · quantum satis · only when dried
Annex rows, Part E, category 12.2.1; row: E 470a Sodium, potassium and calcium salts of fatty acids · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB, Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab)Must meet the conditions of E 553b Talc is authorised in food category 06.1 Whole, broken, or flaked grain at quantum satis (no maximum level).
Official text, current to 28 Jun 2024. legislation.gov.uk point-in-time version 2024-06-28 of Annex II, which the FSA register cites as the terms of authorisation (Annex II was omitted from the revised text from 2025-04-01).
- EU food category: Whole, broken, or flaked grain [06.1]
Depends on: eu food category code
In force since 20 Jan 2010
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 20 Jan 2010
Applies in GB from 20 January 2010 (retained Art. 35); the Annex text is the version in force on 2024-06-28, the last before Annex II was omitted from the revised legislation on 1 April 2025 (S.I. 2025/361); the FSA register keeps these terms of authorisation. Amendment dates of single rows not tracked.
From the official list: E 553b · Talc · quantum satis · only rice
Annex rows, Part E, category 06.1; row: E 553b Talc · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB, Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab)Must meet the conditions of E 901 Beeswax, white and yellow is authorised in food category 14.1.5.1 Coffee, coffee extracts at quantum satis (no maximum level).
Official text, current to 28 Jun 2024. legislation.gov.uk point-in-time version 2024-06-28 of Annex II, which the FSA register cites as the terms of authorisation (Annex II was omitted from the revised text from 2025-04-01).
- EU food category: Coffee, coffee extracts [14.1.5.1]
Depends on: eu food category code
In force since 20 Jan 2010
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 20 Jan 2010
Applies in GB from 20 January 2010 (retained Art. 35); the Annex text is the version in force on 2024-06-28, the last before Annex II was omitted from the revised legislation on 1 April 2025 (S.I. 2025/361); the FSA register keeps these terms of authorisation. Amendment dates of single rows not tracked.
From the official list: E 901 · Beeswax, white and yellow · quantum satis · only coffee beans, as glazing agent
Annex rows, Part E, category 14.1.5.1; row: E 901 Beeswax, white and yellow · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB, Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab)Must meet the conditions of E 902 Candelilla wax is authorised in food category 14.1.5.1 Coffee, coffee extracts at quantum satis (no maximum level).
Official text, current to 28 Jun 2024. legislation.gov.uk point-in-time version 2024-06-28 of Annex II, which the FSA register cites as the terms of authorisation (Annex II was omitted from the revised text from 2025-04-01).
- EU food category: Coffee, coffee extracts [14.1.5.1]
Depends on: eu food category code
In force since 20 Jan 2010
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 20 Jan 2010
Applies in GB from 20 January 2010 (retained Art. 35); the Annex text is the version in force on 2024-06-28, the last before Annex II was omitted from the revised legislation on 1 April 2025 (S.I. 2025/361); the FSA register keeps these terms of authorisation. Amendment dates of single rows not tracked.
From the official list: E 902 · Candelilla wax · quantum satis · only coffee beans, as glazing agent
Annex rows, Part E, category 14.1.5.1; row: E 902 Candelilla wax · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB, Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab)Must meet the conditions of E 904 Shellac is authorised in food category 14.1.5.1 Coffee, coffee extracts at quantum satis (no maximum level).
Official text, current to 28 Jun 2024. legislation.gov.uk point-in-time version 2024-06-28 of Annex II, which the FSA register cites as the terms of authorisation (Annex II was omitted from the revised text from 2025-04-01).
- EU food category: Coffee, coffee extracts [14.1.5.1]
Depends on: eu food category code
In force since 20 Jan 2010
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 20 Jan 2010
Applies in GB from 20 January 2010 (retained Art. 35); the Annex text is the version in force on 2024-06-28, the last before Annex II was omitted from the revised legislation on 1 April 2025 (S.I. 2025/361); the FSA register keeps these terms of authorisation. Amendment dates of single rows not tracked.
From the official list: E 904 · Shellac · quantum satis · only coffee beans, as glazing agent
Annex rows, Part E, category 14.1.5.1; row: E 904 Shellac · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB, Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab)Food and feed imported into Great Britain for placing on the market within Great
Must meet the conditions of Food and feed imported into Great Britain for placing on the market within Great Britain must comply with the relevant requirements of food law
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
- Imported into the market of sale
Depends on: imported
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Articles 11, 12 and 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005 (Art. 65, published text).
“Food and feed imported into Great Britain for placing on the market within Great Britain must comply with the relevant requirements of food law”
Food placed on the market
Must meet the conditions of Art. 14: food shall not be placed on the market if it is unsafe (injurious to health or unfit for human consumption)
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
Every product in the category
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Art. 65: Articles 11 and 12 and Articles 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005.
“Food shall not be placed on the market if it is unsafe”
Labelling, advertising and presentation of food
Must meet the conditions of Art. 16: labelling, advertising and presentation shall not mislead consumers
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
Every product in the category
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Art. 65: Articles 11 and 12 and Articles 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005.
“shall not mislead consumers”
Food at all stages
Must meet the conditions of Art. 18(1): traceability of food established at all stages of production, processing and distribution
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
Every product in the category
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Art. 65: Articles 11 and 12 and Articles 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005.
“shall be established at all stages of production, processing and distribution”
Food supplied
Must meet the conditions of Art. 19(4): collaborate with the competent authorities on action to avoid or reduce risks
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
Every product in the category
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Art. 65: Articles 11 and 12 and Articles 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005.
“shall collaborate with the competent authorities on action taken to avoid or reduce risks posed by a food which they supply or have supplied”
Food business operators at all stages
Must meet the conditions of Art. 17(1): ensure that foods satisfy the requirements of food law relevant to their activities and verify that they are met
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
- Operates a food facility or food business
Depends on: operates food facility
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Art. 65: Articles 11 and 12 and Articles 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005.
“shall ensure that foods or feeds satisfy the requirements of food law which are relevant to their activities and shall verify that such requirements are met”
Supplier identification
Disclosure to authority
Identity of any person from whom the operator was supplied, available to the competent authorities on demand
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
- Operates a food facility or food business
Depends on: operates food facility
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Art. 65: Articles 11 and 12 and Articles 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005.
“Food and feed business operators shall be able to identify any person from whom they have been supplied with a food”
Customer identification
Disclosure to authority
Identity of the businesses to which products have been supplied, available to the competent authorities on demand
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
- Operates a food facility or food business
Depends on: operates food facility
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Art. 65: Articles 11 and 12 and Articles 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005.
“shall have in place systems and procedures to identify the other businesses to which their products have been supplied”
Food placed on the market
Label required
Adequate labelling or identification to facilitate traceability, through relevant documentation or information
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
Every product in the category
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Art. 65: Articles 11 and 12 and Articles 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005.
“shall be adequately labelled or identified to facilitate its traceability”
Food that is not in compliance with food safety requirements
Notification to Competent authorities
Immediately initiate withdrawal of non-compliant food that has left the operator's immediate control, inform the competent authorities, inform consumers and recall where necessary
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
- Operates a food facility or food business
Depends on: operates food facility
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Art. 65: Articles 11 and 12 and Articles 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005.
“shall immediately initiate procedures to withdraw the food in question from the market where the food has left the immediate control of that initial food business operator and inform the competent authorities”
Food that may be injurious to human health
Notification to Competent authorities
Immediately inform the competent authorities if a food placed on the market may be injurious to human health, and of the action taken to prevent risks to the final consumer
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
- Operates a food facility or food business
Depends on: operates food facility
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Art. 65: Articles 11 and 12 and Articles 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005.
“shall immediately inform the competent authorities if it considers or has reason to believe that a food which it has placed on the market may be injurious to human health”
Retail or distribution activities that do not affect packaging, labelling, safety or integrity
Must meet the conditions of Art. 19(2): initiate withdrawal of non-compliant products and pass on information necessary to trace a food
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
- Your role: Distributor or Online marketplace or Fulfilment service provider
Depends on: economic operator role
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Art. 65: Articles 11 and 12 and Articles 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005.
“shall, within the limits of its respective activities, initiate procedures to withdraw from the market products not in compliance with the food-safety requirements”
Foodstuffs listed in the Annex: maximum levels for contaminants
Must meet the conditions of Art. 1(1): foodstuffs listed in the Annex are not placed on the market where they contain a listed contaminant above the maximum level
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.
Every product in the 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.
“shall not be placed on the market where they contain a contaminant listed in the Annex at a level exceeding the maximum level set out in the Annex”
may make available the particulars specified in Article 9(1)(c)
Label required
may make available the particulars specified in Article 9(1)(c)
Official text, current to 30 Sep 2022. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2022-09-30.
- Sold prepacked: no
- Offered for sale by means of distance communication (online, telephone, mail order): no
Depends on: sold prepacked, prepacked for direct sale, offered by distance communication
In force since 13 Dec 2014
Applies to products sold on or after 13 Dec 2014
In force 13 December 2014 (reg. 1(5), published text).
“may make available the particulars specified in Article 9(1)(c)”
A food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation app
Label required
A food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation applies must provide the particulars required by Article 9(1)(a) (the name
Official text, current to 30 Sep 2022. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2022-09-30.
- Sold prepacked: no
Depends on: sold prepacked, prepacked for direct sale
In force since 13 Dec 2014
Applies to products sold on or after 13 Dec 2014
In force 13 December 2014 (reg. 1(5), published text).
“A food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation applies must provide the particulars required by Article 9(1)(a) (the name”
A food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation app
Label required
A food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation applies must provide the particulars required by Article 9(1)(a) (the name
Official text, current to 30 Sep 2022. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2022-09-30.
- Prepacked for direct sale (PPDS)
Depends on: prepacked for direct sale
In force since 30 Sep 2022
Applies to products sold on or after 30 Sep 2022
No commencement date for regs 5A and 6A in the published text (re-read 2026-10-09); fallback is the version ClaraDB holds date 2022-09-30.
“A food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation applies must provide the particulars required by Article 9(1)(a) (the name”
A food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation app
Label required
A food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation applies must provide the particulars required by Article 9(1)(d) (quantity of certain ingredients), as read with Article 22 and Annex VIII, in respect of the ingredients in the food that are meat.
Official text, current to 30 Sep 2022. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2022-09-30.
- Contains meat as an ingredient
- Food listed in Schedule 3 of SI 2014/1855 (meat products): no
Depends on: contains meat, schedule 3 food
In force since 13 Dec 2014
Applies to products sold on or after 13 Dec 2014
In force 13 December 2014 (reg. 1(5), published text).
“A food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation applies must provide the particulars required by Article 9(1)(d) (quantity of certain ingredients), as read with Article 22 and Annex VIII, in respect of the ingredients in the food that are meat.”
Non-prepacked food, allergens present, particulars given orally
Label required
Indication that details of the allergenic substance or product can be obtained by asking a member of staff, on a label or a notice, menu, ticket or label readily discernible at the place of choice
Official text, current to 30 Sep 2022. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2022-09-30.
- Sold prepacked: no
- Offered for sale by means of distance communication (online, telephone, mail order): no
- Allergen information will be given orally
Depends on: sold prepacked, prepacked for direct sale, offered by distance communication, oral disclosure intended
In force since 13 Dec 2014
Applies to products sold on or after 13 Dec 2014
Reg. 1(5): comes into force on 13 December 2014.
“the operator must indicate that details of that substance or product can be obtained by asking a member of staff”
Non-prepacked food, allergens present, particulars given otherwise than as FIC provides
Disclosure to consumer
Art. 9(1)(c) particulars with a clear reference to the name of the Annex II substance or product
Official text, current to 30 Sep 2022. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2022-09-30.
- Sold prepacked: no
- Allergens it contains: Cereals containing gluten or Crustaceans or Eggs or Fish or Peanuts or Soy or Milk or Tree nuts or Celery or Mustard or Sesame or Sulphites or Lupin or Molluscs
Depends on: sold prepacked, allergens present
In force since 13 Dec 2014
Applies to products sold on or after 13 Dec 2014
Reg. 1(5): comes into force on 13 December 2014.
“must be made available with a clear reference to the name of the substance or product listed in Annex II”
- ConformityCellulose
Must meet the conditions of E 460 Cellulose is authorised in food category 12.2.1 Herbs and spices at quantum satis (no maximum level).
Official text, current to 28 Jun 2024. legislation.gov.uk point-in-time version 2024-06-28 of Annex II, which the FSA register cites as the terms of authorisation (Annex II was omitted from the revised text from 2025-04-01).
- Applies when
- EU food category: Herbs and spices [12.2.1]
Depends on: eu food category code
- Effective
In force since 20 Jan 2010
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 20 Jan 2010
Applies in GB from 20 January 2010 (retained Art. 35); the Annex text is the version in force on 2024-06-28, the last before Annex II was omitted from the revised legislation on 1 April 2025 (S.I. 2025/361); the FSA register keeps these terms of authorisation. Amendment dates of single rows not tracked.
- Source
From the official list: E 460 · Cellulose · quantum satis · only when dried
Annex rows, Part E, category 12.2.1; row: E 460 Cellulose · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB, Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab)
- ConformitySodium, potassium and calcium salts of fatty acids
Must meet the conditions of E 470a Sodium, potassium and calcium salts of fatty acids is authorised in food category 12.2.1 Herbs and spices at quantum satis (no maximum level).
Official text, current to 28 Jun 2024. legislation.gov.uk point-in-time version 2024-06-28 of Annex II, which the FSA register cites as the terms of authorisation (Annex II was omitted from the revised text from 2025-04-01).
- Applies when
- EU food category: Herbs and spices [12.2.1]
Depends on: eu food category code
- Effective
In force since 20 Jan 2010
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 20 Jan 2010
Applies in GB from 20 January 2010 (retained Art. 35); the Annex text is the version in force on 2024-06-28, the last before Annex II was omitted from the revised legislation on 1 April 2025 (S.I. 2025/361); the FSA register keeps these terms of authorisation. Amendment dates of single rows not tracked.
- Source
From the official list: E 470a · Sodium, potassium and calcium salts of fatty acids · quantum satis · only when dried
Annex rows, Part E, category 12.2.1; row: E 470a Sodium, potassium and calcium salts of fatty acids · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB, Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab)
- ConformityTalc
Must meet the conditions of E 553b Talc is authorised in food category 06.1 Whole, broken, or flaked grain at quantum satis (no maximum level).
Official text, current to 28 Jun 2024. legislation.gov.uk point-in-time version 2024-06-28 of Annex II, which the FSA register cites as the terms of authorisation (Annex II was omitted from the revised text from 2025-04-01).
- Applies when
- EU food category: Whole, broken, or flaked grain [06.1]
Depends on: eu food category code
- Effective
In force since 20 Jan 2010
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 20 Jan 2010
Applies in GB from 20 January 2010 (retained Art. 35); the Annex text is the version in force on 2024-06-28, the last before Annex II was omitted from the revised legislation on 1 April 2025 (S.I. 2025/361); the FSA register keeps these terms of authorisation. Amendment dates of single rows not tracked.
- Source
From the official list: E 553b · Talc · quantum satis · only rice
Annex rows, Part E, category 06.1; row: E 553b Talc · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB, Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab)
- ConformityBeeswax, white and yellow
Must meet the conditions of E 901 Beeswax, white and yellow is authorised in food category 14.1.5.1 Coffee, coffee extracts at quantum satis (no maximum level).
Official text, current to 28 Jun 2024. legislation.gov.uk point-in-time version 2024-06-28 of Annex II, which the FSA register cites as the terms of authorisation (Annex II was omitted from the revised text from 2025-04-01).
- Applies when
- EU food category: Coffee, coffee extracts [14.1.5.1]
Depends on: eu food category code
- Effective
In force since 20 Jan 2010
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 20 Jan 2010
Applies in GB from 20 January 2010 (retained Art. 35); the Annex text is the version in force on 2024-06-28, the last before Annex II was omitted from the revised legislation on 1 April 2025 (S.I. 2025/361); the FSA register keeps these terms of authorisation. Amendment dates of single rows not tracked.
- Source
From the official list: E 901 · Beeswax, white and yellow · quantum satis · only coffee beans, as glazing agent
Annex rows, Part E, category 14.1.5.1; row: E 901 Beeswax, white and yellow · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB, Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab)
- ConformityCandelilla wax
Must meet the conditions of E 902 Candelilla wax is authorised in food category 14.1.5.1 Coffee, coffee extracts at quantum satis (no maximum level).
Official text, current to 28 Jun 2024. legislation.gov.uk point-in-time version 2024-06-28 of Annex II, which the FSA register cites as the terms of authorisation (Annex II was omitted from the revised text from 2025-04-01).
- Applies when
- EU food category: Coffee, coffee extracts [14.1.5.1]
Depends on: eu food category code
- Effective
In force since 20 Jan 2010
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 20 Jan 2010
Applies in GB from 20 January 2010 (retained Art. 35); the Annex text is the version in force on 2024-06-28, the last before Annex II was omitted from the revised legislation on 1 April 2025 (S.I. 2025/361); the FSA register keeps these terms of authorisation. Amendment dates of single rows not tracked.
- Source
From the official list: E 902 · Candelilla wax · quantum satis · only coffee beans, as glazing agent
Annex rows, Part E, category 14.1.5.1; row: E 902 Candelilla wax · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB, Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab)
- ConformityShellac
Must meet the conditions of E 904 Shellac is authorised in food category 14.1.5.1 Coffee, coffee extracts at quantum satis (no maximum level).
Official text, current to 28 Jun 2024. legislation.gov.uk point-in-time version 2024-06-28 of Annex II, which the FSA register cites as the terms of authorisation (Annex II was omitted from the revised text from 2025-04-01).
- Applies when
- EU food category: Coffee, coffee extracts [14.1.5.1]
Depends on: eu food category code
- Effective
In force since 20 Jan 2010
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 20 Jan 2010
Applies in GB from 20 January 2010 (retained Art. 35); the Annex text is the version in force on 2024-06-28, the last before Annex II was omitted from the revised legislation on 1 April 2025 (S.I. 2025/361); the FSA register keeps these terms of authorisation. Amendment dates of single rows not tracked.
- Source
From the official list: E 904 · Shellac · quantum satis · only coffee beans, as glazing agent
Annex rows, Part E, category 14.1.5.1; row: E 904 Shellac · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB, Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab)
- Conformity
Food and feed imported into Great Britain for placing on the market within Great
Must meet the conditions of Food and feed imported into Great Britain for placing on the market within Great Britain must comply with the relevant requirements of food law
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
- Applies when
- Imported into the market of sale
Depends on: imported
- Effective
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Articles 11, 12 and 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005 (Art. 65, published text).
- Source
“Food and feed imported into Great Britain for placing on the market within Great Britain must comply with the relevant requirements of food law”
Art. 11 (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB (point in time 2023-10-01)(opens in a new tab)
- Conformity
Food placed on the market
Must meet the conditions of Art. 14: food shall not be placed on the market if it is unsafe (injurious to health or unfit for human consumption)
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
- Applies when
Every product in the category
- Effective
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Art. 65: Articles 11 and 12 and Articles 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005.
- Source
“Food shall not be placed on the market if it is unsafe”
Art. 14(1) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB (point in time 2023-10-01)(opens in a new tab)
- Conformity
Labelling, advertising and presentation of food
Must meet the conditions of Art. 16: labelling, advertising and presentation shall not mislead consumers
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
- Applies when
Every product in the category
- Effective
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Art. 65: Articles 11 and 12 and Articles 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005.
- Source
“shall not mislead consumers”
Art. 16 (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB (point in time 2023-10-01)(opens in a new tab)
- Conformity
Food at all stages
Must meet the conditions of Art. 18(1): traceability of food established at all stages of production, processing and distribution
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
- Applies when
Every product in the category
- Effective
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Art. 65: Articles 11 and 12 and Articles 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005.
- Source
“shall be established at all stages of production, processing and distribution”
Art. 18(1) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB (point in time 2023-10-01)(opens in a new tab)
- Conformity
Food supplied
Must meet the conditions of Art. 19(4): collaborate with the competent authorities on action to avoid or reduce risks
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
- Applies when
Every product in the category
- Effective
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Art. 65: Articles 11 and 12 and Articles 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005.
- Source
“shall collaborate with the competent authorities on action taken to avoid or reduce risks posed by a food which they supply or have supplied”
Art. 19(4) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB (point in time 2023-10-01)(opens in a new tab)
- Conformity
Food business operators at all stages
Must meet the conditions of Art. 17(1): ensure that foods satisfy the requirements of food law relevant to their activities and verify that they are met
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
- Applies when
- Operates a food facility or food business
Depends on: operates food facility
- Effective
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Art. 65: Articles 11 and 12 and Articles 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005.
- Source
“shall ensure that foods or feeds satisfy the requirements of food law which are relevant to their activities and shall verify that such requirements are met”
Art. 17(1) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB (point in time 2023-10-01)(opens in a new tab)
- Disclosure
Supplier identification
Disclosure to authority
Identity of any person from whom the operator was supplied, available to the competent authorities on demand
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
- Applies when
- Operates a food facility or food business
Depends on: operates food facility
- Effective
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Art. 65: Articles 11 and 12 and Articles 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005.
- Source
“Food and feed business operators shall be able to identify any person from whom they have been supplied with a food”
Art. 18(2) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB (point in time 2023-10-01)(opens in a new tab)
- Disclosure
Customer identification
Disclosure to authority
Identity of the businesses to which products have been supplied, available to the competent authorities on demand
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
- Applies when
- Operates a food facility or food business
Depends on: operates food facility
- Effective
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Art. 65: Articles 11 and 12 and Articles 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005.
- Source
“shall have in place systems and procedures to identify the other businesses to which their products have been supplied”
Art. 18(3) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB (point in time 2023-10-01)(opens in a new tab)
- Label
Food placed on the market
Label required
Adequate labelling or identification to facilitate traceability, through relevant documentation or information
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
- Applies when
Every product in the category
- Effective
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Art. 65: Articles 11 and 12 and Articles 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005.
- Source
“shall be adequately labelled or identified to facilitate its traceability”
Art. 18(4) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB (point in time 2023-10-01)(opens in a new tab)
- Notification
Food that is not in compliance with food safety requirements
Notification to Competent authorities
Immediately initiate withdrawal of non-compliant food that has left the operator's immediate control, inform the competent authorities, inform consumers and recall where necessary
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
- Applies when
- Operates a food facility or food business
Depends on: operates food facility
- Effective
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Art. 65: Articles 11 and 12 and Articles 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005.
- Source
“shall immediately initiate procedures to withdraw the food in question from the market where the food has left the immediate control of that initial food business operator and inform the competent authorities”
Art. 19(1) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB (point in time 2023-10-01)(opens in a new tab)
- Notification
Food that may be injurious to human health
Notification to Competent authorities
Immediately inform the competent authorities if a food placed on the market may be injurious to human health, and of the action taken to prevent risks to the final consumer
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
- Applies when
- Operates a food facility or food business
Depends on: operates food facility
- Effective
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Art. 65: Articles 11 and 12 and Articles 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005.
- Source
“shall immediately inform the competent authorities if it considers or has reason to believe that a food which it has placed on the market may be injurious to human health”
Art. 19(3) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB (point in time 2023-10-01)(opens in a new tab)
- Conformity
Retail or distribution activities that do not affect packaging, labelling, safety or integrity
Must meet the conditions of Art. 19(2): initiate withdrawal of non-compliant products and pass on information necessary to trace a food
Official text, current to 1 Oct 2023. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2023-10-01.
- Applies when
- Your role: Distributor or Online marketplace or Fulfilment service provider
Depends on: economic operator role
- Effective
In force since 1 Jan 2005
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2005
Art. 65: Articles 11 and 12 and Articles 14 to 20 apply from 1 January 2005.
- Source
“shall, within the limits of its respective activities, initiate procedures to withdraw from the market products not in compliance with the food-safety requirements”
Art. 19(2) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB (point in time 2023-10-01)(opens in a new tab)
- Conformity
Foodstuffs listed in the Annex: maximum levels for contaminants
Must meet the conditions of Art. 1(1): foodstuffs listed in the Annex are not placed on the market where they contain a listed contaminant above the maximum level
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
Every product in the 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.
- Source
“shall not be placed on the market where they contain a contaminant listed in the Annex at a level exceeding the maximum level set out in the Annex”
Art. 1(1) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-17The 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)
- Label
may make available the particulars specified in Article 9(1)(c)
Label required
may make available the particulars specified in Article 9(1)(c)
Official text, current to 30 Sep 2022. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2022-09-30.
- Applies when
- Sold prepacked: no
- Offered for sale by means of distance communication (online, telephone, mail order): no
Depends on: sold prepacked, prepacked for direct sale, offered by distance communication
- Effective
In force since 13 Dec 2014
Applies to products sold on or after 13 Dec 2014
In force 13 December 2014 (reg. 1(5), published text).
- Source
“may make available the particulars specified in Article 9(1)(c)”
reg. 5(1) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): SI 2014/1855 (point in time 2022-09-30)(opens in a new tab)
- Label
A food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation app
Label required
A food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation applies must provide the particulars required by Article 9(1)(a) (the name
Official text, current to 30 Sep 2022. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2022-09-30.
- Applies when
- Sold prepacked: no
Depends on: sold prepacked, prepacked for direct sale
- Effective
In force since 13 Dec 2014
Applies to products sold on or after 13 Dec 2014
In force 13 December 2014 (reg. 1(5), published text).
- Source
“A food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation applies must provide the particulars required by Article 9(1)(a) (the name”
reg. 6(1) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): SI 2014/1855 (point in time 2022-09-30)(opens in a new tab)
- Label
A food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation app
Label required
A food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation applies must provide the particulars required by Article 9(1)(a) (the name
Official text, current to 30 Sep 2022. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2022-09-30.
- Applies when
- Prepacked for direct sale (PPDS)
Depends on: prepacked for direct sale
- Effective
In force since 30 Sep 2022
Applies to products sold on or after 30 Sep 2022
No commencement date for regs 5A and 6A in the published text (re-read 2026-10-09); fallback is the version ClaraDB holds date 2022-09-30.
- Source
“A food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation applies must provide the particulars required by Article 9(1)(a) (the name”
reg. 6A(1) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): SI 2014/1855 (point in time 2022-09-30)(opens in a new tab)
- Label
A food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation app
Label required
A food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation applies must provide the particulars required by Article 9(1)(d) (quantity of certain ingredients), as read with Article 22 and Annex VIII, in respect of the ingredients in the food that are meat.
Official text, current to 30 Sep 2022. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2022-09-30.
- Applies when
- Contains meat as an ingredient
- Food listed in Schedule 3 of SI 2014/1855 (meat products): no
Depends on: contains meat, schedule 3 food
- Effective
In force since 13 Dec 2014
Applies to products sold on or after 13 Dec 2014
In force 13 December 2014 (reg. 1(5), published text).
- Source
“A food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation applies must provide the particulars required by Article 9(1)(d) (quantity of certain ingredients), as read with Article 22 and Annex VIII, in respect of the ingredients in the food that are meat.”
reg. 7(1) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): SI 2014/1855 (point in time 2022-09-30)(opens in a new tab)
- Label
Non-prepacked food, allergens present, particulars given orally
Label required
Indication that details of the allergenic substance or product can be obtained by asking a member of staff, on a label or a notice, menu, ticket or label readily discernible at the place of choice
Official text, current to 30 Sep 2022. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2022-09-30.
- Applies when
- Sold prepacked: no
- Offered for sale by means of distance communication (online, telephone, mail order): no
- Allergen information will be given orally
Depends on: sold prepacked, prepacked for direct sale, offered by distance communication, oral disclosure intended
- Effective
In force since 13 Dec 2014
Applies to products sold on or after 13 Dec 2014
Reg. 1(5): comes into force on 13 December 2014.
- Source
“the operator must indicate that details of that substance or product can be obtained by asking a member of staff”
reg. 5(3) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): SI 2014/1855 (point in time 2022-09-30)(opens in a new tab)
- Disclosure
Non-prepacked food, allergens present, particulars given otherwise than as FIC provides
Disclosure to consumer
Art. 9(1)(c) particulars with a clear reference to the name of the Annex II substance or product
Official text, current to 30 Sep 2022. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2022-09-30.
- Applies when
- Sold prepacked: no
- Allergens it contains: Cereals containing gluten or Crustaceans or Eggs or Fish or Peanuts or Soy or Milk or Tree nuts or Celery or Mustard or Sesame or Sulphites or Lupin or Molluscs
Depends on: sold prepacked, allergens present
- Effective
In force since 13 Dec 2014
Applies to products sold on or after 13 Dec 2014
Reg. 1(5): comes into force on 13 December 2014.
- Source
“must be made available with a clear reference to the name of the substance or product listed in Annex II”
reg. 5(5) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): SI 2014/1855 (point in time 2022-09-30)(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
Show 2 markets
- Coverage
- Main sources; no modeled rule is scoped to this category. Not covered: other rules that may apply.
- Coverage
- Main sources; no modeled rule is scoped to this category. Not covered: other rules that may apply.
Facts
What we need to know about your product
Some rules depend on details of your product. Until you tell us, a check says Needs answers and asks for what's missing.
Show 74 facts
- 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
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
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)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.”
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)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
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)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
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)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
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)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
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)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)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)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)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-CAN-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-CABisphenol 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-CATacrolimus (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-CAHydrochlorothiazide
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-CAVoriconazole
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-CAWelding 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)
- LimitEUSum 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)
- LimitEUSum 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)
- LimitEUGlycidol (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)
- LimitEUGlycidol (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)
Records
Recalls and alerts
Recalls, safety alerts and Prop 65 notices that name Packaged food and beverages, with a link to the original. A Prop 65 notice is a claim by the sender, not a ruling.
2,152 records dated 4 Jan 2023 to 26 Oct 2026. Most recent shown.
Show the 8 most recent records
- Prop 65 notices
Filthy, Blue Cheese Stuffed Olives, UPC#899682002811, Filthy, Piri Piri Pepper Stuffed Olives, UPC#899682002859, Filthy, Pimento Olives, UPC#899682002828
Packaged food and beverages
- Substance
- Lead and lead compounds
- Party
- Filthy Brands, LLC
- Category
- Preserved fruit, vegetables and jams
- Prop 65 notices
Gymkhana, Tikka Medium Masala Simmer Sauce, UPC#860014094828, Gymkhana, Korma Mild Simmer Sauce, UPC#860014094842, Gymkhana, Madras Hot Simmer Sauce, UPC#860014094835
Packaged food and beverages
- Substance
- Lead and lead compounds
- Party
- GK Fine Foods Inc.
- Category
- Sauces and condiments
- Prop 65 notices
Rishi Turmeric Ginger Chai, UPC# 741391976443
Packaged food and beverages
- Substance
- Lead
- Party
- Diaspora Tea & Herb Company, LLC, Good Food Holdings, LLC, Good Food Holdings, LLC dba Lazy Acres Market, E-Mart Inc., E-Mart America, Inc.
- Category
- Coffee, tea and infusions
- Prop 65 notices
Luke's Classic Lobster Ravioli with Vodka Sauce
Packaged food and beverages
- Substance
- Cadmium
- Party
- Lukes Seafood LLC, Mrs. Gooch's Natural Food Markets, Inc.
- Category
- Noodles and pasta
- Prop 65 notices
Sola Blueberry Bagels
Packaged food and beverages
- Substance
- Lead
- Party
- Spring Sola, LLC d/b/a Sola, Amazon.com Services LLC
- Category
- Bakery products
- Prop 65 notices
Blue Elephant – Thai Green Curry Sauce , Blue Elephant – Thai Red Curry Sauce
Packaged food and beverages
- Substance
- Lead
- Party
- Sequoia Southeast, Inc., Walmart Inc., Blue Elephant Bangkok Co Limited
- Category
- Sauces and condiments
- Prop 65 notices
Sprouts Gluten Free Cheese Ravioli
Packaged food and beverages
- Substance
- Lead
- Party
- Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc., Sprouts Inc., Manini’s LLC
- Category
- Noodles and pasta
- Prop 65 notices
Bigger Raspberry Lemonade Juice
Packaged food and beverages
- Substance
- Lead
- Party
- good2grow LLC
- Category
- Fruit and vegetable juices
Sub-categories
Further rules in sub-categories
These apply only to the sub-categories below, not to the whole category.
- Sugar confectionery4 additional rules
- Chocolate and cocoa products2 additional rules
- Nuts and seeds2 additional rules
- Preserved fruit, vegetables and jams1 additional rule
- Rice, grains and flour7 additional rules
- Canned and retorted foods1 additional rule
- Soups and broths1 additional rule
- Frozen and chilled ready meals2 additional rules
- Plant-based drinks and dairy alternatives27 additional rules
- Non-alcoholic beverages29 additional rules
- Alcoholic drinks27 additional rules
- Shelf-stable seafood products1 additional rule
See also
Related categories
- Bakery and confectionery
Sweet and baked goods.
- Snacks, nuts and dried produce
Snack foods and preserved plant produce.
- Staples and prepared meals
Grain, noodle, canned and ready-meal products.
- Dairy and plant-based alternatives
Dairy products and plant-based drinks.
- Non-alcoholic beverages
Ready-to-drink and drink-preparation products (EU 1169/2011 Annex III caffeine wording, sweetener wording and KR high-caffeine labelling attach to this group).
- Alcoholic drinks
Fermented and distilled alcoholic beverages sold prepacked: beer, wine, rice wine, spirits and liqueurs (KR 식품등의 표시기준 Ⅲ. 1. 거 주류; JP 食品表示基準 酒類; EU 1169/2011 Art. 16(4) and Art. 28 beverages over 1.2 % vol; GB and EU labelling of alcoholic strength).
- Seasonings, spreads, oils and sweeteners
Condiments, spices, edible oils and sugar-based spreads.
- Seafood and fermented foods
Shelf-stable seafood and fermented vegetables.
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