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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

Home and kitchen goodsMain sourcesfrom 1 Jan 20257 areas read · 7 not read yet
Sources read
  • food-contact framework (Reg. 1935/2004)
  • plastic food-contact materials (Reg. 10/2011)
  • bisphenols ban (Reg. 2024/3190)
  • ceramics lead/cadmium (Dir. 84/500)
  • PFAS in food-contact packaging (PPWR 2025/40)
  • REACH Annex XVII restrictions affecting home goods
  • General Product Safety Regulation (2023/988)
Not read yet
  • national food-contact rules of member states (e.g. France, Germany, Italy)
  • REACH SVHC candidate-list duties (Art. 33: list not obtainable)
  • Toy Safety and Construction Products rules
  • EU textile labelling
  • ecodesign/ESPR
  • CLP labelling
  • Furniture fire-safety national rules
Cosmetics and personal careMain sourcesfrom 18 May 20266 areas read · 6 not read yet
Sources read
  • Reg. 1223/2009 Annexes II (prohibited)
  • III (restricted)
  • IV (colourants)
  • V (preservatives)
  • VI (UV filters) and Art. 19 labelling
  • Arts. 4 to 13: Responsible Person, safety assessment and safety report (CPSR), product information file (PIF), CPNP notification
Not read yet
  • CLP classification and labelling of cosmetic mixtures
  • REACH Annex XVII entries beyond cosmetics (e.g. microplastics Reg. 2023/2055)
  • national rules (e.g. French recycling labels, German language rules)
  • claims criteria (Reg. 655/2013)
  • packaging law (PPWR)
  • Annex III-VI entries adopted after the stored consolidation
Packaged food and beveragesMain sourcesfrom 19 Aug 20264 areas read · 10 not read yet

Food regulations in their consolidated versions of 18 and 19 Aug 2026 and 1 Jan 2026.

Sources read
  • Reg. 1169/2011 food information (mandatory particulars Art. 9-10, ingredient list and 14 allergens Art. 18-21 and Annex II, nutrition declaration Art. 29-35 and Annex V, date marking Art. 24 and Annex X, net quantity Art. 23, language Art. 15, origin Art. 26)
  • Reg. 1333/2008 food additives (Annex II permitted uses by food category with maximum levels, Annex III)
  • Reg. 2023/915 maximum levels of contaminants
  • Reg. 178/2002 general food law (Art. 17-19 operators and importers)
Not read yet
  • Reg. 1924/2006 nutrition and health claims
  • Reg. 1829/2003 GMO authorisation
  • flavourings (Reg. 1334/2008)
  • novel foods (Reg. 2015/2283)
  • pesticide MRLs (Reg. 396/2005)
  • microbiological criteria (Reg. 2073/2005)
  • vertical product standards (e.g. chocolate, honey, juices)
  • official controls on imports (Reg. 2017/625)
  • national measures of member states
  • food-contact materials (covered under home and kitchen goods)
Consumer electronics and small appliancesMain sourcesfrom 1 Jul 20268 areas read · 7 not read yet
Sources read
  • RoHS Dir. 2011/65 restricted substances and Annex III/IV exemptions
  • WEEE Dir. 2012/19 marking and producer registration (per-Member-State registers not covered by ClaraDB)
  • LVD 2014/35, EMC 2014/30 and RED 2014/53 conformity marking and declaration of conformity
  • common charger Dir. 2022/2380
  • RED delegated Reg. 2022/30 cybersecurity
  • ecodesign and energy labelling for external power supplies (2019/1782), standby (2023/826), displays (2019/2021, 2019/2013) and light sources (2019/2020, 2019/2015)
  • GPSR (covered under home and kitchen goods)
  • Cyber Resilience Act 2024/2847
Not read yet
  • REACH SVHC article duty (candidate list not stored)
  • Battery Reg. 2023/1542 duties (covered under batteries and e-bikes)
  • ecodesign and labelling for vacuum cleaners, space heaters, fans, air conditioners and ovens
  • Machinery Dir. 2006/42 and outdoor noise Dir. 2000/14
  • national WEEE and packaging EPR registers
  • medical devices
  • toys
Batteries, e-bikes and power banksMain sourcesfrom 13 Aug 20264 areas read · 4 not read yet

Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 as consolidated on 13 Aug 2026.

Sources read
  • Reg. 2023/1542 as consolidated 2026-08-13: Annex I Hg, Cd, Pb restrictions, Art. 11 removability and replaceability, Art. 13 and Annex VI labelling, Art. 14 LMT state-of-health data, carbon footprint, passport, due diligence (as amended by 2025/1561), EPR and waste duties as in the text
  • Directive 2006/66 (repealed 2025-08-18) for transitional provisions only
  • Reg. 168/2013 L-category and pedal-assist boundary (Art. 2(2)(h))
  • power banks and battery chargers as electrical equipment: EMC 2014/30, LVD 2014/35, RED 2014/53, RoHS 2011/65 and WEEE 2012/19 duties (the electronics rules applied to these categories)
Not read yet
  • delegated and implementing acts: 2025/606 recycling efficiency, 2025/2289 reporting, the Art. 13 labelling implementing act (not yet adopted), harmonised standards (Decision 2026/2048)
  • for e-bikes and e-scooters: Machinery Directive and EN 15194 / EN 17128 standards (paid)
  • national EPR registers, UN 38.3 and ADR carriage rules
  • enforcement, penalties and market-surveillance articles (Arts. 78 onward), Arts. 19, 21 to 37 (notified bodies), 44 to 46 and the battery-passport data model (Annex XIII) are not covered

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Regulation (EU) 2023/915 on maximum levels for certain contaminants in foodRegulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)538 rulesIn force from: 25 May 2023Industries: Food
Requirement
Applies when
Effective
Source
Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

Limit 8 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): Wheat gluten not placed on the market for the final consumer [EU:1.2.13]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.13 · Wheat gluten not placed on the market for the final consumer · 8,0

Annex I rows, point 1.2.13: Wheat gluten not placed on the market for the final consumer — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

Limit 3 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): Roasted coffee beans and ground roasted coffee except products listed in 1.2.15 [EU:1.2.14]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.14 · Roasted coffee beans and ground roasted coffee except products listed in 1.2.15 · 3,0

Annex I rows, point 1.2.14: Roasted coffee beans and ground roasted coffee except products listed in 1.2.15 — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

Limit 5 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): Soluble coffee (instant coffee) [EU:1.2.15]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.15 · Soluble coffee (instant coffee) · 5,0

Annex I rows, point 1.2.15: Soluble coffee (instant coffee) — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

Limit 3 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): Cocoa powder [EU:1.2.16]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.16 · Cocoa powder · 3,0

Annex I rows, point 1.2.16: Cocoa powder — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

Limit 15 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): Dried spices except products listed in 1.2.18 [EU:1.2.17]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.17 · Dried spices except products listed in 1.2.18 · 15 · The maximum level applies also to mixtures of dried spices.

Annex I rows, point 1.2.17: Dried spices except products listed in 1.2.18 — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

Limit 20 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): Capsicum spp. (dried fruits thereof, whole or ground, including chillies, chilli powder, cayenne or paprika) [EU:1.2.18]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.18 · Capsicum spp. (dried fruits thereof, whole or ground, including chillies, chilli powder, cayenne or paprika) · 20

Annex I rows, point 1.2.18: Capsicum spp. (dried fruits thereof, whole or ground, including chillies, chilli powder, cayenne or paprika) — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

Limit 20 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): Liquorice root (dried), including as an ingredient in herbal infusions [EU:1.2.19.1]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.19.1 · Liquorice root (dried), including as an ingredient in herbal infusions · 20

Annex I rows, point 1.2.19.1: Liquorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra, Glycyrrhiza inflata and other species) > Liquorice root (dried), including as an ingredient in herbal infusions — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

Limit 80 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): Liquorice extract for use in food in particular beverages and confectionary [EU:1.2.19.2]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.19.2 · Liquorice extract for use in food in particular beverages and confectionary · 80 · The maximum level applies to the pure and undiluted extract, whereby 1 kg of extract is obtained from 3 to 4 kg liquorice root.

Annex I rows, point 1.2.19.2: Liquorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra, Glycyrrhiza inflata and other species) > Liquorice extract for use in food in particular beverages and confectionary — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

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): Liquorice confectionery containing ≥ 97 % liquorice extract on dry basis [EU:1.2.19.3]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.19.3 · Liquorice confectionery containing ≥ 97 % liquorice extract on dry basis · 50

Annex I rows, point 1.2.19.3: Liquorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra, Glycyrrhiza inflata and other species) > Liquorice confectionery containing ≥ 97 % liquorice extract on dry basis — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

Limit 10 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): Other liquorice confectionery [EU:1.2.19.4]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.19.4 · Other liquorice confectionery · 10,0

Annex I rows, point 1.2.19.4: Liquorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra, Glycyrrhiza inflata and other species) > Other liquorice confectionery — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

Limit 15 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): Date syrup [EU:1.2.2]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.2 · Date syrup · 15

Annex I rows, point 1.2.2: Date syrup — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

Limit 2 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): Wine and fruit wine [EU:1.2.20]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.20 · Wine and fruit wine · 2,0 · Including semi-sparkling and sparkling wines, excluding liqueur wine and wine with an alcoholic strength of not less than 15 % vol. The maximum level applies to products produced from the 2005 harvest onwards.

Annex I rows, point 1.2.20: Wine and fruit wine — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

Limit 2 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): Aromatised wine, aromatised wine-based drinks and aromatised wine-product cocktails [EU:1.2.21]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.21 · Aromatised wine, aromatised wine-based drinks and aromatised wine-product cocktails · 2,0 · The maximum level applies to products produced from the 2005 harvest onwards. The maximum level applicable to these beverages is function of the proportion of wine and/or grape must present in the finished product.

Annex I rows, point 1.2.21: Aromatised wine, aromatised wine-based drinks and aromatised wine-product cocktails — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

Limit 2 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): Grape juice, grape juice from concentrate, concentrated grape juice, grape nectar, grape must and concentrated grape must, placed on the market for the final consumer [EU:1.2.22]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.22 · Grape juice, grape juice from concentrate, concentrated grape juice, grape nectar, grape must and concentrated grape must, placed on the market for the final consumer · 2,0 · For concentrated grape juice or concentrated grape must, the maximum level applies to juice or must as reconstituted. The maximum level applies to products produced from the 2005 harvest onwards.

Annex I rows, point 1.2.22: Grape juice, grape juice from concentrate, concentrated grape juice, grape nectar, grape must and concentrated grape must, placed on the market for the final consumer — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

Limit 0.5 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 and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children [EU:1.2.23]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.23 · Baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children · 0,50 · The maximum level applies to the dry matter(5) of the product as placed on the market.

Annex I rows, point 1.2.23: Baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

Limit 0.5 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): Food for special medical purposes intended for infants and young children [EU:1.2.24]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.24 · Food for special medical purposes intended for infants and young children · 0,50 · The maximum level applies in the case of milk, milk products and similar products to the products ready to use (placed on the market as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer) and in the case of products other than milk, milk products and similar products to the dry matter(5).

Annex I rows, point 1.2.24: Food for special medical purposes intended for infants and young children — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

Limit 10 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): Pistachios to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment before placing on the market for final consumer or use as an ingredient in food [EU:1.2.3]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.3 · Pistachios to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment before placing on the market for final consumer or use as an ingredient in food · 10,0 · If tree nuts ‘in shell’ are analysed, it is assumed, when calculating the ochratoxin A content, that all the contamination is on the edible part.

Annex I rows, point 1.2.3: Pistachios to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment before placing on the market for final consumer or use as an ingredient in food — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

Limit 5 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): Pistachios placed on the market for final consumer or use as ingredient in foods [EU:1.2.4]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.4 · Pistachios placed on the market for final consumer or use as ingredient in foods · 5,0 · If tree nuts ‘in shell’ are analysed, it is assumed, when calculating the ochratoxin A content, that all the contamination is on the edible part.

Annex I rows, point 1.2.4: Pistachios placed on the market for final consumer or use as ingredient in foods — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

Limit 10 µg/kg (content basis)

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  • Food category (contaminant tables): Dried herbs [EU:1.2.5]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.5 · Dried herbs · 10,0

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Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

Limit 15 µg/kg (content basis)

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  • Food category (contaminant tables): Ginger roots (dried) for use in herbal infusions [EU:1.2.6]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.6 · Ginger roots (dried) for use in herbal infusions · 15

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Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

Limit 20 µg/kg (content basis)

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  • Food category (contaminant tables): Marshmallow roots (dried), dandelion roots (dried) and orange blossoms (dried) for use in herbal infusions or in coffee substitutes [EU:1.2.7]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.7 · Marshmallow roots (dried), dandelion roots (dried) and orange blossoms (dried) for use in herbal infusions or in coffee substitutes · 20

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Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

Limit 5 µg/kg (content basis)

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  • Food category (contaminant tables): Sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, (water) melon seeds, hempseeds, soybeans [EU:1.2.8]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.8 · Sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, (water) melon seeds, hempseeds, soybeans · 5,0

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Limit
Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

Limit 5 µg/kg (content basis)

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  • Food category (contaminant tables): Unprocessed cereal grains [EU:1.2.9]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

From the consolidated text: 1.2.9 · Unprocessed cereal grains · 5,0 · The maximum level applies to unprocessed cereal grains (in case of oats, grains with husk) placed on the market for first-stage processing (6).

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

Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis)

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  • Food category (contaminant tables): Banana chips [EU:5.1.1]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

Point
5.1.1
Foodstuffs
Banana chips
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
2,0
Sum of PAHs (µg/kg)
20,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b) fluoranthene and chrysene)

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

Limit 20 µg/kg (content basis)

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  • Food category (contaminant tables): Banana chips [EU:5.1.1]

Depends on: contaminant food category

In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

Point
5.1.1
Foodstuffs
Banana chips
Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
2,0
Sum of PAHs (µg/kg)
20,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b) fluoranthene and chrysene)

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  • Limit
    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 8 µg/kg (content basis)

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    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Wheat gluten not placed on the market for the final consumer [EU:1.2.13]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.13 · Wheat gluten not placed on the market for the final consumer · 8,0

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.13: Wheat gluten not placed on the market for the final consumer — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 3 µg/kg (content basis)

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    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Roasted coffee beans and ground roasted coffee except products listed in 1.2.15 [EU:1.2.14]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.14 · Roasted coffee beans and ground roasted coffee except products listed in 1.2.15 · 3,0

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.14: Roasted coffee beans and ground roasted coffee except products listed in 1.2.15 — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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  • Limit
    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 5 µg/kg (content basis)

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    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Soluble coffee (instant coffee) [EU:1.2.15]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.15 · Soluble coffee (instant coffee) · 5,0

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.15: Soluble coffee (instant coffee) — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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  • Limit
    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 3 µg/kg (content basis)

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    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Cocoa powder [EU:1.2.16]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.16 · Cocoa powder · 3,0

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.16: Cocoa powder — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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  • Limit
    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 15 µg/kg (content basis)

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    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Dried spices except products listed in 1.2.18 [EU:1.2.17]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.17 · Dried spices except products listed in 1.2.18 · 15 · The maximum level applies also to mixtures of dried spices.

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.17: Dried spices except products listed in 1.2.18 — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 20 µg/kg (content basis)

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    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Capsicum spp. (dried fruits thereof, whole or ground, including chillies, chilli powder, cayenne or paprika) [EU:1.2.18]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.18 · Capsicum spp. (dried fruits thereof, whole or ground, including chillies, chilli powder, cayenne or paprika) · 20

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.18: Capsicum spp. (dried fruits thereof, whole or ground, including chillies, chilli powder, cayenne or paprika) — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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  • Limit
    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 20 µg/kg (content basis)

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    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Liquorice root (dried), including as an ingredient in herbal infusions [EU:1.2.19.1]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.19.1 · Liquorice root (dried), including as an ingredient in herbal infusions · 20

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.19.1: Liquorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra, Glycyrrhiza inflata and other species) > Liquorice root (dried), including as an ingredient in herbal infusions — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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  • Limit
    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 80 µg/kg (content basis)

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    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Liquorice extract for use in food in particular beverages and confectionary [EU:1.2.19.2]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.19.2 · Liquorice extract for use in food in particular beverages and confectionary · 80 · The maximum level applies to the pure and undiluted extract, whereby 1 kg of extract is obtained from 3 to 4 kg liquorice root.

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.19.2: Liquorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra, Glycyrrhiza inflata and other species) > Liquorice extract for use in food in particular beverages and confectionary — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 50 µg/kg (content basis)

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    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Liquorice confectionery containing ≥ 97 % liquorice extract on dry basis [EU:1.2.19.3]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.19.3 · Liquorice confectionery containing ≥ 97 % liquorice extract on dry basis · 50

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.19.3: Liquorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra, Glycyrrhiza inflata and other species) > Liquorice confectionery containing ≥ 97 % liquorice extract on dry basis — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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  • Limit
    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 10 µg/kg (content basis)

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    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Other liquorice confectionery [EU:1.2.19.4]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.19.4 · Other liquorice confectionery · 10,0

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.19.4: Liquorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra, Glycyrrhiza inflata and other species) > Other liquorice confectionery — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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  • Limit
    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 15 µg/kg (content basis)

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    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Date syrup [EU:1.2.2]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.2 · Date syrup · 15

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.2: Date syrup — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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  • Limit
    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis)

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    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Wine and fruit wine [EU:1.2.20]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.20 · Wine and fruit wine · 2,0 · Including semi-sparkling and sparkling wines, excluding liqueur wine and wine with an alcoholic strength of not less than 15 % vol. The maximum level applies to products produced from the 2005 harvest onwards.

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.20: Wine and fruit wine — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis)

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    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Aromatised wine, aromatised wine-based drinks and aromatised wine-product cocktails [EU:1.2.21]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.21 · Aromatised wine, aromatised wine-based drinks and aromatised wine-product cocktails · 2,0 · The maximum level applies to products produced from the 2005 harvest onwards. The maximum level applicable to these beverages is function of the proportion of wine and/or grape must present in the finished product.

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.21: Aromatised wine, aromatised wine-based drinks and aromatised wine-product cocktails — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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  • Limit
    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis)

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    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Grape juice, grape juice from concentrate, concentrated grape juice, grape nectar, grape must and concentrated grape must, placed on the market for the final consumer [EU:1.2.22]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.22 · Grape juice, grape juice from concentrate, concentrated grape juice, grape nectar, grape must and concentrated grape must, placed on the market for the final consumer · 2,0 · For concentrated grape juice or concentrated grape must, the maximum level applies to juice or must as reconstituted. The maximum level applies to products produced from the 2005 harvest onwards.

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.22: Grape juice, grape juice from concentrate, concentrated grape juice, grape nectar, grape must and concentrated grape must, placed on the market for the final consumer — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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  • Limit
    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 0.5 µg/kg (content basis)

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    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children [EU:1.2.23]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.23 · Baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children · 0,50 · The maximum level applies to the dry matter(5) of the product as placed on the market.

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.23: Baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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  • Limit
    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 0.5 µg/kg (content basis)

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    Applies when
    • Food category (contaminant tables): Food for special medical purposes intended for infants and young children [EU:1.2.24]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.24 · Food for special medical purposes intended for infants and young children · 0,50 · The maximum level applies in the case of milk, milk products and similar products to the products ready to use (placed on the market as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer) and in the case of products other than milk, milk products and similar products to the dry matter(5).

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.24: Food for special medical purposes intended for infants and young children — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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  • Limit
    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 10 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): Pistachios to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment before placing on the market for final consumer or use as an ingredient in food [EU:1.2.3]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.3 · Pistachios to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment before placing on the market for final consumer or use as an ingredient in food · 10,0 · If tree nuts ‘in shell’ are analysed, it is assumed, when calculating the ochratoxin A content, that all the contamination is on the edible part.

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.3: Pistachios to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment before placing on the market for final consumer or use as an ingredient in food — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

    European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 5 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): Pistachios placed on the market for final consumer or use as ingredient in foods [EU:1.2.4]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.4 · Pistachios placed on the market for final consumer or use as ingredient in foods · 5,0 · If tree nuts ‘in shell’ are analysed, it is assumed, when calculating the ochratoxin A content, that all the contamination is on the edible part.

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.4: Pistachios placed on the market for final consumer or use as ingredient in foods — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

    European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 10 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): Dried herbs [EU:1.2.5]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.5 · Dried herbs · 10,0

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.5: Dried herbs — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

    European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 15 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): Ginger roots (dried) for use in herbal infusions [EU:1.2.6]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.6 · Ginger roots (dried) for use in herbal infusions · 15

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.6: Ginger roots (dried) for use in herbal infusions — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

    European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 20 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): Marshmallow roots (dried), dandelion roots (dried) and orange blossoms (dried) for use in herbal infusions or in coffee substitutes [EU:1.2.7]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.7 · Marshmallow roots (dried), dandelion roots (dried) and orange blossoms (dried) for use in herbal infusions or in coffee substitutes · 20

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.7: Marshmallow roots (dried), dandelion roots (dried) and orange blossoms (dried) for use in herbal infusions or in coffee substitutes — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

    European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 5 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): Sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, (water) melon seeds, hempseeds, soybeans [EU:1.2.8]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.8 · Sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, (water) melon seeds, hempseeds, soybeans · 5,0

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.8: Sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, (water) melon seeds, hempseeds, soybeans — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

    European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Ochratoxin A (CAS 303-47-9)

    Limit 5 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): Unprocessed cereal grains [EU:1.2.9]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.9 · Unprocessed cereal grains · 5,0 · The maximum level applies to unprocessed cereal grains (in case of oats, grains with husk) placed on the market for first-stage processing (6).

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.9: Unprocessed cereal grains — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

    European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
  • Limit
    Benzo[a]pyrene (CAS 50-32-8)

    Limit 2 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): Banana chips [EU:5.1.1]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source
    Point
    5.1.1
    Foodstuffs
    Banana chips
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    2,0
    Sum of PAHs (µg/kg)
    20,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b) fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex I rows, point 5.1.1: Banana chips — Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) · fetched 2026-10-17

    European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(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)

    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): Banana chips [EU:5.1.1]

    Depends on: contaminant food category

    Effective

    In force since 25 May 2023

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

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

    Source
    Point
    5.1.1
    Foodstuffs
    Banana chips
    Benzo(a)pyrene (µg/kg)
    2,0
    Sum of PAHs (µg/kg)
    20,0 (benzo(a)pyrene, benz(a)anthracene, benzo(b) fluoranthene and chrysene)

    Annex I rows, point 5.1.1: Banana chips — Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) · 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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