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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 (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additivesRegulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (consolidated 2026-08-18)2,648 rulesIn force from: 20 Jan 2010Industries: Food
Requirement
Applies when
Effective
Source
Conformity
Polydextrose

Must meet the conditions of E 1200 Polydextrose is authorised in food category 14.2.1 Beer and malt beverages at quantum satis (no maximum level).

Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02008R1333-20260818 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.

  • EU food category: Beer and malt beverages [14.2.1]

Depends on: eu food category code

In force since 25 Jun 2012

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 Jun 2012

The row states a period of application beginning 2012-06-25.

From the consolidated text: E 1200 · Polydextrose · quantum satis · Only energy-reduced and low-alcohol beers Period of application: From 25 June 2012

Annex II rows, Part E, category 14.2.1; row: E 1200 Polydextrose · fetched 2026-10-09

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (consolidated 2026-08-18)(opens in a new tab)
Conformity
Lactic acid

Must meet the conditions of E 270 Lactic acid is authorised in food category 14.2.1 Beer and malt beverages at quantum satis (no maximum level).

Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02008R1333-20260818 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.

  • EU food category: Beer and malt beverages [14.2.1]

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

Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

From the consolidated text: E 270 · Lactic acid · quantum satis

Annex II rows, Part E, category 14.2.1; row: E 270 Lactic acid · fetched 2026-10-09

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (consolidated 2026-08-18)(opens in a new tab)
Conformity
Ascorbic acid

Must meet the conditions of E 300 Ascorbic acid is authorised in food category 14.2.1 Beer and malt beverages at quantum satis (no maximum level).

Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02008R1333-20260818 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.

  • EU food category: Beer and malt beverages [14.2.1]

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

Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

From the consolidated text: E 300 · Ascorbic acid · quantum satis

Annex II rows, Part E, category 14.2.1; row: E 300 Ascorbic acid · fetched 2026-10-09

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (consolidated 2026-08-18)(opens in a new tab)
Conformity
Sodium ascorbate

Must meet the conditions of E 301 Sodium ascorbate is authorised in food category 14.2.1 Beer and malt beverages at quantum satis (no maximum level).

Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02008R1333-20260818 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.

  • EU food category: Beer and malt beverages [14.2.1]

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

Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

From the consolidated text: E 301 · Sodium ascorbate · quantum satis

Annex II rows, Part E, category 14.2.1; row: E 301 Sodium ascorbate · fetched 2026-10-09

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (consolidated 2026-08-18)(opens in a new tab)
Conformity
Citric acid

Must meet the conditions of E 330 Citric acid is authorised in food category 14.2.1 Beer and malt beverages at quantum satis (no maximum level).

Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02008R1333-20260818 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.

  • EU food category: Beer and malt beverages [14.2.1]

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

Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

From the consolidated text: E 330 · Citric acid · quantum satis

Annex II rows, Part E, category 14.2.1; row: E 330 Citric acid · fetched 2026-10-09

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (consolidated 2026-08-18)(opens in a new tab)
Conformity
Gum arabic (acacia gum)

Must meet the conditions of E 414 Gum arabic (acacia gum) is authorised in food category 14.2.1 Beer and malt beverages at quantum satis (no maximum level).

Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02008R1333-20260818 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.

  • EU food category: Beer and malt beverages [14.2.1]

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

Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

From the consolidated text: E 414 · Gum arabic (acacia gum) · quantum satis

Annex II rows, Part E, category 14.2.1; row: E 414 Gum arabic (acacia gum) · fetched 2026-10-09

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (consolidated 2026-08-18)(opens in a new tab)
  • EU food category: Canned or bottled fruit and vegetables [04.2.3]

Depends on: eu food category code

Dates run from 20 Jan 2010 to 6 Feb 2013

Each rule has its own date; open a target.

Example: Caramels (E 150a–d) as defined in European Union

From the consolidated text: E 150a-d · Caramels · quantum satis · only preserves of red fruit

Annex II rows, Part E, category 04.2.3; row: E 150a-d Caramels · fetched 2026-10-09

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (consolidated 2026-08-18)(opens in a new tab)
  • EU food category: Meat preparations as defined by Regulation (EC) No 853/2004 [08.2]

Depends on: eu food category code

20 Jan 2010

Each rule has its own date; open a target.

Example: Caramels (E 150a–d) as defined in European Union

From the consolidated text: E 150a-d · Caramels · quantum satis · only breakfast sausages with a minimum cereal content of 6 %, burger meatwith a minimum vegetable and/or cereal content of 4 % mixed within the meat (in these products, the meat is minced in such a way so that the muscle and fat tissue are completely dispersed, so that fibre makes an emulsion with the fat, giving those products their typical appearance),

Conformity
Silicon dioxide – silicates (E 551–553) as defined in European Union

Must meet the conditions of E 551-553 Silicon dioxide – silicates is authorised in food category 11.1 Sugars and syrups as defined by Directive 2001/111/EC at quantum satis (no maximum level).

Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02008R1333-20260818 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.

  • EU food category: Sugars and syrups as defined by Directive 2001/111/EC [11.1]

Depends on: eu food category code

In force since 1 Feb 2014

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

The row states a period of application beginning 2014-02-01.

From the consolidated text: E 551-553 · Silicon dioxide – silicates · quantum satis · (1) · only foods in tablet and coated tablet form Period of application: from 1 February 2014

Annex II rows, Part E, category 11.1; row: E 551-553 Silicon dioxide – silicates · fetched 2026-10-09

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (consolidated 2026-08-18)(opens in a new tab)
Conformity
Silicon dioxide – silicates (E 551–559) as defined in European Union

Must meet the conditions of E 551-559 Silicon dioxide – silicates is authorised in food category 11.1 Sugars and syrups as defined by Directive 2001/111/EC at quantum satis (no maximum level).

The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).

Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02008R1333-20260818 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.

  • EU food category: Sugars and syrups as defined by Directive 2001/111/EC [11.1]

Depends on: eu food category code

Repealed

Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked. The row sits in the block marked ▼M7 (inserted or replaced by an amending act); the published text lists the amending acts with their Official Journal publication dates only, not their application dates, so 20 January 2010 (Art. 35) stands in for the row's start date.

From the consolidated text: E 551-559 · Silicon dioxide – silicates · quantum satis · (1) · only foods in tablet and coated tablet form Period of application: until 31 January 2014

Annex II rows, Part E, category 11.1; row: E 551-559 Silicon dioxide – silicates · fetched 2026-10-09

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (consolidated 2026-08-18)(opens in a new tab)
  • EU food category: Ripened cheese [01.7.2]

Depends on: eu food category code

20 Jan 2010

Each rule has its own date; open a target.

Example: Sorbic acid – potassium sorbate (E 200–202) as defined in European Union

From the consolidated text: E 200-202 · Sorbic acid – potassium sorbate · quantum satis · only ripened products surface treatment

Annex II rows, Part E, category 01.7.2; row: E 200-202 Sorbic acid – potassium sorbate · fetched 2026-10-09

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (consolidated 2026-08-18)(opens in a new tab)
Conformity
Sucrose esters of fatty acids, Sucroglycerides (E 473–474) as defined in European Union

Must meet the conditions of E 473-474 Sucrose esters of fatty acids — sucroglycerides is authorised in food category 04.1.1 Entire fresh fruit and vegetables at quantum satis (no maximum level).

Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02008R1333-20260818 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.

  • EU food category: Entire fresh fruit and vegetables [04.1.1]

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

Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

From the consolidated text: E 473-474 · Sucrose esters of fatty acids — sucroglycerides · quantum satis · (1) · only fresh fruits, surface treatment

Annex II rows, Part E, category 04.1.1; row: E 473-474 Sucrose esters of fatty acids — sucroglycerides · fetched 2026-10-09

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (consolidated 2026-08-18)(opens in a new tab)
Conformity
Mono-and diglycerides of fatty acids

Must meet the conditions of E 471 Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids is authorised in food category 04.1.1 Entire fresh fruit and vegetables at quantum satis (no maximum level).

The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).

Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02008R1333-20260818 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.

  • EU food category: Entire fresh fruit and vegetables [04.1.1]

Depends on: eu food category code

In force, start date unknown

Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked. The row sits in the block marked ▼M118 (inserted or replaced by an amending act); the published text lists the amending acts with their Official Journal publication dates only, not their application dates, so 20 January 2010 (Art. 35) stands in for the row's start date.

From the consolidated text: E 471 · Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids · quantum satis · only for the surface treatment of citrus fruit, melons, pineapples, bananas, papayas, mangoes, avocados, pomegranates, passion fruit, kiwis and cassavas

Annex II rows, Part E, category 04.1.1; row: E 471 Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids · fetched 2026-10-09

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (consolidated 2026-08-18)(opens in a new tab)
Conformity
Beeswax, white and yellow

Must meet the conditions of E 901 Beeswax, white and yellow is authorised in food category 04.1.1 Entire fresh fruit and vegetables at quantum satis (no maximum level).

The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).

Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02008R1333-20260818 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.

  • EU food category: Entire fresh fruit and vegetables [04.1.1]

Depends on: eu food category code

In force, start date unknown

Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked. The row sits in the block marked ▼M16 (inserted or replaced by an amending act); the published text lists the amending acts with their Official Journal publication dates only, not their application dates, so 20 January 2010 (Art. 35) stands in for the row's start date.

From the consolidated text: E 901 · Beeswax, white and yellow · quantum satis · only for the surface treatment of fruit: citrus fruit, melons, apples, pears, peaches, pineapples, bananas, mangoes, avocados and pomegranates and as glazing agent on nuts Period of application as regards bananas, mangoes, avocados and pomegranates: From 25 December 2012

Annex II rows, Part E, category 04.1.1; row: E 901 Beeswax, white and yellow · fetched 2026-10-09

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (consolidated 2026-08-18)(opens in a new tab)
Conformity
Candelilla wax

Must meet the conditions of E 902 Candelilla wax is authorised in food category 04.1.1 Entire fresh fruit and vegetables at quantum satis (no maximum level).

Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02008R1333-20260818 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.

  • EU food category: Entire fresh fruit and vegetables [04.1.1]

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

Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

From the consolidated text: E 902 · Candelilla wax · quantum satis · only surface treatment of citrus fruit, melons, apples, pears, peaches and pineapples and glazing agent on nuts

Annex II rows, Part E, category 04.1.1; row: E 902 Candelilla wax · fetched 2026-10-09

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (consolidated 2026-08-18)(opens in a new tab)
Conformity
Shellac

Must meet the conditions of E 904 Shellac is authorised in food category 04.1.1 Entire fresh fruit and vegetables at quantum satis (no maximum level).

The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).

Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02008R1333-20260818 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.

  • EU food category: Entire fresh fruit and vegetables [04.1.1]

Depends on: eu food category code

In force, start date unknown

Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked. The row sits in the block marked ▼M16 (inserted or replaced by an amending act); the published text lists the amending acts with their Official Journal publication dates only, not their application dates, so 20 January 2010 (Art. 35) stands in for the row's start date.

From the consolidated text: E 904 · Shellac · quantum satis · only for the surface treatment of fruit: citrus fruit, melons, apples, pears, peaches, pineapples, pomegranates, mangoes, avocados and papayas and as glazing agent on nuts Period of application as regards pomegranates, mangoes, avocados and papayas: From 25 December 2012.

Conformity
Microcrystalline wax

Must meet the conditions of E 905 Microcrystalline wax is authorised in food category 04.1.1 Entire fresh fruit and vegetables at quantum satis (no maximum level).

The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).

Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02008R1333-20260818 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.

  • EU food category: Entire fresh fruit and vegetables [04.1.1]

Depends on: eu food category code

In force, start date unknown

Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked. The row sits in the block marked ▼M16 (inserted or replaced by an amending act); the published text lists the amending acts with their Official Journal publication dates only, not their application dates, so 20 January 2010 (Art. 35) stands in for the row's start date.

From the consolidated text: E 905 · Microcrystalline wax · quantum satis · only for the surface treatment of fruit: melons, papayas, mangoes, avocados and pineapples Period of application pineapples: From 25 December 2012

Annex II rows, Part E, category 04.1.1; row: E 905 Microcrystalline wax · fetched 2026-10-09

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (consolidated 2026-08-18)(opens in a new tab)
Conformity
Oxidised polyethylene wax

Must meet the conditions of E 914 Oxidised polyethylene wax is authorised in food category 04.1.1 Entire fresh fruit and vegetables at quantum satis (no maximum level).

Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02008R1333-20260818 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.

  • EU food category: Entire fresh fruit and vegetables [04.1.1]

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

Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

From the consolidated text: E 914 · Oxidised polyethylene wax · quantum satis · only surface treatment of citrus fruit, melons, papaya, mango, avocado and pineapple

Annex II rows, Part E, category 04.1.1; row: E 914 Oxidised polyethylene wax · fetched 2026-10-09

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (consolidated 2026-08-18)(opens in a new tab)
Conformity x 14

14 rules from Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives

Must meet the conditions of E 100 Curcumin is authorised in food category 02.1 Fats and oils essentially free from water (excluding anhydrous milkfat) at quantum satis (no maximum level).

Show targets (14 of 14)
  • EU food category: Fats and oils essentially free from water (excluding anhydrous milkfat) [02.1]

Depends on: eu food category code

20 Jan 2010

Each rule has its own date; open a target.

Example: Curcumin

From the consolidated text: E 100 · Curcumin · quantum satis · only fats

Conformity
Allura Red AC

Must meet the conditions of E 129 Allura Red AG is authorised in food category 08.1 Fresh meat, excluding meat preparations as defined by Regulation (EC) No 853/2004 at quantum satis (no maximum level).

Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02008R1333-20260818 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.

  • EU food category: Fresh meat, excluding meat preparations as defined by Regulation (EC) No 853/2004 [08.1]

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

Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

From the consolidated text: E 129 · Allura Red AG · quantum satis · only for the purpose of health marking

Annex II rows, Part E, category 08.1; row: E 129 Allura Red AG · fetched 2026-10-09

European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (consolidated 2026-08-18)(opens in a new tab)
Conformity
Brilliant Blue FCF

Must meet the conditions of E 133 Brilliant Blue FCF is authorised in food category 08.1 Fresh meat, excluding meat preparations as defined by Regulation (EC) No 853/2004 at quantum satis (no maximum level).

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  • EU food category: Fresh meat, excluding meat preparations as defined by Regulation (EC) No 853/2004 [08.1]

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

Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

From the consolidated text: E 133 · Brilliant Blue FCF · quantum satis · only for the purpose of health marking

Annex II rows, Part E, category 08.1; row: E 133 Brilliant Blue FCF · fetched 2026-10-09

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Conformity
Brown HT

Must meet the conditions of E 155 Brown HT is authorised in food category 08.1 Fresh meat, excluding meat preparations as defined by Regulation (EC) No 853/2004 at quantum satis (no maximum level).

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  • EU food category: Fresh meat, excluding meat preparations as defined by Regulation (EC) No 853/2004 [08.1]

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

Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

From the consolidated text: E 155 · Brown HT · quantum satis · only for the purpose of health marking

Conformity x 20

20 rules from Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives

Must meet the conditions of E 1404 Oxidised starch is authorised in food category 01.6.2 Unflavoured live fermented cream products and substitute products with a fat content of less than 20 % at quantum satis (no maximum level).

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  • EU food category: Unflavoured live fermented cream products and substitute products with a fat content of less than 20 % [01.6.2]

Depends on: eu food category code

20 Jan 2010

Each rule has its own date; open a target.

Example: Oxidised starch

From the consolidated text: E 1404 · Oxidised starch · quantum satis

Annex II rows, Part E, category 01.6.2; row: E 1404 Oxidised starch · fetched 2026-10-09

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Conformity
Carotenes

Must meet the conditions of E 160a Carotenes is authorised in food category 02.2.1 Butter and concentrated butter and butter oil and anhydrous milkfat at quantum satis (no maximum level).

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  • EU food category: Butter and concentrated butter and butter oil and anhydrous milkfat [02.2.1]

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

Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

From the consolidated text: E 160a · Carotenes · quantum satis · except butter from sheep and goats milk

Conformity
Sodium carbonates

Must meet the conditions of E 500 Sodium carbonates is authorised in food category 02.2.1 Butter and concentrated butter and butter oil and anhydrous milkfat at quantum satis (no maximum level).

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  • EU food category: Butter and concentrated butter and butter oil and anhydrous milkfat [02.2.1]

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

Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

From the consolidated text: E 500 · Sodium carbonates · quantum satis · only soured cream butter

Annex II rows, Part E, category 02.2.1; row: E 500 Sodium carbonates · fetched 2026-10-09

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  • Conformity
    Polydextrose

    Must meet the conditions of E 1200 Polydextrose is authorised in food category 14.2.1 Beer and malt beverages at quantum satis (no maximum level).

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    Applies when
    • EU food category: Beer and malt beverages [14.2.1]

    Depends on: eu food category code

    Effective

    In force since 25 Jun 2012

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 25 Jun 2012

    The row states a period of application beginning 2012-06-25.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: E 1200 · Polydextrose · quantum satis · Only energy-reduced and low-alcohol beers Period of application: From 25 June 2012

    Annex II rows, Part E, category 14.2.1; row: E 1200 Polydextrose · fetched 2026-10-09

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  • Conformity
    Lactic acid

    Must meet the conditions of E 270 Lactic acid is authorised in food category 14.2.1 Beer and malt beverages at quantum satis (no maximum level).

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    Applies when
    • EU food category: Beer and malt beverages [14.2.1]

    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

    Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: E 270 · Lactic acid · quantum satis

    Annex II rows, Part E, category 14.2.1; row: E 270 Lactic acid · fetched 2026-10-09

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  • Conformity
    Ascorbic acid

    Must meet the conditions of E 300 Ascorbic acid is authorised in food category 14.2.1 Beer and malt beverages at quantum satis (no maximum level).

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    Applies when
    • EU food category: Beer and malt beverages [14.2.1]

    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

    Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: E 300 · Ascorbic acid · quantum satis

    Annex II rows, Part E, category 14.2.1; row: E 300 Ascorbic acid · fetched 2026-10-09

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  • Conformity
    Sodium ascorbate

    Must meet the conditions of E 301 Sodium ascorbate is authorised in food category 14.2.1 Beer and malt beverages at quantum satis (no maximum level).

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    Applies when
    • EU food category: Beer and malt beverages [14.2.1]

    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

    Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: E 301 · Sodium ascorbate · quantum satis

    Annex II rows, Part E, category 14.2.1; row: E 301 Sodium ascorbate · fetched 2026-10-09

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  • Conformity
    Citric acid

    Must meet the conditions of E 330 Citric acid is authorised in food category 14.2.1 Beer and malt beverages at quantum satis (no maximum level).

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    Applies when
    • EU food category: Beer and malt beverages [14.2.1]

    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

    Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: E 330 · Citric acid · quantum satis

    Annex II rows, Part E, category 14.2.1; row: E 330 Citric acid · fetched 2026-10-09

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  • Conformity
    Gum arabic (acacia gum)

    Must meet the conditions of E 414 Gum arabic (acacia gum) is authorised in food category 14.2.1 Beer and malt beverages at quantum satis (no maximum level).

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    Applies when
    • EU food category: Beer and malt beverages [14.2.1]

    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

    Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: E 414 · Gum arabic (acacia gum) · quantum satis

    Annex II rows, Part E, category 14.2.1; row: E 414 Gum arabic (acacia gum) · fetched 2026-10-09

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  • Applies when
    • EU food category: Canned or bottled fruit and vegetables [04.2.3]

    Depends on: eu food category code

    Effective

    Dates run from 20 Jan 2010 to 6 Feb 2013

    Each rule has its own date; open a target.

    Source

    Example: Caramels (E 150a–d) as defined in European Union

    From the consolidated text: E 150a-d · Caramels · quantum satis · only preserves of red fruit

    Annex II rows, Part E, category 04.2.3; row: E 150a-d Caramels · fetched 2026-10-09

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  • Applies when
    • EU food category: Meat preparations as defined by Regulation (EC) No 853/2004 [08.2]

    Depends on: eu food category code

    Effective

    20 Jan 2010

    Each rule has its own date; open a target.

    Source

    Example: Caramels (E 150a–d) as defined in European Union

    From the consolidated text: E 150a-d · Caramels · quantum satis · only breakfast sausages with a minimum cereal content of 6 %, burger meatwith a minimum vegetable and/or cereal content of 4 % mixed within the meat (in these products, the meat is minced in such a way so that the muscle and fat tissue are completely dispersed, so that fibre makes an emulsion with the fat, giving those products their typical appearance),

  • Conformity
    Silicon dioxide – silicates (E 551–553) as defined in European Union

    Must meet the conditions of E 551-553 Silicon dioxide – silicates is authorised in food category 11.1 Sugars and syrups as defined by Directive 2001/111/EC at quantum satis (no maximum level).

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    Applies when
    • EU food category: Sugars and syrups as defined by Directive 2001/111/EC [11.1]

    Depends on: eu food category code

    Effective

    In force since 1 Feb 2014

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

    The row states a period of application beginning 2014-02-01.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: E 551-553 · Silicon dioxide – silicates · quantum satis · (1) · only foods in tablet and coated tablet form Period of application: from 1 February 2014

    Annex II rows, Part E, category 11.1; row: E 551-553 Silicon dioxide – silicates · fetched 2026-10-09

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  • Conformity
    Silicon dioxide – silicates (E 551–559) as defined in European Union

    Must meet the conditions of E 551-559 Silicon dioxide – silicates is authorised in food category 11.1 Sugars and syrups as defined by Directive 2001/111/EC at quantum satis (no maximum level).

    The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).

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    Applies when
    • EU food category: Sugars and syrups as defined by Directive 2001/111/EC [11.1]

    Depends on: eu food category code

    Effective
    Repealed

    Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked. The row sits in the block marked ▼M7 (inserted or replaced by an amending act); the published text lists the amending acts with their Official Journal publication dates only, not their application dates, so 20 January 2010 (Art. 35) stands in for the row's start date.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: E 551-559 · Silicon dioxide – silicates · quantum satis · (1) · only foods in tablet and coated tablet form Period of application: until 31 January 2014

    Annex II rows, Part E, category 11.1; row: E 551-559 Silicon dioxide – silicates · fetched 2026-10-09

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  • Applies when
    • EU food category: Ripened cheese [01.7.2]

    Depends on: eu food category code

    Effective

    20 Jan 2010

    Each rule has its own date; open a target.

    Source

    Example: Sorbic acid – potassium sorbate (E 200–202) as defined in European Union

    From the consolidated text: E 200-202 · Sorbic acid – potassium sorbate · quantum satis · only ripened products surface treatment

    Annex II rows, Part E, category 01.7.2; row: E 200-202 Sorbic acid – potassium sorbate · fetched 2026-10-09

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  • Conformity
    Sucrose esters of fatty acids, Sucroglycerides (E 473–474) as defined in European Union

    Must meet the conditions of E 473-474 Sucrose esters of fatty acids — sucroglycerides is authorised in food category 04.1.1 Entire fresh fruit and vegetables at quantum satis (no maximum level).

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    Applies when
    • EU food category: Entire fresh fruit and vegetables [04.1.1]

    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

    Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: E 473-474 · Sucrose esters of fatty acids — sucroglycerides · quantum satis · (1) · only fresh fruits, surface treatment

    Annex II rows, Part E, category 04.1.1; row: E 473-474 Sucrose esters of fatty acids — sucroglycerides · fetched 2026-10-09

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  • Conformity
    Mono-and diglycerides of fatty acids

    Must meet the conditions of E 471 Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids is authorised in food category 04.1.1 Entire fresh fruit and vegetables at quantum satis (no maximum level).

    The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).

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    Applies when
    • EU food category: Entire fresh fruit and vegetables [04.1.1]

    Depends on: eu food category code

    Effective

    In force, start date unknown

    Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked. The row sits in the block marked ▼M118 (inserted or replaced by an amending act); the published text lists the amending acts with their Official Journal publication dates only, not their application dates, so 20 January 2010 (Art. 35) stands in for the row's start date.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: E 471 · Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids · quantum satis · only for the surface treatment of citrus fruit, melons, pineapples, bananas, papayas, mangoes, avocados, pomegranates, passion fruit, kiwis and cassavas

    Annex II rows, Part E, category 04.1.1; row: E 471 Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids · fetched 2026-10-09

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  • Conformity
    Beeswax, white and yellow

    Must meet the conditions of E 901 Beeswax, white and yellow is authorised in food category 04.1.1 Entire fresh fruit and vegetables at quantum satis (no maximum level).

    The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).

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    Applies when
    • EU food category: Entire fresh fruit and vegetables [04.1.1]

    Depends on: eu food category code

    Effective

    In force, start date unknown

    Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked. The row sits in the block marked ▼M16 (inserted or replaced by an amending act); the published text lists the amending acts with their Official Journal publication dates only, not their application dates, so 20 January 2010 (Art. 35) stands in for the row's start date.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: E 901 · Beeswax, white and yellow · quantum satis · only for the surface treatment of fruit: citrus fruit, melons, apples, pears, peaches, pineapples, bananas, mangoes, avocados and pomegranates and as glazing agent on nuts Period of application as regards bananas, mangoes, avocados and pomegranates: From 25 December 2012

    Annex II rows, Part E, category 04.1.1; row: E 901 Beeswax, white and yellow · fetched 2026-10-09

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  • Conformity
    Candelilla wax

    Must meet the conditions of E 902 Candelilla wax is authorised in food category 04.1.1 Entire fresh fruit and vegetables at quantum satis (no maximum level).

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    Applies when
    • EU food category: Entire fresh fruit and vegetables [04.1.1]

    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

    Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: E 902 · Candelilla wax · quantum satis · only surface treatment of citrus fruit, melons, apples, pears, peaches and pineapples and glazing agent on nuts

    Annex II rows, Part E, category 04.1.1; row: E 902 Candelilla wax · fetched 2026-10-09

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  • Conformity
    Shellac

    Must meet the conditions of E 904 Shellac is authorised in food category 04.1.1 Entire fresh fruit and vegetables at quantum satis (no maximum level).

    The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).

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    Applies when
    • EU food category: Entire fresh fruit and vegetables [04.1.1]

    Depends on: eu food category code

    Effective

    In force, start date unknown

    Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked. The row sits in the block marked ▼M16 (inserted or replaced by an amending act); the published text lists the amending acts with their Official Journal publication dates only, not their application dates, so 20 January 2010 (Art. 35) stands in for the row's start date.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: E 904 · Shellac · quantum satis · only for the surface treatment of fruit: citrus fruit, melons, apples, pears, peaches, pineapples, pomegranates, mangoes, avocados and papayas and as glazing agent on nuts Period of application as regards pomegranates, mangoes, avocados and papayas: From 25 December 2012.

  • Conformity
    Microcrystalline wax

    Must meet the conditions of E 905 Microcrystalline wax is authorised in food category 04.1.1 Entire fresh fruit and vegetables at quantum satis (no maximum level).

    The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).

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    Applies when
    • EU food category: Entire fresh fruit and vegetables [04.1.1]

    Depends on: eu food category code

    Effective

    In force, start date unknown

    Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked. The row sits in the block marked ▼M16 (inserted or replaced by an amending act); the published text lists the amending acts with their Official Journal publication dates only, not their application dates, so 20 January 2010 (Art. 35) stands in for the row's start date.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: E 905 · Microcrystalline wax · quantum satis · only for the surface treatment of fruit: melons, papayas, mangoes, avocados and pineapples Period of application pineapples: From 25 December 2012

    Annex II rows, Part E, category 04.1.1; row: E 905 Microcrystalline wax · fetched 2026-10-09

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  • Conformity
    Oxidised polyethylene wax

    Must meet the conditions of E 914 Oxidised polyethylene wax is authorised in food category 04.1.1 Entire fresh fruit and vegetables at quantum satis (no maximum level).

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    Applies when
    • EU food category: Entire fresh fruit and vegetables [04.1.1]

    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

    Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: E 914 · Oxidised polyethylene wax · quantum satis · only surface treatment of citrus fruit, melons, papaya, mango, avocado and pineapple

    Annex II rows, Part E, category 04.1.1; row: E 914 Oxidised polyethylene wax · fetched 2026-10-09

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  • Conformity x 14

    14 rules from Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives

    Must meet the conditions of E 100 Curcumin is authorised in food category 02.1 Fats and oils essentially free from water (excluding anhydrous milkfat) at quantum satis (no maximum level).

    Show targets (14 of 14)
    Applies when
    • EU food category: Fats and oils essentially free from water (excluding anhydrous milkfat) [02.1]

    Depends on: eu food category code

    Effective

    20 Jan 2010

    Each rule has its own date; open a target.

    Source

    Example: Curcumin

    From the consolidated text: E 100 · Curcumin · quantum satis · only fats

  • Conformity
    Allura Red AC

    Must meet the conditions of E 129 Allura Red AG is authorised in food category 08.1 Fresh meat, excluding meat preparations as defined by Regulation (EC) No 853/2004 at quantum satis (no maximum level).

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    Applies when
    • EU food category: Fresh meat, excluding meat preparations as defined by Regulation (EC) No 853/2004 [08.1]

    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

    Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: E 129 · Allura Red AG · quantum satis · only for the purpose of health marking

    Annex II rows, Part E, category 08.1; row: E 129 Allura Red AG · fetched 2026-10-09

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  • Conformity
    Brilliant Blue FCF

    Must meet the conditions of E 133 Brilliant Blue FCF is authorised in food category 08.1 Fresh meat, excluding meat preparations as defined by Regulation (EC) No 853/2004 at quantum satis (no maximum level).

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    Applies when
    • EU food category: Fresh meat, excluding meat preparations as defined by Regulation (EC) No 853/2004 [08.1]

    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

    Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: E 133 · Brilliant Blue FCF · quantum satis · only for the purpose of health marking

    Annex II rows, Part E, category 08.1; row: E 133 Brilliant Blue FCF · fetched 2026-10-09

    European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (consolidated 2026-08-18)(opens in a new tab)
  • Conformity
    Brown HT

    Must meet the conditions of E 155 Brown HT is authorised in food category 08.1 Fresh meat, excluding meat preparations as defined by Regulation (EC) No 853/2004 at quantum satis (no maximum level).

    Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02008R1333-20260818 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.

    Applies when
    • EU food category: Fresh meat, excluding meat preparations as defined by Regulation (EC) No 853/2004 [08.1]

    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

    Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: E 155 · Brown HT · quantum satis · only for the purpose of health marking

  • Conformity x 20

    20 rules from Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives

    Must meet the conditions of E 1404 Oxidised starch is authorised in food category 01.6.2 Unflavoured live fermented cream products and substitute products with a fat content of less than 20 % at quantum satis (no maximum level).

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    Applies when
    • EU food category: Unflavoured live fermented cream products and substitute products with a fat content of less than 20 % [01.6.2]

    Depends on: eu food category code

    Effective

    20 Jan 2010

    Each rule has its own date; open a target.

    Source

    Example: Oxidised starch

    From the consolidated text: E 1404 · Oxidised starch · quantum satis

    Annex II rows, Part E, category 01.6.2; row: E 1404 Oxidised starch · fetched 2026-10-09

    European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (consolidated 2026-08-18)(opens in a new tab)
  • Conformity
    Carotenes

    Must meet the conditions of E 160a Carotenes is authorised in food category 02.2.1 Butter and concentrated butter and butter oil and anhydrous milkfat at quantum satis (no maximum level).

    Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02008R1333-20260818 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.

    Applies when
    • EU food category: Butter and concentrated butter and butter oil and anhydrous milkfat [02.2.1]

    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

    Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: E 160a · Carotenes · quantum satis · except butter from sheep and goats milk

  • Conformity
    Sodium carbonates

    Must meet the conditions of E 500 Sodium carbonates is authorised in food category 02.2.1 Butter and concentrated butter and butter oil and anhydrous milkfat at quantum satis (no maximum level).

    Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02008R1333-20260818 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.

    Applies when
    • EU food category: Butter and concentrated butter and butter oil and anhydrous milkfat [02.2.1]

    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

    Art. 35: applies from 20 January 2010; Annex II as consolidated 2026-08-18, amendment dates of single rows not tracked.

    Source

    From the consolidated text: E 500 · Sodium carbonates · quantum satis · only soured cream butter

    Annex II rows, Part E, category 02.2.1; row: E 500 Sodium carbonates · fetched 2026-10-09

    European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (consolidated 2026-08-18)(opens in a new tab)

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