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CAS 303-47-9

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No known rule

We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025 (Home and kitchen goods: 1 Jan 2025; Cosmetics and personal care: 1 Jan 2025; Packaged food and beverages: 7 Oct 2026; Consumer electronics and small appliances: 1 Jan 2025; Batteries, e-bikes and power banks: 1 Oct 2026), and this doesn't mean it's allowed.

Warning required

Warning required when exposure exceeds the threshold (no NSRL listed for this row). In force since 1 Jul 1991.

Chemical
Ochratoxin A
Type of toxicity
cancer
Listed by
an authoritative body (AB)
CAS No.
303-47-9
Date listed
1 Jul 1990

Prop 65 list row: Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-08

California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)
No known rule

We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025 (Home and kitchen goods: 1 Jan 2025; Cosmetics and personal care: 1 Jan 2025), and this doesn't mean it's allowed.

No known rule

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No known rule

We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.

No known rule

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No known rule

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No known rule

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No known rule

We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025 (Home and kitchen goods: 1 Jan 2025; Cosmetics and personal care: 1 Jan 2025), and this doesn't mean it's allowed.

No known rule

We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.

No known rule

We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025 (Home and kitchen goods: 1 Jan 2025; Cosmetics and personal care: 1 Jan 2025), and this doesn't mean it's allowed.

No known rule

We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.

No known rule

We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025 (Home and kitchen goods: 1 Jan 2025; Cosmetics and personal care: 1 Jan 2025; Batteries, e-bikes and power banks: 16 Sep 2023), and this doesn't mean it's allowed.

No known rule

We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025 (Home and kitchen goods: 1 Jan 2025; Cosmetics and personal care: not covered; Consumer electronics and small appliances: 1 Jan 2025), and this doesn't mean it's allowed.

No known rule

We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.

No known rule

We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025 (Home and kitchen goods: 1 Jan 2025; Cosmetics and personal care: 1 Jan 2025), and this doesn't mean it's allowed.

No known rule

We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025 (Home and kitchen goods: 1 Jan 2025; Cosmetics and personal care: 1 Jan 2025), and this doesn't mean it's allowed.

Limited

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 8 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

From the consolidated text: 1.2.1.1 · Dried vine fruits (currants, raisins and sultanas) and dried figs · 8,0

Annex I rows, point 1.2.1.1: Dried fruits > Dried vine fruits (currants, raisins and sultanas) and dried figs — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

From the consolidated text: 1.2.1.2 · Other dried fruits · 2,0

Annex I rows, point 1.2.1.2: Dried fruits > Other dried fruits — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 3 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

Remarks as written: "Including processed cereal products. Products derived from unprocessed cereal grains relate to products containing at least 80 % cereal products.".

From the consolidated text: 1.2.10 · Cereals placed on the market for the final consumer; Products derived from unprocessed cereal grains except products listed in 1.2.11, 1.2.12, 1.2.13, 1.2.23 and 1.2.24 · 3,0 · Including processed cereal products. Products derived from unprocessed cereal grains relate to products containing at least 80 % cereal products.

Annex I rows, point 1.2.10: Cereals placed on the market for the final consumer; Products derived from unprocessed cereal grains except products listed in 1.2.11, 1.2.12, 1.2.13, 1.2.23 and 1.2.24 — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

From the consolidated text: 1.2.11.1 · products not containing oilseeds, nuts or dried fruits · 2,0

Annex I rows, point 1.2.11.1: Bakery wares, cereal snacks and breakfast cereals > products not containing oilseeds, nuts or dried fruits — Ochratoxin A · 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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For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 4 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

From the consolidated text: 1.2.11.2 · products containing at least 20 % dried vine fruits and/or dried figs · 4,0

Annex I rows, point 1.2.11.2: Bakery wares, cereal snacks and breakfast cereals > products containing at least 20 % dried vine fruits and/or dried figs — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 3 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

From the consolidated text: 1.2.11.3 · other products containing oilseeds, nuts and/or dried fruits · 3,0

Annex I rows, point 1.2.11.3: Bakery wares, cereal snacks and breakfast cereals > other products containing oilseeds, nuts and/or dried fruits — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 3 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

From the consolidated text: 1.2.12 · Non-alcoholic malt beverages · 3,0

Annex I rows, point 1.2.12: Non-alcoholic malt beverages — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 8 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

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

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 3 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

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)

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 5 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

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)

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 3 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 15 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

Remarks as written: "The maximum level applies also to mixtures of dried spices.".

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

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 20 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

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)

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 20 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

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

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 80 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

Remarks as written: "The maximum level applies to the pure and undiluted extract, whereby 1 kg of extract is obtained from 3 to 4 kg liquorice root.".

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)

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 50 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

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)

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 10 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

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)

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 15 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

From the consolidated text: 1.2.2 · Date syrup · 15

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

Remarks as written: "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.".

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

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

Remarks as written: "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.".

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

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

Remarks as written: "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.".

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

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 0.5 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

Remarks as written: "The maximum level applies to the dry matter(5) of the product as placed on the market.".

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)

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 0.5 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

Remarks as written: "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).".

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

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 10 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

Remarks as written: "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.".

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)

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 5 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

Remarks as written: "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.".

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)

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 10 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 15 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

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)

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 20 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

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)

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 5 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

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)

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 5 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

Remarks as written: "The maximum level applies to unprocessed cereal grains (in case of oats, grains with husk) placed on the market for first-stage processing (6).".

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)
Limited

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 5 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

From the official list: 2.2.1 · Unprocessed cereals · 5,0

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 0.5 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

From the official list: 2.2.10 · Dietary foods for special medical purposes intended specifically for infants · 0,5

Annex rows, point 2.2.10: Dietary foods for special medical purposes intended specifically for infants — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 15 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

Sub-row of point 2.2.11 as written: "Piper spp. (fruits thereof, including white and black pepper) Myristica fragrans (nutmeg) Zingiber officinale (ginger) Curcuma longa (turmeric)". The level applies only to that part of the point; the point's other sub-rows carry their own levels.

From the official list: Piper spp. (fruits thereof, including white and black pepper) Myristica fragrans (nutmeg) Zingiber officinale (ginger) Curcuma longa (turmeric) · 15 μg/kg

Annex rows, point 2.2.11: Spices, including dried spices > Piper spp. (fruits thereof, including white and black pepper); Myristica fragrans (nutmeg); Zingiber officinale (ginger); Curcuma longa (turmeric) — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 20 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

Sub-row of point 2.2.11 as written: "Capsicum spp. (dried fruits thereof, whole or ground, including chillies, chilli powder, cayenne and paprika)". The level applies only to that part of the point; the point's other sub-rows carry their own levels.

From the official list: Capsicum spp. (dried fruits thereof, whole or ground, including chillies, chilli powder, cayenne and paprika) · 20 μg/kg

Annex rows, point 2.2.11: Spices, including dried spices > Capsicum spp. (dried fruits thereof, whole or ground, including chillies, chilli powder, cayenne and paprika) — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB (point in time 2020-12-31)(opens in a new tab)
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For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 15 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

Sub-row of point 2.2.11 as written: "Mixtures of spices containing one of the abovementioned spices". The level applies only to that part of the point; the point's other sub-rows carry their own levels.

From the official list: Mixtures of spices containing one of the abovementioned spices · 15 μg/kg

Annex rows, point 2.2.11: Spices, including dried spices > Mixtures of spices containing one of the abovementioned spices — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 20 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

From the official list: 2.2.12.1. · Liquorice root, ingredient for herbal infusion · 20 μg/kg

Annex rows, point 2.2.12.1: Liquorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra, Glycyrrhiza inflate and other species) > Liquorice root, ingredient for herbal infusion — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 80 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

From the official list: 2.2.12.2. · Liquorice extract, for use in food in particular beverages and confectionary · 80 μg/kg

Annex rows, point 2.2.12.2: Liquorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra, Glycyrrhiza inflate and other species) > Liquorice extract, for use in food in particular beverages and confectionary — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 8 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

From the official list: 2.2.13. · Wheat gluten not sold directly to the consumer · 8,0

Annex rows, point 2.2.13: Wheat gluten not sold directly to the consumer — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 3 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

From the official list: 2.2.2. · All products derived from unprocessed cereals, including processed cereal products and cereals intended for direct human consumption with the exception of foodstuffs listed in 2.2.9, 2.2.10 and 2.2.13 · 3,0

Annex rows, point 2.2.2: All products derived from unprocessed cereals, including processed cereal products and cereals intended for direct human consumption with the exception of foodstuffs listed in 2.2.9, 2.2.10 and 2.2.13 — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 10 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

From the official list: 2.2.3 · Dried vine fruit (currants, raisins and sultanas) · 10,0

Annex rows, point 2.2.3: Dried vine fruit (currants, raisins and sultanas) — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 5 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

From the official list: 2.2.4 · Roasted coffee beans and ground roasted coffee, excluding soluble coffee · 5,0

Annex rows, point 2.2.4: Roasted coffee beans and ground roasted coffee, excluding soluble coffee — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 10 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

From the official list: 2.2.5 · Soluble coffee (instant coffee) · 10,0

Annex rows, point 2.2.5: Soluble coffee (instant coffee) — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

From the official list: 2.2.6 · Wine (including sparkling wine, excluding liqueur wine and wine with an alcoholic strength of not less than 15 % vol) and fruit wine · 2,0

Annex rows, point 2.2.6: Wine (including sparkling wine, excluding liqueur wine and wine with an alcoholic strength of not less than 15 % vol) and fruit wine — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

From the official list: 2.2.7 · Aromatised wine, aromatised wine-based drinks and aromatised wine-product cocktails · 2,0

Annex rows, point 2.2.7: Aromatised wine, aromatised wine-based drinks and aromatised wine-product cocktails — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

From the official list: 2.2.8 · Grape juice, concentrated grape juice as reconstituted, grape nectar, grape must and concentrated grape must as reconstituted, intended for direct human consumption · 2,0

Annex rows, point 2.2.8: Grape juice, concentrated grape juice as reconstituted, grape nectar, grape must and concentrated grape must as reconstituted, intended for direct human consumption — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 0.5 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

From the official list: 2.2.9 · Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods for infants and young children · 0,5

Annex rows, point 2.2.9: Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods for infants and young children — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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    Warning required when exposure exceeds the threshold (no NSRL listed for this row). In force since 1 Jul 1991.

    Chemical
    Ochratoxin A
    Type of toxicity
    cancer
    Listed by
    an authoritative body (AB)
    CAS No.
    303-47-9
    Date listed
    1 Jul 1990

    Prop 65 list row: Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-08

    California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)
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  • Status
    Limited
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    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 8 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.1.1 · Dried vine fruits (currants, raisins and sultanas) and dried figs · 8,0

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.1.1: Dried fruits > Dried vine fruits (currants, raisins and sultanas) and dried figs — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.1.2 · Other dried fruits · 2,0

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.1.2: Dried fruits > Other dried fruits — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 3 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    Remarks as written: "Including processed cereal products. Products derived from unprocessed cereal grains relate to products containing at least 80 % cereal products.".

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.10 · Cereals placed on the market for the final consumer; Products derived from unprocessed cereal grains except products listed in 1.2.11, 1.2.12, 1.2.13, 1.2.23 and 1.2.24 · 3,0 · Including processed cereal products. Products derived from unprocessed cereal grains relate to products containing at least 80 % cereal products.

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.10: Cereals placed on the market for the final consumer; Products derived from unprocessed cereal grains except products listed in 1.2.11, 1.2.12, 1.2.13, 1.2.23 and 1.2.24 — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.11.1 · products not containing oilseeds, nuts or dried fruits · 2,0

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.11.1: Bakery wares, cereal snacks and breakfast cereals > products not containing oilseeds, nuts or dried fruits — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 4 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.11.2 · products containing at least 20 % dried vine fruits and/or dried figs · 4,0

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.11.2: Bakery wares, cereal snacks and breakfast cereals > products containing at least 20 % dried vine fruits and/or dried figs — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 3 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.11.3 · other products containing oilseeds, nuts and/or dried fruits · 3,0

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.11.3: Bakery wares, cereal snacks and breakfast cereals > other products containing oilseeds, nuts and/or dried fruits — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 3 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.12 · Non-alcoholic malt beverages · 3,0

    Annex I rows, point 1.2.12: Non-alcoholic malt beverages — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 8 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    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

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 3 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    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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    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 5 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    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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    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 3 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 15 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    Remarks as written: "The maximum level applies also to mixtures of dried spices.".

    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

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 20 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    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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    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 20 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    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

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 80 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    Remarks as written: "The maximum level applies to the pure and undiluted extract, whereby 1 kg of extract is obtained from 3 to 4 kg liquorice root.".

    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)

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 50 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    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)

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 10 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    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)

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 15 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    From the consolidated text: 1.2.2 · Date syrup · 15

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    Remarks as written: "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.".

    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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    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    Remarks as written: "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.".

    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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    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    Remarks as written: "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.".

    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

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 0.5 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    Remarks as written: "The maximum level applies to the dry matter(5) of the product as placed on the market.".

    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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    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 0.5 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    Remarks as written: "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).".

    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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    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 10 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    Remarks as written: "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.".

    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

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    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 5 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    Remarks as written: "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.".

    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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    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 10 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 15 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    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

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    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 20 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    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

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    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 5 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    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

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    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 5 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 25 May 2023.

    Remarks as written: "The maximum level applies to unprocessed cereal grains (in case of oats, grains with husk) placed on the market for first-stage processing (6).".

    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

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    Limited
    Requirement, dates and source

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 5 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

    From the official list: 2.2.1 · Unprocessed cereals · 5,0

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 0.5 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

    From the official list: 2.2.10 · Dietary foods for special medical purposes intended specifically for infants · 0,5

    Annex rows, point 2.2.10: Dietary foods for special medical purposes intended specifically for infants — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 15 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

    Sub-row of point 2.2.11 as written: "Piper spp. (fruits thereof, including white and black pepper) Myristica fragrans (nutmeg) Zingiber officinale (ginger) Curcuma longa (turmeric)". The level applies only to that part of the point; the point's other sub-rows carry their own levels.

    From the official list: Piper spp. (fruits thereof, including white and black pepper) Myristica fragrans (nutmeg) Zingiber officinale (ginger) Curcuma longa (turmeric) · 15 μg/kg

    Annex rows, point 2.2.11: Spices, including dried spices > Piper spp. (fruits thereof, including white and black pepper); Myristica fragrans (nutmeg); Zingiber officinale (ginger); Curcuma longa (turmeric) — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 20 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

    Sub-row of point 2.2.11 as written: "Capsicum spp. (dried fruits thereof, whole or ground, including chillies, chilli powder, cayenne and paprika)". The level applies only to that part of the point; the point's other sub-rows carry their own levels.

    From the official list: Capsicum spp. (dried fruits thereof, whole or ground, including chillies, chilli powder, cayenne and paprika) · 20 μg/kg

    Annex rows, point 2.2.11: Spices, including dried spices > Capsicum spp. (dried fruits thereof, whole or ground, including chillies, chilli powder, cayenne and paprika) — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 15 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

    Sub-row of point 2.2.11 as written: "Mixtures of spices containing one of the abovementioned spices". The level applies only to that part of the point; the point's other sub-rows carry their own levels.

    From the official list: Mixtures of spices containing one of the abovementioned spices · 15 μg/kg

    Annex rows, point 2.2.11: Spices, including dried spices > Mixtures of spices containing one of the abovementioned spices — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 20 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

    From the official list: 2.2.12.1. · Liquorice root, ingredient for herbal infusion · 20 μg/kg

    Annex rows, point 2.2.12.1: Liquorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra, Glycyrrhiza inflate and other species) > Liquorice root, ingredient for herbal infusion — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 80 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

    From the official list: 2.2.12.2. · Liquorice extract, for use in food in particular beverages and confectionary · 80 μg/kg

    Annex rows, point 2.2.12.2: Liquorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra, Glycyrrhiza inflate and other species) > Liquorice extract, for use in food in particular beverages and confectionary — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 8 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

    From the official list: 2.2.13. · Wheat gluten not sold directly to the consumer · 8,0

    Annex rows, point 2.2.13: Wheat gluten not sold directly to the consumer — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 3 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

    From the official list: 2.2.2. · All products derived from unprocessed cereals, including processed cereal products and cereals intended for direct human consumption with the exception of foodstuffs listed in 2.2.9, 2.2.10 and 2.2.13 · 3,0

    Annex rows, point 2.2.2: All products derived from unprocessed cereals, including processed cereal products and cereals intended for direct human consumption with the exception of foodstuffs listed in 2.2.9, 2.2.10 and 2.2.13 — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 10 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

    From the official list: 2.2.3 · Dried vine fruit (currants, raisins and sultanas) · 10,0

    Annex rows, point 2.2.3: Dried vine fruit (currants, raisins and sultanas) — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 5 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

    From the official list: 2.2.4 · Roasted coffee beans and ground roasted coffee, excluding soluble coffee · 5,0

    Annex rows, point 2.2.4: Roasted coffee beans and ground roasted coffee, excluding soluble coffee — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 10 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

    From the official list: 2.2.5 · Soluble coffee (instant coffee) · 10,0

    Annex rows, point 2.2.5: Soluble coffee (instant coffee) — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

    From the official list: 2.2.6 · Wine (including sparkling wine, excluding liqueur wine and wine with an alcoholic strength of not less than 15 % vol) and fruit wine · 2,0

    Annex rows, point 2.2.6: Wine (including sparkling wine, excluding liqueur wine and wine with an alcoholic strength of not less than 15 % vol) and fruit wine — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

    From the official list: 2.2.7 · Aromatised wine, aromatised wine-based drinks and aromatised wine-product cocktails · 2,0

    Annex rows, point 2.2.7: Aromatised wine, aromatised wine-based drinks and aromatised wine-product cocktails — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 2 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

    From the official list: 2.2.8 · Grape juice, concentrated grape juice as reconstituted, grape nectar, grape must and concentrated grape must as reconstituted, intended for direct human consumption · 2,0

    Annex rows, point 2.2.8: Grape juice, concentrated grape juice as reconstituted, grape nectar, grape must and concentrated grape must as reconstituted, intended for direct human consumption — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

    For Packaged food and beverages: Limit 0.5 µg/kg (content basis). In force since 1 Mar 2007.

    From the official list: 2.2.9 · Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods for infants and young children · 0,5

    Annex rows, point 2.2.9: Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods for infants and young children — Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-17

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

    We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025 (Home and kitchen goods: 1 Jan 2025; Cosmetics and personal care: 12 Jul 2024; Packaged food and beverages: 1 Apr 2026; Consumer electronics and small appliances: 3 Sep 2026; Batteries, e-bikes and power banks: 1 Sep 2026), and this doesn't mean it's allowed.

  • Status
    No known rule
    Requirement, dates and source

    We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 27 Mar 2026 (Home and kitchen goods: 27 Mar 2026; Cosmetics and personal care: 8 Oct 2026; Packaged food and beverages: 8 Oct 2026; Consumer electronics and small appliances: 24 Mar 2026; Batteries, e-bikes and power banks: 20 Aug 2026), and this doesn't mean it's allowed.

California

Prop 65 listing

California's list of chemicals known to cause cancer or reproductive harm.

Listing
Listed 1990-07-01 (cancer). Grace period: "Proposition 65 warning requirements do not apply until 12 months after the chemical has been listed" (Appendix A); listing date plus 12 months.
Warning applies from
1 Jul 1991
Requirement
Warning required when exposure exceeds the threshold (no NSRL listed for this row)
Warning wording
This product can expose you to Ochratoxin A, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Chemical
Ochratoxin A
Type of toxicity
cancer
Listed by
an authoritative body (AB)
CAS No.
303-47-9
Date listed
1 Jul 1990

Prop 65 list row: Ochratoxin A · fetched 2026-10-08

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

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Records

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Recalls, safety alerts and Prop 65 notices that name Ochratoxin A, with a link to the original. A Prop 65 notice is a claim by the sender, not a ruling.

25 records dated 22 May 2026 to 16 Oct 2026. Most recent shown.

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