QeA to EU Commission – Allergy to apples ?!

In EU, as well as in USA and other countries with different allergens requirements (e.g. Japan), the choice of the legislator is to specifically consider as "allergens" - for labeling purposes - only the so called "major allergens": substances which account for the major % of food allergies found in the local population.Β  It could … Continue reading QeA to EU Commission – Allergy to apples ?!

QeA to EU Commission – Aflatoxin content of almonds: “aflatoxin free”?

Question for written answerΒ to the Commission Giovanni La Via (PPE) - 13th July 2016 Subject:Β Aflatoxin content of almonds Aflatoxins are mycotoxins produced by fungal species belonging to the class of Ascomycota (Aspergillus, Fusarium), or other moulds.Β They are highly toxic and are believed to be among the most carcinogenic substances that exist. They are often found … Continue reading QeA to EU Commission – Aflatoxin content of almonds: “aflatoxin free”?