QeA to EU Commission – Protecting coeliac consumers and gluten-free logos

Posted on by Cesare Varallo

Question for written answer to the Commission Giovanni La Via (PPE) - 18th February 2016 Subject:  Products containing gluten: protecting coeliac consumers Coeliac disease is an auto-immune disorder that affects 1% of the European population, in which the immune system can cause malabsorption and increases the risk of nutrient deficiencies, anaemia and osteoporosis, given that … Continue reading QeA to EU Commission – Protecting coeliac consumers and gluten-free logos

Food Labeling Contrast between China and EU Regulations (Part I)

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Today I publish another useful article written by Quinn Hulk, Food and Drug Administration of Beijing – Food Law Advisor and our country contributor for China. You can contact Quinn Hulk directly via e-mail at hulkquinn@163.com. 1. Basic introduction China National Standard GB7718-2011 General Rule for the Labeling of Pre-packed Foods (hereinafter referred to as GB7718-2011) was promulgated by the … Continue reading Food Labeling Contrast between China and EU Regulations (Part I)