Dual quality food products guidance of the EU Commission – Now what?

Posted on by Cesare Varallo

Consumers from a number of EU countries and several governments (lead by Slovak and Czech representatives) recently complained that the quality of some products is lower in their home country when compared to products sold by the same producer and under the same brand across the border. The free movement of goods principle, in facts, … Continue reading Dual quality food products guidance of the EU Commission – Now what?

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FDA ruling on Trans-Fats

Posted on by Cesare Varallo

FDA released its’ final determination that Partially Hydrogenated Oils (PHOs) are not Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS). The determination is based on extensive research into the effects of PHOs, as well as input from stakeholders during the public comment period. PHOs are the primary dietary source of artificial trans fat in processed foods. In FDA view, removing PHOs from … Continue reading FDA ruling on Trans-Fats