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Phthalates and other plasticisers: Plan to guide EFSA assessment
EFSA today published its scientific protocol for the hazard assessment of plasticiser substances used in food contact materials (FCMs), setting out the principles for how the work will be carried out.
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Sulfites: safety concern for high consumers, but data lacking
Dietary intakes of sulfites could be a safety concern for high consumers.
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Multilingualism and food safety – EFSA online communications now available in all 24 EU languages
EFSA website now available in all the 24 official languages of the European Union.
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Tune into EFSA’s first podcast, with science on the menu
Each episode will tell you more about the work done to ensure that food across the European Union is safe. Come join our table!
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Episode 1 - Food choices: beyond gut feelings
Cost, taste, and safety – how do they affect what food you buy?
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Reducing the spread of antimicrobial resistance during animal transport: EFSA outlines mitigation measures
Minimising transport duration and thoroughly cleaning vehicles and equipment used are some of the measures considered effective in reducing the transmission of resistant bacteria during animal...
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FAQ: Criteria for risk assessment of plants produced by targeted mutagenesis, cisgenesis and intragenesis
Our advice aims to support the European Commission’s ongoing policy initiative on plants produced by targeted mutagenesis, cisgenesis and intragenesis. Don’t miss our info session scheduled on 12...
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Public consultation on nitrosamines in food: draft opinion explained
Nitrosamines (or more formally N-Nitrosamines) are chemical compounds that can form in food as a result of food preparation and processing. They have been found in several types of foodstuffs such as...
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Avian influenza: unprecedented number of summer cases in Europe
An unprecedented number of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus detections were reported in wild and domestic birds from June to September in Europe, according to the latest overview.
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Cost a concern for EU consumers, with food safety close behind
New survey findings from the 2022 Eurobarometer on food safety as the EU Food Law, food safety system and EFSA turn 20.
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Eurobarometer 2022: Food Safety in the EU
New survey findings from the 2022 Eurobarometer on food safety as the EU Food Law, food safety system and EFSA turn 20.