Info session on Feed for Particular Nutritional purposes

13 ožujka 2026, 14:00 - 16:00 (CET)
Online

Background

EFSA’s FEEDAP Panel is developing a new guidance document for the preparation and submission of applications related to feed intended for particular nutritional purposes (PARNUTS), in line with Regulation (EC) No 767/2009. The aim of this guidance is to:

  • Harmonise the assessment process at EU level, ensuring consistency in interpretation and criteria applied across evaluations.
  • Clarify the requirements for applicants, outlining the key elements expected in a dossier, including characterisation, description of the particular nutritional purpose, conditions of use, safety and efficacy.
  • Support applicants with a coherent framework, reinforcing the need for robust scientific evidence substantiating the claimed nutritional purpose.

This event followed the initial presentation given in the FEEDAP’s Open Plenary meeting in November 2025 (link).

Objectives of the meeting

The info session aimed to:

  • Present the key principles of the PARNUTS guidance under development, well ahead of its endorsement for public consultation.
  • Explain EFSA’s proposed requirements and evaluation logic, ensuring consistent application of the regulatory framework.
  • Gather comments and questions from stakeholders, fostering a participatory and transparent development process.

Structure of the meeting

EFSA’s experts delivered a presentation outlining the main aspects of the guidance under development. This was followed by an open discussion between EFSA and attendees via Teams (both oral and written).

Participants were invited to submit discussion points related to data requirements for these applications in advance and to indicate their interest in delivering a short intervention during the meeting.

Next steps

EFSA’s experts will consider the input received from the stakeholders to modify the guidance, where relevant. EFSA’s intention is to discuss the draft guidance with the Panel for possible endorsement for public consultation in May.

Contact

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