Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/1018 of 18 July 2018 authorizing an extension of use of UV-treated baker's yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) as a novel food under Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 of the European Parliament and of the Council and amending Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2017/2470 (Text with EEA relevance)

Regular notification 2018-07-27
G/SPS/N/EU/267

Description

The measure concerns the authorizing an extension of use of UV-treated baker's yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) as a novel food to additional food categories, namely, pre-packed fresh and dry yeast for home baking and in food supplements without indication of maximum permitted levels. In addition, the specification regarding vitamin D2 content was amended.

Keywords

Food safety; Human health