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15.08.2017 - Chemical tests
FIC - Commission publishes announcement on allergen information
On 13/07/2017, the European Commission published a notice that clarifies the labeling of allergens in certain aspects. In particular, for non-prepackaged foods, Regulation No. 1169/2011 on the provision of food information to consumers (FIC) does not include specific information in this regard. These gaps are closed by the notice. The national implementing regulation on labeling requirements (FIC IR), which also came into force on 13/07/2017, provides further details.
The notice provides guidance for companies and national authorities on implementing the FIC's requirements to provide allergen information.
We have summarized the Commission's notice for you.
You can find the Commission's notice at ec.europa.eu