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Key scientific findingsReported cases As of 13 February 2026, seven countries (Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France, Luxembourg, Spain and the United Kingdom) had reported cases under investigation...
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Introduction Approval of active substances Authorisation of pesticides What happens after a pesticide is authorised? How are Maximum Residue Levels set? How Europe ensures pesticides are safe...
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How are maximum residue levels set? Published: 10 February 2026 When pesticides are used to protect plants from pests, we may find residues in food. These residues are assessed for possible health...
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In het jaarlijkse verslag van de EFSA over residuen van geneesmiddelen voor diergeneeskundig gebruik in levende dieren en dierlijke producten.
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Multi-country recalls of several infant formula products are ongoing following the detection of cereulide – a toxin produced by the bacterium Bacillus cereus. The European Commission asked EFSA to...
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Multi-country recalls of several infant nutrition products (different batches, products, and brands) are ongoing following the detection of cereulide, a toxin produced by the bacterium Bacillus cereus...
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The European Commission asked EFSA to conduct this assessment in the context of foodborne illnesses linked to the consumption of raw or undercooked pulses, which may be associated with more consumers...
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Learn which lectins to watch out for and how simple, time-tested preparation techniques can help you enjoy legumes with confidence.
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Delta-8 THC is een psychoactieve cannabinoïde die af en toe wordt aangetroffen in producten van de hennepplant Cannabis sativa, zoals hennepbladeren, -zaden en -olie. Het wordt ook aangetroffen in...
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EFSA has re-assessed the potential risks to consumers from fluoride in drinking water, food, fluoridated table salt, and ingested fluoridated dental care products.
