Updated on April 21, 2023
Some interesting novel food have been approved by European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) in the first quarter of 2023, including two varieties of insects. These products are listed below.
Table 1. Newly Approved Novel Food
1. Vitamin D2 mushroom powder
On January 4, 2023, the European Commission issued the COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) 2023/4, and authorizing the placing on the market of vitamin D2 mushroom powder as a novel food and amending Implementing Regulation (EU) 2017/2470. This Regulation entered into force on January 24, 2023.
Applicant: Monterey Mushrooms Inc.
By the end of January 24, 2028 (data protection period), the novel food vitamin D2 mushroom powder is authorized for placing on the market within the Union only by Monterey Mushrooms Inc, unless:
- a subsequent applicant obtains authorization for the novel food without reference to the proprietary scientific evidence or scientific data protected in accordance with Article 26 of Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 or;
- with the agreement of Monterey Mushrooms Inc.
Authorized usage scopes and maximal usage levels:
Authorized novel food | Conditions under which the novel food may be used | |
Vitamin D2 mushroom powder | Specified food category | Maximum levels of vitamin D2 (μg/100 g or 100 ml) |
Milk analogues | 1,1 | |
Dairy analogues other than milks | 2,2 | |
Breakfast cereals and cereal bars | 2,2 | |
Soups | 2,2 | |
Dried soups | 22,5 | |
Whey powder | 14,1 | |
Fruit/vegetable juices and nectars | 1,1 | |
Fruit/vegetable juice powder | 12,4 | |
Fruit/vegetable juice concentrate (liquid) | 3,4 | |
Soft drinks marketed in relation to physical exercise and fermented non-alcoholic drinks (with exclusion of dairy fermented drinks) | 1,1 | |
Foods for Special Medical Purposes as defined under Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 excluding those intended for infants | In accordance with the particular nutritional requirements of the persons for whom the products are intended but not higher than 15 μg/day | |
Total diet replacement for weight control as defined in Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 | 15 μg/day | |
Meal replacements for weight control | 5 μg/meal | |
Food supplements as defined in Directive 2002/46/EC, excluding food supplements for infants and young children | 15 μg/day | |
Additional specific labeling requirements | ||
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2. Acheta domesticus (house cricket) partially defatted powder
On January 4, 2023, the European Commission issued the COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) 2023/5, and authorizing the placing on the market of partially defatted powder as a novel food and amending Implementing Regulation (EU) 2017/2470. This Regulation entered into force on January 24, 2023.
Applicant: Cricket One Co. Ltd
By the end of January 24, 2028 (data protection period), the novel food Acheta domesticus (house cricket) partially defatted powder is authorized for placing on the market within the Union only by Cricket One Co. Ltd, unless:
- a subsequent applicant obtains authorization for the novel food without reference to the proprietary scientific evidence or scientific data protected in accordance with Article 26 of Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 or;
- with the agreement of Cricket One Co. Ltd.
Authorized usage scopes and maximal usage levels:
Authorized novel food | Conditions under which the novel food may be used | |
Acheta domesticus (house cricket) partially defatted powder | Specified food category | Maximum levels (g/100 g) (marketed as such or reconstituted according to the instructions) |
Multigrain bread and rolls; crackers and breadsticks | 2 | |
Cereal bars | 3 | |
Pre-mixes for baked products (dry) | 3 | |
Biscuits | 1,5 | |
Pasta-based products (dry) | 0,25 | |
Stuffed pasta-based products (dry) | 3 | |
Sauces | 1 | |
Processed potato products, legume- and vegetable-based dishes, pizza, pasta-based dishes | 1 | |
Whey powder | 3 | |
Meat analogues | 5 | |
Soups and soup concentrates or powders | 1 | |
Maize flour based snacks | 4 | |
Beer-like beverages | 0,1 | |
Chocolate confectionary | 2 | |
Nuts and oilseeds | 2 | |
Snacks other than chips | 5 | |
Meat preparations | 2 | |
Additional specific labeling requirements | ||
This statement shall appear in close proximity to the list of ingredients. |
3. Pea and rice protein fermented by Lentinula edodes (Shiitake mushroom) mycelia
On January 4, 2023, the European Commission issued the COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) 2023/6, and authorizing the placing on the market of pea and rice protein fermented by Lentinula edodes (Shiitake mushroom) mycelia as a novel food and amending Implementing Regulation (EU) 2017/2470. This Regulation entered into force on January 24, 2023.
Applicant: MycoTechnology, Inc.
By the end of January 24, 2028 (data protection period), the novel food pea and rice protein fermented by Lentinula edodes (Shiitake mushroom) mycelia is authorized for placing on the market within the Union only by MycoTechnology, Inc., unless:
- a subsequent applicant obtains authorization for the novel food without reference to the proprietary scientific evidence or scientific data protected in accordance with Article 26 of Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 or;
- with the agreement of MycoTechnology, Inc.
Authorized usage scopes and maximal usage levels:
Authorized novel food | Conditions under which the novel food may be used | |
Pea and rice protein fermented by Lentinula edodes (Shiitake mushroom) mycelia | Specified food category | Maximum levels (g/100 g) |
Bakery wares, breads, rolls, croutons, pizza | 5 | |
Breakfast cereals and cereal bars | 33 | |
Fruit- and vegetable-based drinks | 20 | |
Ready-to-mix beverage powders | 93 | |
Cocoa and chocolate confectionary | 7 | |
Dairy analogues and non-dairy meal replacements for weight control | 11 | |
Fermented milk-based products | 5 | |
Pasta-based products | 15 | |
Meat preparations and meat products | 14 | |
Soups (ready-to-eat) and soup concentrates or powders | 3 | |
Salads | 26 | |
Meat analogues | 40 | |
Milk-based drinks | 1 | |
Single meal replacements for weight control | 1 | |
Additional specific labeling requirements | ||
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4. Lacto-N-tetraose produced by derivative strains of E. coli BL21(DE3)
On January 4, 2023, the European Commission issued the COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) 2023/7, and authorizing the placing on the market of Lacto-N-tetraose produced by derivative strains of Escherichia coli BL21(DE3) as a novel food and amending Implementing Regulation (EU) 2017/2470. This Regulation entered into force on January 24, 2023.
Applicant: Chr. Hansen A/S
By the end of January 24, 2028 (data protection period), the novel food Lacto-N-tetraose is authorized for placing on the market within the Union only by Chr. Hansen A/S, unless:
- a subsequent applicant obtains authorization for the novel food without reference to the proprietary scientific evidence or scientific data protected in accordance with Article 26 of Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 or;
- with the agreement of Chr. Hansen A/S.
Authorized usage scopes and maximal usage levels:
Authorized novel food | Conditions under which the novel food may be used | |
Lacto-N-tetraose (‘LNT’) (produced by derivative strains of E. coli BL21(DE3)) | Specified food category | Maximum levels (expressed as lacto-N-tetraose) |
Infant formula as defined under Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 | 1,82 g/L in the final product ready for use, marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer | |
Follow-on formula as defined under Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 | 1,82 g/L in the final product ready for use, marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer | |
Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods for infants and young children as defined under Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 | 1,82 g/L or 1,82 g/kg in the final product ready for use, marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer | |
Milk based drinks and similar products intended for young children | 1,82 g/L in the final product ready for use, marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer | |
Foods for special medical purposes for infants and young children as defined under Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 | In accordance with the particular nutritional requirements of the infants and young children for whom the products are intended but in any case not higher than 1,82 g/L or 1,82 g/kg in the final product ready for use, marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer. | |
Foods for special medical purposes as defined under Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 excluding foods for infants and young children | In accordance with the particular nutritional requirements of the persons for whom the products are intended | |
Food supplements as defined in Directive 2002/46/EC, for the general population, excluding infants and young children | 4,6 g/day | |
Additional specific labeling requirements | ||
(a) they should not be consumed by children under 3 years of age; (b) they should not be used if other foods containing added lacto-N-tetraose are consumed the same day. |
5. 3-Fucosyllactose produced by a derivative strain of Escherichia coli BL21(DE3)
On January 5, 2023, the European Commission issued the COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) 2023/52, and authorizing the placing on the market of 3-Fucosyllactose produced by a derivative strain of Escherichia coli BL21(DE3) as a novel food and amending Implementing Regulation (EU) 2017/2470. This Regulation entered into force on January 25, 2023.
Applicant: Chr. Hansen A/S
By the end of January 25, 2028 (data protection period), the novel food 3-Fucosyllactose is authorized for placing on the market within the Union only by Chr. Hansen A/S, unless:
- a subsequent applicant obtains authorization for the novel food without reference to the proprietary scientific evidence or scientific data protected in accordance with Article 26 of Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 or;
- with the agreement of Chr. Hansen A/S.
Authorized usage scopes and maximal usage levels:
Authorized novel food | Conditions under which the novel food may be used | |
3-Fucosyllactose (‘3-FL’) (produced by a derivative strain of E. coli BL21(DE3))
| Specified food category | Maximum levels |
Infant formula as defined under Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 | 0,90 g/l in the final product ready for use, marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer | |
Follow-on formula as defined under Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 | 1,20 g/l in the final product ready for use, marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer | |
Processed cereal-based foods for infants and young children and baby foods for infants and young children as defined under Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 | 1,20 g/l or 1,20 g/kg in the final product ready for use, marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer | |
Milk based drinks and similar products intended for young children | 1,20 g/l in the final product ready for use, marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer | |
Foods for special medical purposes for infants and young children as defined under Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 | In accordance with the particular nutritional requirements of the infants and young children for whom the products are intended but in any case not higher than 0,9 g/l or 0,9 g/kg (if it is intended for infants from 0 until 6 months) and 1,2 g/l or 1,2 g/kg (if it is intended for infants of 6-12 months and/or for young children) in the final product ready for use, marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer. | |
Foods for special medical purposes as defined under Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 excluding foods for infants and young children | In accordance with the particular nutritional requirements of the persons for whom the products are intended | |
Food Supplements as defined in Directive 2002/46/EC, for the general population, excluding infants and young children | 3 g/day | |
Additional specific labeling requirements | ||
(a) they should not be consumed by children under 3 years of age; (b) they should not be used if other foods containing added 3-Fucosyllactose are consumed the same day. |
6. Frozen, paste, dried and powder forms of Alphitobius diaperinus larvae
On January 6, 2023, the European Commission issued the COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) 2023/58, and authorizing the placing on the market of the frozen, paste, dried and powder forms of Alphitobius diaperinus larvae (lesser mealworm) as a novel food and amending Implementing Regulation (EU) 2017/2470. This Regulation entered into force on January 26, 2023.
Applicant: Ynsect NL B.V.
By the end of January 26, 2028 (data protection period), the novel food is authorized for placing on the market within the Union only by Ynsect NL B.V., unless:
- a subsequent applicant obtains authorization for the novel food without reference to the proprietary scientific evidence or scientific data protected in accordance with Article 26 of Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 or;
- with the agreement of Ynsect NL B.V.
Authorized usage scopes and maximal usage levels:
Authorized novel food | Conditions under which the novel food may be used | |
Frozen, paste, dried and powder forms of Alphitobius diaperinus larvae (lesser mealworm) | Specified food category | Maximum levels (g/100g) |
Cereal bars | 25 (Dried form) 25 (Powder form) | |
Bread and rolls | 20 (Powder form) | |
Processed and breakfast cereals | 10 (Dried form) 10 (Powder form) | |
Porridge | 15 (Powder form) | |
Pre-mixes (dry) for baked products | 10 (Powder form) | |
Dried pasta-based products | 10 (Powder form) | |
Stuffed pasta-based products | 28 (Frozen or paste form) 10 (Powder form) | |
Whey powder | 35 (Powder form) | |
Soups | 15 (Powder form) | |
Cereal-, pasta-based dishes | 5 (Powder form) | |
Pizza-based dishes | 5 (Dried form) 5 (Powder form) | |
Noodles | 10 (Powder form) | |
Snacks other than chips | 10 (Dried form) 10 (Powder form) | |
Chips/crisps | 10 (Powder form) | |
Crackers and bread sticks | 10 (Powder form) | |
Peanut butter | 15 (Powder form) | |
Ready-to-eat savoury based sandwich | 20 (Powder form) | |
Meat preparations | 14 (Frozen or paste form) 5 (Powder form) | |
Meat analogues | 40 (Frozen or paste form) 15 (Powder form) | |
Milk and dairy analogues | 10 (Powder form) | |
Chocolate confectionary | 5 (Powder form) | |
Food supplements as defined in Directive 2002/46/EC for the adult population | 4 g/day (Powder form) | |
Additional specific labeling requirements | ||
This statement shall appear in close proximity to the list of ingredients. |
7. 3’-Sialyllactose sodium salt produced by derivative strains of E. coli BL21(DE3)
On January 17, 2023, the European Commission issued the COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) 2023/113, and authorizing the placing on the market of 3’-Sialyllactose sodium salt produced by derivative strains of Escherichia coli BL21(DE3) as a novel food and amending Implementing Regulation (EU) 2017/2470. This Regulation entered into force on February 6, 2023.
Applicant: Chr. Hansen A/S
By the end of February 6, 2028 (data protection period), the novel food 3’-Sialyllactose sodium salt is authorized for placing on the market within the Union only by Chr. Hansen A/S, unless:
- a subsequent applicant obtains authorization for the novel food without reference to the proprietary scientific evidence or scientific data protected in accordance with Article 26 of Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 or;
- with the agreement of Chr. Hansen A/S.
Authorized usage scopes and maximal usage levels:
Authorized novel food | Conditions under which the novel food may be used | |
3’-Sialyllactose (‘3’-SL’) sodium salt (produced by derivative strains of E. coli BL21(DE3)) | Specified food category | Maximum levels |
Infant formula as defined under Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 | 0,23 g/L in the final product ready for use, marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer | |
Follow-on formula as defined under Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 | 0,28 g/L in the final product ready for use, marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer | |
Processed cereal-based foods for infants and young children and baby foods for infants and young children as defined under Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 | 0,28 g/L or 0,28 g/kg in the final product ready for use, marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer | |
Milk based drinks and similar products intended for young children | 0,28 g/L in the final product ready for use, marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer | |
Foods for special medical purposes for infants and young children as defined under Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 | In accordance with the particular nutritional requirements of the infants and young children for whom the products are intended but in any case not higher 0,23 g/L or 0,28 g/kg in the final product ready for use, marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer. | |
Foods for special medical purposes as defined under Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 excluding foods for infants and young children | In accordance with the particular nutritional requirements of the persons for whom the products are intended | |
Food Supplements as defined in Directive 2002/46/EC, for the general population, excluding infants and young children | 0,7 g/day | |
Additional specific labeling requirements | ||
(a) they should not be consumed by children under 3 years of age; (b) they should not be used if other foods containing added 3’-Sialyllactose (3’-SL) sodium salt shall bear a statement that are consumed the same day. |
8. Dried nuts of Canarium ovatum Engl.
On February 9, 2023, the European Commission issued the COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) 2023/267, and authorizing the placing on the market of dried nuts of Canarium ovatum Engl. as a traditional food from a third country and amending Implementing Regulation (EU) 2017/2470. This Regulation entered into force on March 1, 2023.
Applicant: DOMENICO DE LUCIA SPA
Authorized usage scopes and maximal usage levels:
Authorized novel food | Conditions under which the novel food may be used | |
Dried nuts of Canarium ovatum Engl. | Specified food category | Maximum levels |
Not specified | - | |
Additional specific labeling requirements | ||
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9. Bovine milk osteopontin
On March 6, 2023, the European Commission issued the COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) 2023/463, and authorizing the placing on the market of bovine milk osteopontin as a novel food and amending Implementing Regulation (EU) 2017/2470. This Regulation entered into force on March 26, 2023.
Applicant: Arla Foods Ingredients Group P/S.
By the end of March 26, 2028 (data protection period), the novel food Bovine milk osteopontin is authorized for placing on the market within the Union only by Arla Foods Ingredients Group P/S., unless:
- a subsequent applicant obtains authorization for the novel food without reference to the proprietary scientific evidence or scientific data protected in accordance with Article 26 of Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 or;
- with the agreement of Arla Foods Ingredients Group P/S.
Authorized usage scopes and maximal usage levels:
Authorized novel food | Conditions under which the novel food may be used | |
Bovine milk osteopontin | Specified food category | Maximum levels |
Infant formula as defined in Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 | 151 mg/L in the final product ready for use, marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer | |
Follow-on formula as defined in Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 | 151 mg/L in the final product ready for use, marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer | |
Milk-based drinks intended for young children | 151 mg/L in the final product ready for use, marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer | |
Additional specific labeling requirements | ||
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10. Roasted and popped kernels from the seeds of Euryale ferox Salisb.
On March 21, 2023, the European Commission issued the COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) 2023/652, and authorizing the placing on the market of roasted and popped kernels from the seeds of Euryale ferox Salisb. (makhana) as a traditional food from a third country and amending Implementing Regulation (EU) 2017/2470. This Regulation entered into force on April 10, 2023.
Applicant: Zenko Superfoods Pte. Ltd.
Authorized usage scopes and maximal usage levels:
Authorized novel food | Conditions under which the novel food may be used | |
Roasted and popped kernels from the seeds of Euryale ferox Salisb. (makhana) (Traditional food from a third country) | Specified food category | Maximum levels |
Processed nuts | - | |
Additional specific labeling requirements | ||
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Note: The data in this article is for reference only. Please refer to the official information published by Official Journal of the European Union.
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