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Radionuclides in Food and Feed
Oct 15, 2021
Levels of radionuclides in food are mainly monitored in relation to the consequences of nuclear accidents and nuclear weapons testing. Sr-90 and Cs-137 are products of nuclear fission of uranium and plutonium - they are present, for example, in the spent fuel of nuclear reactors. ... Read more »
Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs)
Sep 29, 2021
Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are substances produced in thermal decomposition and incomplete combustion of organic matter with limited access of oxygen at temperatures of 500 to 900 °C.... Read more »
EU lowers limits for heavy metals cadmium and lead
Aug 26, 2021
The European Commission has set new maximum levels for lead and cadmium in baby food, food supplements and a range of other food products. Measures will apply beginning August 30 for limits of lead and a day later for cadmium.... Read more »
Pesticide testing
Aug 9, 2021
Food safety controls on pesticide residues concern a wide range of fruit and vegetable growers, food producers and importers and the parameters are systematically monitored by regulatory authorities. ... Read more »
