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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 »
ALS expands Life Sciences service offering and geographic footprint with acquisition of 49% stake in European Pharmaceutical business
Aug 2, 2021
ALS Limited (ASX Code: ALQ) today announced the acquisition of an initial 49% interest in NUVISAN, a pharmaceutical testing business with operations in Germany and France.... Read more »
EU limits on vitamins and minerals in food supplements and fortified foods in the pipeline
Jun 28, 2021
At its plenary meeting on 7 May, the DG SANTE Advisory Group updated the road map for the establishment of maximum levels for vitamins and minerals in foods.... Read more »