Food Additives

EU EFSA Records Intake of Application to Authorise Glucose Oxidase From GM Aspergillus niger (CCTCC M 20231355) as New Food Enzyme

EFSA has registered intake of an EU application to authorise glucose oxidase produced by a genetically modified *Aspergillus niger* strain CCTCC M 20231355 as a new food enzyme under Regulation (EC) No 1332/2008, with the dossier received and placed under suitability check in early April 2026. For food enzyme manufacturers and food producers using glucose oxidase, this marks the start of EU risk assessment for a new strain‑specific source, signalling potential future authorisation that could expand sourcing options while setting specific conditions of use and labelling requirements.

10 Apr 2026, 16:10open.efsa.europa.euEuropean Union

EFSA Registers Intake of Application to Modify Beetroot Red (Betanin, E 162) Food Additive From GM Saccharomyces cerevisiae

EFSA has opened an intake (question EFSA-Q-2026-00001) for an application under Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 to modify the authorised food colour Beetroot Red (betanin, E 162) when produced using a genetically modified Saccharomyces cerevisiae strain. Food and ingredient businesses using this colourant in EU products should monitor the forthcoming risk assessment, as any later changes to EU specifications or conditions of use could trigger reformulation, labelling updates, and supplier requalification.

10 Apr 2026, 13:19open.efsa.europa.euEuropean Union

Japan Cabinet Office Notice No. 33 Amends Standards and Specifications for Foods and Food Additives

Japan has updated its mandatory standards for foods and food additives through Cabinet Office Notice No. 33, effective April 7, 2026. Companies must immediately audit product formulations and specifications against the new requirements to maintain compliance and mitigate market access risks.

9 Apr 2026, 17:37kanpo.go.jpJapan

EFSA Consults on Application to Authorise Glucose Oxidase From Genetically Modified Aspergillus oryzae FL118SC as a New Food Enzyme

EFSA has launched a public consultation on the authorization of glucose oxidase from a genetically modified strain as a new food enzyme. Manufacturers should monitor this assessment as it determines future market access and compliance requirements for this enzyme in the EU food sector.

9 Apr 2026, 10:26open.efsa.europa.euEuropean Union

EFSA Consultation on Authorisation of Glucose Oxidase Food Enzyme from GM Komagataella phaffii Strain LALL-GO2

EFSA has launched a public consultation on the authorization of a new glucose oxidase food enzyme produced from a genetically modified strain. This assessment is a critical step toward market access for the enzyme, signaling potential changes to the permitted list of food improvement agents in the EU.

6 Apr 2026, 20:07open.efsa.europa.euEuropean Union

Japan FSCJ Schedules 205th Additives Expert Subcommittee Meeting on Chlorous Acid Water

Japan’s Food Safety Commission is conducting a formal health impact assessment of chlorous acid water as a food additive. This review signals potential future changes to authorization or usage limits, requiring manufacturers to anticipate shifts in Japanese market access requirements for food-related chemicals.

5 Apr 2026, 18:54fsc.go.jpJapan

US FDA Announces Color Additive Petition To Remove Methylene Chloride, Trichloroethylene, and Ethylene Dichloride From Color Additive Regulations

The US FDA is considering a petition to remove methylene chloride, trichloroethylene, and ethylene dichloride as permitted solvents in specific food, drug, and cosmetic color additives. Although the proposal is based on industry abandonment, a final rule would formalize the restriction of these chlorinated solvents, requiring manufacturers to ensure extraction processes remain compliant with revised ingredient standards.

4 Apr 2026, 10:31govinfo.govUnited States

Denmark Consults on EU Amendment to Rebaudioside M (E 960c(ii)) Specifications

The EU is expanding the permitted manufacturing routes for Rebaudioside M (E 960c(ii)) while introducing new purity limits for kaurenoic acid. This update provides greater sourcing flexibility for steviol glycosides but requires manufacturers to validate supply chain compliance against the revised purity and production specifications.

2 Apr 2026, 17:42prodstoragehoeringspo.blob.core.windows.netDenmarkEuropean Union

Denmark Consults on EU Approval of Food Additive Curdlan (E 424) Under Regulation 1333/2008

Denmark has launched a consultation on the EU-wide approval of Curdlan (E 424) as a new food additive for stabilizing and thickening applications. The anticipated authorization will provide food manufacturers with new formulation options following EFSA's confirmation of the substance's safety.

2 Apr 2026, 17:03hoeringsportalen.dkDenmarkEuropean Union

US Federal Court Blocks Enforcement of Texas SB 25 Food Warning Label Requirement for 44 Ingredients

A US Federal Court has granted a preliminary injunction blocking Texas from enforcing mandatory warning labels on food products containing 44 specific ingredients, citing constitutional concerns over compelled speech. While the 2027 compliance deadline is currently stayed for the plaintiffs, food manufacturers should maintain reformulation and labeling contingency plans as the legal challenge progresses toward a final ruling.

31 Mar 2026, 19:46courtlistener.comUnited States

Gulf States Propose Draft GSO Standards for Sweetened Condensed and Evaporated Milk

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has proposed updated technical regulations for sweetened condensed and evaporated milk, aligning regional standards with recent Codex Alimentarius updates. Manufacturers must prepare for revised composition thresholds, stricter additive controls, and specific labeling requirements to maintain market access across the Gulf region.

28 Mar 2026, 18:22members.wto.orgUnited Arab EmiratesBahrainKuwaitOmanQatarSaudi Arabia

USITC Schedules Expedited Second Five-Year Antidumping Reviews of Monosodium Glutamate From China and Indonesia

The USITC has initiated expedited sunset reviews of antidumping duty orders on monosodium glutamate (MSG) from China and Indonesia, with a comment deadline of April 8, 2026. Stakeholders should prepare for the probable extension of these trade barriers, as the expedited process typically indicates a high likelihood that existing duties will be upheld.

28 Mar 2026, 16:38federalregister.govUnited States

US Commerce Issues Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders on Erythritol From China

The US has finalized significant antidumping and countervailing duty orders on erythritol imports from China, effective March 27, 2026. Importers face substantial cost increases and immediate cash-deposit requirements, necessitating a strategic review of sourcing and supply chain costs for this sweetener.

28 Mar 2026, 16:29public-inspection.federalregister.govUnited States

Japan Food Safety Commission Announces 1020th Meeting on Pesticides, Feed Additives and GMO Soybean DBN9004

Japan’s Food Safety Commission is conducting safety reviews for the insecticide Fenmezoditiaz, GMO soybean DBN9004, and various feed additives during its March 2026 plenary. These assessments are critical for market access, as they form the basis for upcoming revisions to food and feed standards and substance approvals.

28 Mar 2026, 09:02fsc.go.jpJapan

EU Submits Final Comments on Codex Food Additive INS List Changes (CCFA56)

The EU has finalized its position on proposed updates to the Codex International Numbering System (INS) for food additives, supporting the inclusion of new substances like monk fruit extract and sodium hydrosulphite. While these positions do not immediately alter EU law, they signal future alignment of international labeling and functional class standards for additives such as nisin and microcrystalline cellulose.

27 Mar 2026, 20:41data.consilium.europa.euEuropean Union

South Korea MFDS Consults On Draft Safety Review For GM Microorganism-Derived Cellulase Food Additive

South Korea's MFDS is consulting on a draft safety assessment for a GM microorganism-derived cellulase food additive through April 2026. This process signals a potential regulatory path for new biotech-derived ingredients, requiring manufacturers to ensure scientific data aligns with national food safety standards.

27 Mar 2026, 20:06mfds.go.krSouth Korea

European Commission Confirms Ongoing EFSA Re-evaluation Of Polyol Sweeteners

The European Commission has confirmed that EFSA is currently re-evaluating all authorized polyol sweeteners, with refined exposure data for erythritol expected by 2027 and opinions on six other polyols due in the coming years. While no immediate restrictions are planned, businesses should prepare for potential adjustments to use conditions, impurity specifications, or labeling requirements once EFSA finalizes its safety assessments.

27 Mar 2026, 18:37europarl.europa.euEuropean Union

US ITC Schedules Expedited Third Five-Year Reviews of Citric Acid and Certain Citrate Salts From China

The US ITC has scheduled an expedited sunset review of antidumping and countervailing duty orders on citric acid and citrate salts from China, with comments due by April 28, 2026. Importers should anticipate the likely extension of these duties, as the expedited procedure reflects a lack of substantive opposition from Chinese exporters to maintaining current trade protections.

27 Mar 2026, 18:20public-inspection.federalregister.govUnited States

US ITC Issues Final Injury Determinations on Erythritol From China

The US ITC has finalized injury determinations for erythritol imports from China, confirming that domestic industry is materially harmed by dumped and subsidized products. This decision clears the path for formal antidumping and countervailing duty orders, necessitating immediate cost and supply chain adjustments for importers of Chinese-origin erythritol.

27 Mar 2026, 18:18public-inspection.federalregister.govUnited States

EU Corrigendum to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/973 on Organic Production Inputs

The EU published a corrigendum in March 2026 narrowing which food additives qualify as agricultural ingredients for organic content calculations. Manufacturers must re-verify product formulations to ensure compliance with organic labeling thresholds, as non-asterisked additives no longer contribute to the organic percentage.

27 Mar 2026, 07:55eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union