Belgium:
Belgian Regulator Provides Safety Advice On Insects Intended For Human Consumption
19 February 2015
Jones Day
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The Belgian Food Safety Agency recently provided advice on the microbial and chemical safety of
insects intended for human consumption. According to the agency,
the presence of pathogenic bacteria and spores from the production
environment bearing the potential to infect both the insects and
consumers cannot be ruled out. The report advises that a heating
step is indispensable before products are put on the market or
consumed and that labels should appropriately warn consumers of
possible allergic reactions. Currently, there are no specific
regulations in Belgium or in Europe regulating insects for human
consumption.
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