EFSA Health Claims Reference Guide
Navigating European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) health claims is a critical step in product formulation and compliance. Use the resources below to understand the current approved claims, conditions of use, and which ingredients can help you achieve them.
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Current EFSA Health Claims Breakdown
Follow the links below for a comprehensive breakdown of current EFSA health claims:
- Full list of EFSA health claims (Includes Conditions of use of the claim / Restrictions of use)
- EFSA health claims summary by category
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EU Register of Approved Nutrition and Health Claims
The EU Register divides approved nutrition and health claims made on foods into four primary regulatory sections:
Article 13(1) – General Function Claims
“General function” claims under Article 13(1) of the EC Regulation refer to the role of a nutrient or substance in growth, development, and body functions; psychological and behavioural functions; slimming and weight control, satiety, or the reduction of available energy from the diet.
Article 13(5) – Newly Developed Scientific Evidence Claims
Claims under Article 13(5) are those based on newly developed scientific evidence and/or for which protection of proprietary data is requested. For these health claims, authorisation is required on a case-by-case basis following the submission of a scientific dossier to EFSA for assessment.
Article 14(1a) – Reduction of Disease Risk Claims
Claims under Article 14(1a) of the EC Regulation on nutrition and health claims refer specifically to the reduction of disease risk.
Article 14(1b) – Children’s Development or Health Claims
Claims under Article 14(1b) of the EC Regulation on nutrition and health claims refer directly to children’s development or health.
Helpful Links & Downloads
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