BfR Updates Iodine Maximum Levels for 2025
The German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment has updated its recommendation for iodine in food supplements to 100 µg per daily dose.
# BfR Updates Iodine Maximum Levels for 2025
The German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) updated its maximum level recommendation for iodine in food supplements on December 19, 2025.
Key Changes
New Maximum Level - **100 µg iodine** per daily dose in food supplements - **Opinion No. 065/2025** - **Date:** December 19, 2025
Background The adjustment considers: - Current scientific data on iodine supply - National dietary surveys (NVS II) - EFSA recommendations for Tolerable Upper Intake Levels
Affected Products - Multivitamin/mineral supplements - Iodine mono-preparations - Fortified foods
What Does This Mean for Manufacturers?
Immediate Actions 1. **Product Review:** Check all iodine-containing products 2. **Dosage Adjustment:** Adapt formulations if exceeded 3. **Labeling:** Update nutritional labeling
Transition Period The BfR recommends prompt implementation, although no legal deadline exists.
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Source: [BfR Opinion 065/2025](https://www.bfr.bund.de/stellungnahme/aktualisierung-2025-hoechstmengenvorschlaege-fuer-jod-in-lebensmitteln-inklusive-nahrungsergaenzungsmitteln/)
*Created: December 19, 2025 • Last updated: December 19, 2025*
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