UK FSA after Brexit: These differences from EU regulations you need to know
UK FSA after Brexit: New Paths for Supplement Manufacturers
Since Brexit, different regulations apply in the UK compared to the EU. The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) has published its own guidance documents.
Key Differences from the EU
1. Maximum Levels
- The UK FSA has established its own maximum levels
- In some cases, these are stricter than EFSA recommendations
- Example: Vitamin B6 - 10 mg/day (EU: varies)
2. Novel Food
- The UK has a separate Novel Food list
- Some substances have a different status compared to the EU
- CBD is subject to stricter regulations
3. Health Claims
- The UK still uses the EU Health Claims Database
- New claims must be submitted to UK authorities
- Transitional regulations must be observed!
Practical Example
A German manufacturer wants to sell in the UK:
✅ Step 1: UK-specific compliance check
✅ Step 2: Label adjustment (English language)
✅ Step 3: Appoint a UK Responsible Person
✅ Step 4: UK registration with the FSA
Tools for UK Compliance
- Supplement-Check.eu: Automatic UK FSA compliance check
- Multi-country comparison (EU vs UK)
- Export-friendly reports
Created on: December 18, 2024
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