This book concerns the EU legal and regulatory framework relating to Chemicals in Food. It is
divided in two parts: the first section offers an introduction to the European General Food Law
with an analysis of EFSA (the European Food Safety Authority) and a description of main
features of food safety-related regulations. The second part focusses on the legislation
finding application concerning chemicals in food from different viewpoints namely: - the REACH
regulation - the enzyme flavorings and additive regulatory framework - the matter of
contamination and veterinary drugs - the use of Food contact materials. The final chapter
addresses several considerations relating to chemical hazards and crisis management
highlighting shortcomings and lessons from experience.
