Amendment to EU 2022/1616 establishing new requirements for Union register management, compliance documentation, test methods, and procedures for release for free circulation.
EUR-Lex Official Journal · EU-wideFDA announces draft guidance chapter on chemical hazard control under FSMA preventive controls requirements for human food manufacturing.
US Federal Register - FDA Rules · United StatesRecommendation on monitoring N-nitrosamines in food to protect public health from potential carcinogenic contamination.
EUR-Lex Official Journal · EU-wideFDA permits salt substitutes in standardized foods to reduce sodium content and support cardiovascular health.
US Federal Register - FDA Rules · United StatesFDA guidance on identity and safety information requirements for new dietary ingredient notification submissions by manufacturers and distributors.
US Federal Register - FDA Guidance Notices · United StatesFDA proposes to amend minimum and maximum nutrient levels, units of measure, and labeling requirements for infant formula, and assesses four additional nutrients.
US Federal Register - FDA Rules · United StatesNewFDA guidance on Type VII Veterinary Master Files for research and development of animal cells, tissues, cell- and tissue-based products, gene therapies, and heritable genomic alterations in animals.
US Federal Register - FDA Guidance Notices · United StatesFDA announces draft guidance on truthful and non-misleading U.S.-origin statements in seafood product labeling.
US Federal Register - FDA Guidance Notices · United StatesFDA finalizes guidance on mandatory recall authority, criteria, process and expectations for cosmetic products.
US Federal Register - FDA Guidance Notices · United StatesFDA announces draft guidance establishing action levels for cadmium in processed foods for infants and toddlers under 2 years old.
US Federal Register - FDA Rules · United StatesFDA announces draft guidance stating it does not intend to enforce certain traceability record requirements for specified retail food establishments and restaurants.
US Federal Register - FDA Rules · United StatesFDA announces final guidance harmonizing international genotoxicity testing requirements for veterinary drug residues in human food.
US Federal Register - FDA Guidance Notices · United StatesSince 1 July 2026, animal species must be specified on veterinary prescriptions under the new mandatory model.
FAMHP (Belgian Medicine Agency) · BelgiumImplementing Regulation (EU) 2026/1810 updates the list of essential substances for food-producing horses, entering into force 28 July 2026, with transition until 21 May 2027.
FAMHP (Belgian Medicine Agency) · BelgiumPlease be informed that the procedure required for submission at the national level for the registration of veterinary medicinal products
Greece EOF · GreeceCommission recommends revision of the European assessment framework for safe and sustainable by design chemicals and materials.
EUR-Lex Official Journal · EU-wideEuropean Parliament amendments to proposed directives on placing genetically modified micro-organisms on the market and organ processing.
European Parliament - SANT Subcommittee (Public Health) · EU-wideEuropean Parliament amendments to proposed directives on placing genetically modified micro-organisms on the market and organ processing.
European Parliament - SANT Subcommittee (Public Health) · EU-wideIn vitro laboratory testing for sunscreen sun protection factor is reliable and more ethical than human volunteer testing involving UV-induced sunburn.
Portugal INFARMED · PortugalFDA announces draft guidance on target animal safety evaluation methods for veterinary monoclonal antibody products, harmonized internationally via VICH.
US Federal Register - FDA Guidance Notices · United StatesFAMHP and AMCRA offer e-learning and Q&A support for veterinarians on mandatory antibiotic recording in VAMREG for horses and aquaculture fish from 1 July 2026.
FAMHP (Belgian Medicine Agency) · BelgiumFDA announces final guidance on harmonised reproduction testing protocols for evaluating safety of veterinary drug residues in food.
US Federal Register - FDA Guidance Notices · United StatesFDA guidance on evaluating microbiological effects of antimicrobial new animal drugs on human-health-concern bacteria in new animal drug applications.
US Federal Register - FDA Guidance Notices · United StatesFinnish Supervisory Agency published new delivery guide for alcoholic beverages and updated guides on retail, serving and marketing following parliamentary amendments to remote selling, delivery and marketing rules.
Finnish Supervisory Agency (Lupa- ja valvontavirasto) · FinlandThe MAHs are reminded of their duty to, according to Article 58(4) of Regulation (EU) 2019/6, ensure that the summary
Greece EOF · GreeceSwissmedic simplifies the application process for changing status between main authorisation and export licence for veterinary medicines, effective 1 September 2026.
Swissmedic · SwitzerlandFDA announces draft guidance on compounding animal drug products from bulk drug substances under CGMP at registered facilities.
US Federal Register - FDA Guidance Notices · United StatesFDA issues final guidance on biological hazard controls for ready-to-eat fresh-cut produce manufacturers, superseding 2008 guidance.
US Federal Register - FDA Rules · United StatesGuidance on the procedure, requirements and application form for simplified special registration of eligible veterinary medicines.
AEMPS (Spanish Medicine Agency) · SpainGreece's National Medicines Organisation published the procedure and required forms for registering veterinary medicines with central marketing authorisation.
Greece EOF · GreeceFDA invites 60-day public comment on proposed information collection for third-party disclosure and recordkeeping requirements for reportable food.
US Federal Register - FDA Guidance Notices · United StatesFDA proposes to require submission of GRAS notices for human and animal food substances claimed to be generally recognized as safe under the FD&C Act.
US Federal Register - FDA Rules · United StatesAmends multiple instruments to establish requirements for authorisation holders and their Union representatives for placing genetically modified organism products on the market.
EUR-Lex Official Journal · EU-wideNew EU regulation establishing rules for plants developed using new genomic techniques and amending the official controls regulation.
EUR-Lex Official Journal · EU-wideFDA seeks public comment on information collection requirements for guidance on handling commodities with pesticide residues where EPA has revoked, suspended, or modified tolerances.
US Federal Register - FDA Guidance Notices · United StatesFDA announces FY 2027 annual and initial/renewal fee rates for accreditation bodies and certification bodies in the FSMA third-party certification program.
US Federal Register - FDA Notices · United StatesFDA announces FY 2027 fee rates for domestic and foreign facility reinspections, recall compliance failures, and importer reinspections under FSMA.
US Federal Register - FDA Guidance Notices · United StatesFDA announces user fee rates and payment procedures for FY 2027 generic new animal drug applications under AGDUFA IV.
US Federal Register - FDA Notices · United StatesImplementing Regulation (EU) 2024/1973 on antimicrobial use in animals enters into force on 8 August 2026.
AEMPS (Spanish Medicine Agency) · SpainAmendment to enforcement procedures for veterinary medicinal product residues and illegal treatment in food-producing animals.
EUR-Lex Official Journal · EU-wideEU regulation expands fragrance allergens requiring individual labelling on cosmetic products from 24 to 81, effective August 2026.
AEMPS (Spanish Medicine Agency) · SpainAmendment to food import control rules: expands exemptions from official border controls for certain composite food products and modifies private attestation requirements.
EUR-Lex Official Journal · EU-wideAmendment to sample retention requirements for repackaged veterinary medicinal products in parallel trade.
EUR-Lex Official Journal · EU-wideCorrection to pesticide residue definitions and commodity analysis lists for fosetyl-Al and trimethyl-sulfonium cation.
EUR-Lex Official Journal · EU-wideRegulation establishes methods for sampling and analysis of pesticide residues in food and feed, repealing Directive 2002/63/EC.
EUR-Lex Official Journal · EU-wideEuropean Parliament draft report on proposed amendments to EU directives governing the placing on the market of genetically modified micro-organisms and organ processing.
European Parliament - SANT Subcommittee (Public Health) · EU-wideAEMPS publishes infographic guidance on appropriate and inappropriate uses of TP1 biocides for human hygiene.
AEMPS (Spanish Medicine Agency) · SpainRegulation 2023/2055 restricts marketing of products containing intentionally added microplastics; member state authorities agree this applies to AEMPS-regulated biocides.
AEMPS (Spanish Medicine Agency) · Spain