1. Introduction to German Food Law German food law (Lebensmittelrecht) is a highly regulated legal framework ensuring the safety, quality, and proper labeling of food products. It is part of consumer protection law and is heavily influenced by European Union (EU) regulations, which harmonize food standards across member states. The primary objectives of German food […]
Food law has seen significant updates globally, including in the European Union (EU), Germany, and internationally, reflecting evolving consumer preferences, sustainability goals, and safety standards. Below is a comprehensive overview of key changes: 1. European Union (EU) a. Farm-to-Fork Strategy Implementation Objective: To create a fair, healthy, and environmentally-friendly food system. Key Changes: Introduction of
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All food sold in Germany must be safe and controlled. This also applies to imported products. Safety is guaranteed by the responsible food business operator. Compliance with legal requirements is checked in official food inspections. For example, additives and novel foods must be approved, and harmful residues of pesticides are prohibited. Labelling should also make
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Freedom of production and marketing In principle, foodstuffs are not subject to any official approval or authorisation requirements. The same applies to the production or import of food. This principle is however restricted by individual statutory regulations, for example the Novel Food Regulation or the EC Genetic Food Regulation. In addition, there are product-specific regulations
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Food Hygiene and Food Distribution: a new case Food Hygiene Regulations must always be taken into consideration. Let’s have a look at this case of German Law (Berlin Administrative Court, decision of 21.10.2021 – VG 14 L 453/21 -) Food regulations must be complied with by all persons engaged in the distribution of food, regardless
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Candy Packages & Indication of number: how each packet legally counts If a package of sweets contains several individual packets, the number of packets must be recognizable to the end consumer. The OVG Rhineland-Palatinate ruled that this is not to be considered a „meaningless“ information (Urt. v. 02.11.2021, Az. 6 A 10695/21.OVG). A package of
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horak Attorneys at Law advises and represents clients in all legal matters relating to the production or sale of food/cosmetics and consumer goods. In addition to classical national and European food law, this legal practice also includes international food law as well as special matters such as due diligence obligations under food law, reporting obligations
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