Additionally referred to as E171, titanium dioxide completely banned from meals – rts.ch

In March, following within the footsteps of the European Union, Switzerland banned the usage of titanium dioxide, with a transitional interval of six months, which expires on Thursday. Solely merchandise manufactured based on the outdated legislation can nonetheless be bought till the tip of their shelf life, specifies the Federal Workplace for Meals Security and Veterinary Affairs (OSAV) in a press launch.

Titanium dioxide is an additive used primarily in confectionery, dragees and chewing gum for instance, and meals dietary supplements. It provides a white colour, extra shine and depth to meals, based on the OSAV. Titanium dioxide has been approved in Switzerland since 1979.

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“Not a critical hazard”

The choice to ban it in Switzerland is predicated on a reassessment of the security of this substance by the European Meals Security Authority (EFSA). In Might 2021, the latter concluded that harm to the genetic heritage by titanium dioxide particles couldn’t be excluded.

In accordance with the FSVO, the consumption of foodstuffs containing E171 doesn’t symbolize a critical hazard to well being, however, in view of the uncertainties, its use as a meals additive will however be prohibited. The FSVO has subsequently transposed the EU legislative act into Swiss legislation not solely to ensure equal safety for Swiss customers, but additionally to facilitate commerce with the frequent market, he defined in March.

In the interim, the pharmaceutical trade – which additionally makes use of the dye E171 within the manufacture of medicines – will not be affected by the European ban.

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