Learn about Commission Regulation (EU) 2026/1825 introducing new maximum levels for 3-MCPD and glycidyl esters in infant foods, effective January 2027.
Amends Regulation (EU) 2023/915 as regards maximum levels of 3-monochloropropanediol (3-MCPD), 3-MCPD fatty acid esters and glycidyl fatty acid esters in certain foods intended for infant nutrition, with particular focus on baby food and processed cereal-based foods for infants and young children.
Summary of the amendments
Regulation (EU) 2026/1825 amends Regulation (EU) 2023/915 by introducing:
- new specific maximum levels for baby food and processed cereal-based foods intended for infants and young children.
- a reduction of the maximum levels applicable to oils and fats intended to produce such foods.
- new specific maximum levels for compound foods containing more than 5% fat and added vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and/or oils from other marine organisms.
- the inclusion of 3-MBPD fatty acid esters and 3-MIPD fatty acid esters within the analytical definition of glycidyl fatty acid esters.
Comparative Tables
1. Sum of 3-monochloropropanediol (3-MCPD) and 3-MCPD fatty acid esters, expressed as 3-MCPD
2. Glycidyl fatty acid esters, expressed as glycidol*
Key Dates
- Entry into force: 19 August 2026
- Application of the new limits: 1 January 2027
Link: COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) 2026/1825
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