The UK food safety watchdog has given CBD beverage companies until March next year to submit authorisation applications or face having their products taken off shelves. In a ruling that was largely welcomed by the producers contacted by just-drinks today, the Food Standards Agency said any company that wants to use CBD in food and beverages must […]
Etiqueta: toxicity
EFSA confirms health concerns about furan in food
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has carried out an assessment of the substance furan and concluded that exposure to high levels could pose a health risk. The Authority admits that because of gaps in knowledge about the possible toxicity and effects of the substance, scientists can’t even recommend safe levels. However, their research will […]