Efsa

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 28.10.2026

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EFSA is an acronym for "European Food Safety Authority".

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EFSA is a European agency established in 2002 by the European Union and funded by it. EFSA serves as an impartial source of scientific advice and communication regarding risks associated with food.

Health claims on labels, known as “health claims”, must be scientifically evaluated and approved by EFSA. 

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Last updated on: 28.10.2026