Printer friendly versionEU - stricter on GM labelling
The European Union has plans to alter the rules on the labelling of foods containing genetically modified ingredients. If the new laws are passed then a manufacturer will have to be able to show that his product contains 'no detectable' genetically modified ingredients as opposed to the previous rule where it had to contain less than 1% modified ingredients. A statement from the EU said that the new legislation must give the consumer a real and informed choice that could be defended against fraud and misuse.
There is a dichotomy in European thinking on the one hand there is a constant consumer demand for cheaper foods but this is balanced by an absolute requirement for informed choice.
Danisco launches hexose oxidase
On the subject of biotechnology, Danisco have launched a new hexose oxidase enzyme derived from a seaweed source. The main target for the new enzyme appears to be as a bromate replacer in bread. The enzyme is approved in the USA and Danisco are seeking approval in the USA.
Konjac woes continue
Konjac continues in the news, on the 27th March 2002 the EU effectively banned the marketing and import of jelly confectionery containing konjac. Different variations on the wording floated about Europe including a rather dramatic French suggestion to ban a whole series of gums in various jelly confectionery. However in the end the EU appears to have settled on a very specific ban on konjac in mini cup gels.
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