Contaminants

Contaminants are natural or chemical molecules that are found in foods. They can come from pesticides used in farming or from various sources of pollution. Contaminants of natural origin also exist such as toxins produced by bacteria or viruses and mould.

Afssa is responsible for assessing the maximum quantities of residues that are not a risk to health.

Additives flavourings and processing aids
Food contact materials
Contaminants
Neoformed products
Biocides
Pesticides residues
Pollutants
Natural toxins
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