EU-28: EU Bans Use of Artificial Sweeteners in Dietetic Bakery Products

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As a result of the EU’s new rules on dietetic foods, applicable since July 2016, a whole range of products carrying dietetic suitability statements needed to be re-labeled and/or reformulated. In addition, Commission Regulation 2018/97, published on January 23, 2018, bans the use of artificial sweeteners in fine bakery products aimed at people with special dietary needs. It becomes applicable on February 13, 2018, but products already on the market can be sold until stocks are exhausted.

EU-28: EU Bans Use of Artificial Sweeteners in Dietetic Bakery Products

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