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EU Regulation of Trans Fats (TFAs)

Summary

The European Parliament calls for a mandatory EU-wide limit on industrially produced trans fats in food to combat rising cardiovascular diseases and health inequalities.
10 26.10.2016
Other
health
environment
public safety
social policy
administrative law
public administration
simplification of legislation

Key points

  • The resolution addresses the health risks posed by industrially produced trans fatty acids (TFAs) in food.
  • High intake of these fats is linked to cardiovascular disease, obesity, and other serious health conditions.
  • The Parliament suggests following the Danish model, which set a limit of 2% for trans fats in oils and fats.
  • The Commission is requested to propose an EU-wide legal limit on industrial TFAs within two years.
Documents (PDFs)
MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on trans fats (TFAs) MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on trans fats Trans fats
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