Opposition to Titanium Dioxide (E 171) in Food

by name voted on 07.10.2020

Summary

The European Parliament opposes the continued use of titanium dioxide (E 171) as a food additive due to potential health risks and scientific uncertainty.

9 07.10.2020

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public safety

social policy

administrative law

public administration

Key points

The motion opposes the draft regulation regarding titanium dioxide (E 171) specifications.
Titanium dioxide is used mainly for color and opacity in foods like sweets, cakes, and ice cream.
Scientific bodies have raised concerns about potential carcinogenic effects and the presence of nanoparticles.
The motion highlights that many products contain nanoparticles without being labeled as such.

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Documents (PDFs)

MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the draft Commission regulation amending the Annex to Regulation (EU) No 231/2012 laying down specifications for food additives listed in Annexes II and III to Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards specifications for titanium dioxide (E 171) Objection to an implementing act: Specifications for titanium dioxide (E 171)

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