EFSAbeoordeling

EFSAbeoordeling refers to the assessment process conducted by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). EFSA is an independent European agency that provides scientific advice and communicates on existing and emerging risks associated with the food chain. The EFSAbeoordeling process is a cornerstone of EFSA's work, ensuring that food safety policies in the European Union are based on robust scientific evidence.

When a specific substance, technology, or process is proposed for use within the EU food supply, or when new concerns arise about an existing one, EFSA undertakes a scientific risk assessment. This assessment involves gathering and evaluating all relevant scientific data from various sources, including studies submitted by applicants, research from member states, and international scientific literature. EFSA's independent experts, organized into specialized panels, review this information rigorously.

The outcome of an EFSAbeoordeling is typically a scientific opinion. This opinion details the potential risks to public health, and in some cases, animal health and the environment, associated with the subject under assessment. It may also include recommendations for risk management measures. These opinions are made public and serve as the scientific basis for European Commission's legislative decisions and regulatory actions. The process aims to be transparent and to ensure a high level of consumer protection.