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Unauthorized Novel Food Ingredients And Additives has been detected in Food supplement with lysate of bacterial cells of living bacterial cells.

March 31 2025

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On March 27, 2025, a significant food safety incident was reported involving a food supplement that contains lysate of bacterial cells derived from living bacterial cells. The source of this issue was traced back to Germany, where...

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On March 27, 2025, a significant food safety incident was reported involving a food supplement that contains lysate of bacterial cells derived from living bacterial cells. The source of this issue was traced back to Germany, where unauthorized novel food ingredients and additives were detected in the product.

This incident falls under the category of control and is classified as a hazard related to adulteration. The detection of unauthorized substances raises concerns about compliance with food safety regulations and standards, which are designed to ensure the safety and integrity of food products consumed by the public.

The information regarding this incident was disseminated through the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF), which serves as a critical communication network for food safety authorities across Europe. The RASFF facilitates timely alerts and information sharing regarding potential food safety risks, enabling swift action to mitigate any threats to public health.

As investigations continue, stakeholders are urged to remain vigilant regarding the integrity of food supplements and the adherence to regulatory standards governing food safety and quality. This incident highlights the importance of monitoring food products to prevent the introduction of unauthorized ingredients into the market.


  • Incident: Unauthorized Novel Food Ingredients And Additives has been detected in Food supplement with lysate of bacterial cells of living bacterial cells.
  • Date: 2025-03-27
  • Product: Food supplement with lysate of bacterial cells of living bacterial cells
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  • Origin of issue: Germany
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  • Incident Category: Control
  • Hazard Category: Adulteration
  • Source: Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF)

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Tags: March 2025