The regulation establishes a legal framework for controlling contaminating substances in foodstuffs in Norway, primarily by setting maximum permitted levels and incorporating relevant EU rules into national law. It applies broadly across Norwegian territory and to food placed on the market, ensuring that products exceeding established contaminant thresholds cannot be sold, used as ingredients, or mixed with compliant food. The regulation implements Regulation (EU) 2023/915 based on the principle that contamination should be kept as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA). In addition, the regulation establishes rules on monitoring, enforcement, and specific situations such as processed foods, labeling requirements, and exceptions for certain traditional products or contaminants. The Norwegian Food Safety Authority is responsible for supervision and enforcement, including granting exemptions in limited cases. The regulation also provides for penalties in case of violations and includes transitional provisions, national limits (e.g. for radioactive substances in drinking water), and temporary measures for specific contaminants.
Noruega · 2015-07-03