On August 9, 2021, the European Union issued Commission Regulation (EU) 2021/1317, amending Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as regards maximum levels of lead in certain foodstuffs. This regulation will take effect on the twentieth day from the date of issuance. Foods listed in the annex that have been legally placed on the market before the entry into force of this regulation can continue to be sold until February 28, 2022.

metals of the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006, subsection 3.1. (Lead) is replaced by the following: