April 14, 2016
The European Commission (EC) has issued Commission Regulation (EU) 2016/355, as regards the Specific Requirements for Gelatine, Collagen and Highly Refined Products of Animal Origin intended for Human Consumption. It amends Annex III of Regulation No. 853/2004, and includes the following residue limits for gelatine and collagen:
- Arsenic: 1 ppm
- Lead: 5 ppm
- Cadmium: 0.5 ppm
- Mercury: 0.15 ppm
- Chromium: 10 ppm
- Copper: 30 ppm
- Zinc: 50 ppm
- Sulfur dioxide: 50 ppm
- Hydrogen peroxide: 10 ppm
Published March 11, the regulation became effective on April 1, 2016.