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Regulated Food and Feed Products for Great Britain

Argan oil from Argania spinosa

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Definition/Description
Argan oil is the oil obtained by cold pressing of the almond like kernels of the fruits of Argania spinosa (L.) Skeels. Kernels may be roasted prior to pressing, but with no direct contact with a flame.
Authorised novel ID
NOVEL-16

Conditions of use

Conditions under which the novel food may be used
Food category Maximum levels
As seasonings Not specified
Food supplements as defined in Directive 2002/46/EC In line with normal food use of vegetable oils
Additional specific labelling requirements
The designation of the novel food on the labelling of the foodstuffs containing it shall be 'Argan oil' and if used as seasoning 'Vegetable oil only for seasoning' shall be mentioned on the label
Other requirements
not specified
Data Protection
not specified

Dates

Date of authorisation
Pre-1 January 2021 (from retained EU regulations)
Last updated

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