1 ANNEX  
LIST OF PERMITTED HEALTH CLAIMS  
 
Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Activated charcoal Activated charcoal 
contributes to reducing excessive flatulence after eating The claim may be used only 
for food which contains 1 g of activated charcoal per quantified portion. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with 1 g which should be taken at least 30 minutes before and 1 g shortly after the meal.  2011;9(4):2049 1938 2 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Alpha-linolenic acid 
(ALA) ALA contributes to the 
maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of ALA as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  Information shall be given to 
the consumer that the 
beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 2 g of ALA.  2009; 7(9):1252 
2011;9(6):2203 493, 568 3 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Arabinoxylan 
produced from wheat 
endosperm Consumption of 
arabinoxylan as part of a meal contributes to a reduction of the blood glucose rise after that meal The claim may be used only 
for food which contains at least 8 g of arabinoxylan (AX)-rich fibre produced from wheat endosperm (at least 60 % AX by weight) per 100 g of available carbohydrates in a quantified portion as part of the meal. In 
order to bear the claim 
information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained by consuming the arabinoxylan (AX)-rich fibre produced from wheat endosperm as part of the meal.  2011;9(6):2205 830 
Barley grain fibre Barley grain fibre 
contributes to an increase in faecal bulk The claim may be used only 
for food which is high in that fibre as referred to in the claim HIGH FIBRE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2011;9(6):2249 819 4 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Beta-glucans Beta-glucans contribute to 
the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels The claim may be used only 
for food which contains at least 1 g of beta-glucans from oats, oat bran, barley, barley bran, or from mixtures of these sources per quantified portion. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the 
beneficial effect is obtained 
with a daily intake of 3 g of beta-glucans from oats, oat bran, barley, barley bran, or from mixtures of these beta-glucans.   2009; 7(9):1254 
2011;9(6):2207 754, 755, 757, 
801, 1465, 2934 
1236, 1299 5 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Beta-glucans from 
oats and barley Consumption of beta-
glucans from oats or barley as part of a meal contributes to the reduction of the blood glucose rise after that meal The claim may be used only 
for food which contains at least 4 g of beta-glucans from oats or barley for each 30 g of available carbohydrates in a quantified portion as part of the meal. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the 
beneficial effect is obtained 
by consuming the beta-glucans from oats or barley as part of the meal.   2011;9(6):2207 821, 824 
Betaine Betaine contributes to 
normal homocysteine metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which contains at least 500 mg of betaine per quantified portion. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 1,5 g of betaine. In order to bear the 
claim information shall be given to the consumer that a daily intake in excess of 4 g may significantly increase blood cholesterol levels. 2011;9(4):2052 4325 6 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Biotin Biotin contributes to 
normal energy-yielding metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1209 114, 117 
Biotin Biotin contributes to 
normal functioning of the nervous system  The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1209 116 7 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Biotin Biotin contributes to 
normal macronutrient metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1209 
2010;8(10):1728113, 114, 117, 
4661 
Biotin Biotin contributes to 
normal psychological function The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1728 120 8 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Biotin Biotin contributes to the 
maintenance of normal hair The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1209 
2010;8(10):1728118, 121, 2876 
Biotin Biotin contributes to the 
maintenance of normal mucous membranes The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1209 115 9 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Biotin Biotin contributes to the 
maintenance of normal skin The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1209 
2010;8(10):1728115, 121 
Calcium Calcium contributes to 
normal blood clotting The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1210 230, 236 10 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Calcium Calcium contributes to 
normal energy-yielding metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1210 234 
Calcium Calcium contributes to 
normal muscle function The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1210 226, 230, 235 11 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Calcium Calcium contributes to 
normal neurotransmission The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1210 227, 230, 235 
Calcium Calcium contributes to the 
normal function of digestive enzymes The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1210 355 12 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Calcium Calcium has a role in the 
process of cell division and specialisation  The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1725 237 
Calcium Calcium is needed for the 
maintenance of normal bones The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1210 
2009; 7(9):1272 
2010;8(10):1725 
2011;9(6):2203 224, 230, 350, 
354, 2731, 3155, 
4311, 4312, 
4703 4704 13 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Calcium Calcium is needed for the 
maintenance of normal teeth The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1210 
2010;8(10):1725 
2011;9(6):2203 224, 230, 231, 
2731, 
3099,3155, 
4311, 4312, 
4703 4704 
Carbohydrate-
electrolyte solutions Carbohydrate-electrolyte 
solutions contribute to the maintenance of endurance performance during prolonged endurance exercise In order to bear the claim 
carbohydrate-electrolyte solutions should contain 80-350 kcal/L from carbohydrates, and at least 75 % of the energy should be derived from carbohydrates which induce a high glycaemic response, such as glucose, glucose polymers and sucrose. In addition, these beverages should contain between 20 mmol/L (460 mg/L) and 50 mmol/L (1,150 mg/L) of sodium, and have an osmolality between 200-330 mOsm/kg water.   2011;9(6):2211 466, 469 14 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Carbohydrate-
electrolyte solutions Carbohydrate-electrolyte 
solutions enhance the absorption of water during physical exercise In order to bear the claim 
carbohydrate-electrolyte solutions should contain 80-350 kcal/L from carbohydrates, and at least 75 % of the energy should be derived from carbohydrates which induce a high glycaemic response, such as 
glucose, glucose polymers 
and sucrose. In addition, these beverages should contain between 20 mmol/L (460 mg/L) and 50 mmol/L (1,150 mg/L) of sodium, and have an osmolality between 200-330 mOsm/kg water.   2011;9(6):2211 314, 315, 316, 
317, 319, 322, 325, 332, 408, 
465, 473, 1168, 
1574, 1593, 1618, 4302, 
4309 
Chitosan Chitosan contributes to the 
maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels The claim may be used only 
for food which provides a daily intake of 3 g of chitosan. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of chitosan.  2011;9(6):2214 4663 15 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Chloride Chloride contributes to 
normal digestion by production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of chloride as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. The claim cannot be 
used on chloride from the source sodium chloride 2010;8(10):1764 326 
Choline Choline contributes to 
normal homocysteine metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which contains at least 82,5 mg of choline per 100 g or 100 ml or per single portion of food.  2011;9(4):2056 3090 
Choline Choline contributes to 
normal lipid metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which contains at least 82,5 mg of choline per 100 g or 100 ml or per single portion of food.   2011;9(4):2056 3186 16 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Choline Choline contributes to the 
maintenance of normal liver function The claim may be used only 
for food which contains at least 82,5 mg of choline per 100 g or 100 ml or per single portion of food.   2011;9(4):2056 
2011;9(6):2203 1501 
712, 1633 
Chromium Chromium contributes to 
normal macronutrient metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of trivalent chromium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1732260, 401, 4665, 
4666, 4667 17 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Chromium Chromium contributes to 
the maintenance of normal blood glucose levels The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of trivalent chromium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1732 
2011;9(6):2203 262, 4667 
4698 
Copper Copper contributes to 
maintenance of normal connective tissues The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1211 265, 271, 1722 18 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Copper Copper contributes to 
normal energy-yielding metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1211 
2011;9(4):2079 266, 1729 
Copper Copper contributes to 
normal functioning of the nervous system The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1211 
2011;9(4):2079 267, 1723 19 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Copper Copper contributes to 
normal hair pigmentation The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1211 268, 1724 
Copper Copper contributes to 
normal iron transport in the body The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1211 269, 270, 1727 20 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Copper Copper contributes to 
normal skin pigmentation The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1211 268, 1724 
Copper Copper contributes to the 
normal function of the immune system The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1211 
2011;9(4):2079 264, 1725 21 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Copper Copper contributes to the 
protection of cells from oxidative stress The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1211 263, 1726 
Creatine Creatine increases physical 
performance in successive bursts of short-term, high intensity exercise  The claim may be used only 
for food which provides a daily intake of 3 g of creatine. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of creatine.  The claim may be 
used only for foods targeting adults performing high intensity exercise 2011;9(7):2303 739, 1520, 1521, 
1522, 1523, 1525, 1526, 1531, 1532, 1533, 1534, 1922, 1923, 
1924 22 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Docosahexaenoic 
acid (DHA) DHA contributes to 
maintenance of normal brain function The claim may be used only 
for food which contains at least 40 mg of DHA per 100 g and per 100 kcal. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 250 mg of DHA.  2010;8(10):1734 
2011;9(4):2078 565, 626, 631, 
689, 704, 742, 
3148, 690, 3151, 
497, 501, 510, 513, 519, 521, 534, 540, 688, 
1323, 1360, 
4294 
Docosahexaenoic 
acid (DHA) DHA contributes to the 
maintenance of normal vision The claim may be used only 
for food which contains at least 40 mg of DHA per 100 g and per 100 kcal. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 250 mg of DHA.  2010;8(10):1734 
2011;9(4):2078 627, 632, 743, 
3149, 2905, 508, 
510, 513, 519, 529, 540, 688, 
4294 23 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Eicosapentaenoic 
acid and 
docosahexaenoic acid 
(EPA/DHA) EPA and DHA contribute 
to the normal function of the heart  The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of EPA and DHA as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. In order to bear the claim information 
shall be given to the consumer 
that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 250 mg of EPA and DHA.  2010;8(10):1796 
2011;9(4):2078 504, 506, 516, 
527, 538, 703, 
1128, 1317, 
1324, 1325, 510, 
688, 1360 
Fluoride Fluoride contributes to the 
maintenance of tooth mineralisation The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of fluoride as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1212 
2010;8(10):1797275, 276, 338, 
4238, 24 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Folate Folate contributes to 
maternal tissue growth during pregnancy The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1213 2882 
Folate Folate contributes to 
normal amino acid synthesis The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1760 195, 2881 25 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Folate Folate contributes to 
normal blood formation The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1213 79 
Folate Folate contributes to 
normal homocysteine metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1213 80 26 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Folate Folate contributes to 
normal psychological function The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1760 81, 85, 86, 88 
Folate Folate contributes to the 
normal function of the immune system The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1213 91 27 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Folate Folate contributes to the 
reduction of tiredness and fatigue The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1760 84 
Folate Folate has a role in the 
process of cell division The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1213 
2010;8(10):1760193, 195, 2881 28 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Foods with a low or 
reduced content of 
saturated fatty acids Reducing consumption of 
saturated fat contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least low in saturated fatty acids, as referred to in the claim LOW SATURATED FAT  or reduced in saturated fatty acids as referred to in the claim REDUCED [NAME OF 
NUTRIENT] as listed in the 
Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2011;9(4):2062 620, 671, 4332 
Foods with a low or 
reduced content of 
sodium Reducing consumption of 
sodium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least low in sodium/salt as referred to in the claim LOW SODIUM/SALT or reduced in sodium/salt as referred to in the claim REDUCED [NAME OF NUTRIENT] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2011;9(6):2237 336, 705, 1148, 
1178, 1185, 
1420 29 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Glucomannan 
(konjac mannan) Glucomannan contributes 
to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels The claim may be used only 
for food which provides a daily intake of 4 g of glucomannan. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 4 g of glucomannan. Warning of choking to 
be given for people with swallowing difficulties or when ingesting with inadequate fluid intake - advice on taking with plenty of water to ensure substance 
reaches stomach. 2009; 7(9):1258 
2010;8(10):1798836, 1560, 3100, 
3217 
Glucomannan 
(konjac mannan) Glucomannan in the 
context of an energy restricted diet contributes to weight loss The claim may be used only 
for food which contains 1 g of glucomannan per quantified portion. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of glucomannan in three doses of 1 g each, together with 1-2 glasses of water, before meals and in the context of an energy-restricted diet.  Warning of choking to 
be given for people with swallowing difficulties or when ingesting with inadequate fluid intake - advice on taking with plenty of water to ensure substance reaches stomach. 2010;8(10):1798 854, 1556, 3725, 30 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Guar Gum Guar gum contributes to 
the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels The claim may be used only 
for food which provides a daily intake of 10 g of guar gum. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 10 g of guar gum.  Warning of choking to 
be given for people with swallowing difficulties or when ingesting with inadequate fluid intake - advice on taking with plenty of water to ensure substance 
reaches stomach. 2010;8(2):1464 808 
Hydroxypropyl 
methylcellulose 
(HPMC) Consumption of 
Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose with a meal contributes to a reduction in the blood glucose rise after that meal The claim may be used only 
for food which contains 4 g of HPMC per quantified portion as part of the meal. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained by consuming 4 g of HPMC as part of the meal.  Warning of choking to 
be given for people with swallowing difficulties or when ingesting with inadequate fluid intake - advice on taking with plenty of water to ensure substance reaches stomach. 2010;8(10):1739 814 31 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Hydroxypropyl 
methylcellulose 
(HPMC) Hydroxypropyl 
methylcellulose contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels The claim may be used only 
for food which provides a daily intake of 5 g of HPMC. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 5 g of HPMC.  Warning of choking to 
be given for people with swallowing difficulties or when ingesting with inadequate fluid intake - advice on taking with plenty of water to ensure substance 
reaches stomach.  2010;8(10):1739 815 
Iodine Iodine contributes to 
normal cognitive function The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of iodine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1800 273 32 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Iodine Iodine contributes to 
normal energy-yielding metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of iodine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1214 
2010;8(10):1800274, 402 
Iodine Iodine contributes to 
normal functioning of the nervous system The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of iodine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1800 273 33 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Iodine Iodine contributes to the 
maintenance of normal skin The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of iodine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1214 370 
Iodine Iodine contributes to the 
normal production of thyroid hormones and normal thyroid function The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of iodine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1214 
2010;8(10):1800274, 1237 34 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Iron Iron contributes to normal 
cognitive function The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of iron as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1215 253 
Iron Iron contributes to normal 
energy-yielding metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of iron as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1215 
2010;8(10):1740251, 1589, 255 35 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Iron Iron contributes to normal 
formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of iron as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1215 
2010;8(10):1740249, 1589, 374, 
2889 
Iron Iron contributes to normal 
oxygen transport in the body The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of iron as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1215 
2010;8(10):1740250, 254, 256, 
255 36 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Iron Iron contributes to the 
normal function of the immune system The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of iron as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1215 252, 259 
Iron Iron contributes to the 
reduction of tiredness and fatigue The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of iron as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1740 255, 374, 2889 37 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Iron Iron has a role in the 
process of cell division The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of iron as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1215 368 
Lactase enzyme Lactase enzyme improves 
lactose digestion in individuals who have difficulty digesting lactose The claim may be used only 
for food supplements, with a minimum dose of 4500 FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) units with instructions to the target population to consume with each lactose containing meal.  Information shall also 
be given to the target population that tolerance to lactose is variable and they should seek advice as to the role of this substance in their diet. 2009; 7(9):1236 
2011;9(6):2203 1697, 1818 
1974 38 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Lactulose Lactulose contributes to an 
acceleration of intestinal transit The claim may be used only 
for food which contains 10 g of lactulose in a single quantified portion. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a single serving of 10 g of lactulose per day.  2010;8(10):1806 807 
Linoleic acid Linoleic acid contributes 
to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels The claim may be used only 
for a food which provides at least 1,5 g of linoleic acid (LA) per 100 g and per 100 kcal.  Information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 10 g of LA.  2009; 7(9):1276 
2011;9(6):2235 489, 2899 39 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Live yoghurt cultures Live cultures in yoghurt or 
fermented milk improve lactose digestion of the product in individuals who have difficulty digesting lactose  In order to bear the claim, 
yoghurt or fermented milk should contain at least 10
8 Colony Forming Units 
live starter microorganisms (Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus) per gram.   2010;8(10):1763 1143, 2976 
Magnesium Magnesium contributes to 
a reduction of tiredness and fatigue The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1807 244 40 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Magnesium Magnesium contributes to 
electrolyte balance The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1216 238 
Magnesium Magnesium contributes to 
normal energy-yielding metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1216 240, 247, 248 41 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Magnesium Magnesium contributes to 
normal functioning of the nervous system The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1216 242 
Magnesium Magnesium contributes to 
normal muscle function  The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1216 
2010;8(10):1807241, 380, 3083 42 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Magnesium Magnesium contributes to 
normal protein synthesis The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1216 364 
Magnesium Magnesium contributes to 
normal psychological function The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1807 245, 246 43 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Magnesium Magnesium contributes to 
the maintenance of normal bones The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1216 239 
Magnesium Magnesium contributes to 
the maintenance of normal teeth The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1216 239 44 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Magnesium Magnesium has a role in 
the process of cell division The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1216 365 
Manganese Manganese contributes to 
normal energy-yielding metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of manganese as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1217 
2010;8(10):1808311, 405 45 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Manganese Manganese contributes to 
the maintenance of normal bones The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of manganese as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1217 310 
Manganese Manganese contributes to 
the normal formation of connective tissue The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of manganese as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1808 404 46 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Manganese Manganese contributes to 
the protection of cells from oxidative stress The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of manganese as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1217 309 
Meal replacement for 
weight control Substituting one daily 
meal of an energy restricted diet with a meal replacement contributes to the maintenance of weight after weight loss In order to bear the claim, a 
food should comply with specifications laid down in Directive 96/8/EC in relation to food products under Article 1(2)(b) of that Directive. In order to achieve the claimed effect, one meal should be substituted with meal replacements daily.  2010; 8(2):1466 1418 47 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Meal replacement for 
weight control Substituting two daily 
meals of an energy restricted diet with meal replacements contributes to weight loss  In order to bear the claim, a 
food should comply with specifications laid down in Directive 96/8/EC in relation to food products under Article 1(2)(b) of that Directive. In order to achieve the claimed effect, two meals should be substituted with meal 
replacements daily.  2010; 8(2):1466 1417 
Meat or fish Meat or fish contributes to 
the improvement of iron absorption when eaten with other foods containing iron
  The claim may be used only 
for food which contains at least 50 g of meat or fish in a single quantified portion. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained by consuming 50 g of meat or fish together with food(s) containing non-haem iron.    2011;9(4):2040 1223 48 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Melatonin Melatonin cont ributes to 
the alleviation of subjective feelings of jet lag The claim may be used only 
for food which contains at least 0,5 mg of melatonin per quantified portion. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a minimum intake of 0,5 mg to be taken 
close to bedtime on the first 
day of travel and on the following few days after arrival at the destination.   2010; 8(2):1467 1953 
Melatonin Melatonin cont ributes to 
the reduction of time taken to fall asleep The claim may be used only 
for food which contains 1 mg of melatonin per quantified portion. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained by consuming 1 mg of melatonin close to bedtime.  2011;9(6):2241 1698, 1780, 
4080 49 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Molybdenum Molybdenum contributes 
to normal sulphur amino acid metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of molybdenum as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1745 313 
Monascus purpureus 
(red yeast rice) Monacolin K from red 
yeast rice contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels The claim may be used only 
for food which provides a daily intake of 10 mg of monacolin K from red yeast rice. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 10 mg of monacolin K from fermented red yeast rice preparations.  2011;9(7):2304 1648, 1700 50 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Monounsaturated 
and/or 
polyunsaturated fatty 
acids Replacing saturated fats 
with unsaturated fats in the diet contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels [MUFA and PUFA are unsaturated fats] The claim may be used only 
for food which is high in unsaturated fatty acids, as referred to in the claim HIGH UNSATURATED FAT as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2011;9(4):2069 
2011;9(6):2203 621, 1190, 1203, 
2906, 2910, 
3065 
674, 4335 
Niacin Niacin contributes to 
normal energy-yielding 
metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a 
source of niacin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1224 
2010;8(10):175743, 49, 54, 51 51 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Niacin Niacin contributes to 
normal functioning of the nervous system The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of niacin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1224 44, 53 
Niacin Niacin contributes to 
normal psychological function The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of niacin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1757 55 52 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Niacin Niacin contributes to the 
maintenance of normal mucous membranes The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of niacin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1224 45, 52, 4700 
Niacin Niacin contributes to the 
maintenance of normal skin The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of niacin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1224 
2010;8(10):175745, 48, 50, 52, 
4700 53 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Niacin Niacin contributes to the 
reduction of tiredness and fatigue The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of niacin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1757 47 
Oat grain fibre Oat grain fibre contributes 
to an increase in faecal bulk The claim may be used only 
for food which is high in that fibre as referred to in the claim HIGH FIBRE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2011;9(6):2249 822 
Oleic acid Replacing saturated fats in 
the diet with unsaturated fats contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels. Oleic acid is an unsaturated fat. The claim may be used only 
for food which is high in unsaturated fatty acids, as referred to in the claim HIGH UNSATURATED FAT as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2011;9(4):2043 673, 728, 729, 
1302, 4334 54 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Pantothenic Acid Pantothenic acid 
contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of pantothenic acid as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1218 56, 59, 60, 64, 
171, 172, 208 
Pantothenic Acid Pantothenic acid 
contributes to normal synthesis and metabolism of steroid hormones, vitamin D and some neurotransmitters The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of pantothenic acid as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1218 181 55 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Pantothenic Acid Pantothenic acid 
contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of pantothenic acid as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1758 63 
Pantothenic Acid Pantothenic acid 
contributes to normal mental performance The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of pantothenic acid as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1218 
2010;8(10):175857, 58 56 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Pectins Pectins contribute to the 
maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels The claim may be used only 
for food which provides a daily intake of 6 g of pectins. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 6 g of pectins.  Warning of choking to 
be given for people with swallowing difficulties or when ingesting with inadequate fluid intake - advice on taking with plenty of water to ensure substance 
reaches stomach. 2010;8(10):1747 818, 4236 
Pectins Consumption of pectins 
with a meal contributes to the reduction of the blood glucose rise after that meal The claim may be used only 
for food which contains 10 g of pectins per quantified portion. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained by consuming 10 g of pectins as part of the meal.  Warning of choking to 
be given for people with swallowing difficulties or when ingesting with inadequate fluid intake - advice on taking with plenty of water to ensure substance reaches stomach. 2010;8(10):1747 786 57 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Phosphorus Phosphorus contributes to 
normal energy-yielding metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of phosphorus as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1219 329, 373 
Phosphorus Phosphorus contributes to 
normal function of cell membranes The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of phosphorus as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1219 328 58 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Phosphorus Phosphorus contributes to 
the maintenance of normal bones The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of phosphorus as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1219 324, 327 
Phosphorus Phosphorus contributes to 
the maintenance of normal teeth The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of phosphorus as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1219 324, 327 59 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Plant sterols and 
plant stanols Plant sterols/stanols 
contribute to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels In order to bear the claim 
information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of at least 0.8 g of plant sterols/stanols.  2010;8(10):1813 
2011;9(6):2203 549, 550, 567, 
713, 1234, 1235, 
1466, 1634, 1984, 2909, 
3140 
568 
Polyphenols in olive 
oil Olive oil polyphenols 
contribute to the protection of blood lipids from oxidative stress The claim may be used only 
for olive oil which contains at least 5 mg of hydroxytyrosol and its derivatives (e.g. oleuropein complex and tyrosol) per 20 g of olive oil. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the 
beneficial effect is obtained 
with a daily intake of 20 g of olive oil.  2011;9(4):2033 1333, 1638, 
1639, 1696, 
2865 60 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Potassium Potassium contributes to 
normal functioning of the nervous system The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of potassium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2010; 8(2):1469 386 
Potassium Potassium contributes to 
normal muscle function The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of potassium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010; 8(2):1469 320 61 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Potassium Potassium contributes to 
the maintenance of normal blood pressure The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of potassium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2010; 8(2):1469 321 
Protein Protein contributes to a 
growth in muscle mass The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of protein as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF PROTEIN as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1811 
2011;9(6):2203 415, 417, 593, 
594, 595, 715 
1398 
Protein Protein contributes to the 
maintenance of muscle mass The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of protein as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF PROTEIN as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1811 
2011;9(6):2203 415, 417, 593, 
594, 595, 715 
1398 62 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Protein Protein contributes to the 
maintenance of normal bones  The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of protein as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF PROTEIN as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1811 
2011;9(6):2203 416 
4704 
Resistant starch Replacing digestible 
starches with resistant 
starch in a meal 
contributes to a reduction in the blood glucose rise after that meal. The claim may be used only 
for food in which digestible 
starch has been replaced by 
resistant starch so that the final content of resistant starch is at least 14 % of total starch.   2011;9(4):2024 681 
Riboflavin (Vitamin 
B2) Riboflavin contributes to 
normal energy-yielding metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1814 29, 35, 36, 42 63 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Riboflavin (Vitamin 
B2) Riboflavin contributes to 
normal functioning of the nervous system The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1814 213 
Riboflavin (Vitamin 
B2) Riboflavin contributes to 
the maintenance of normal mucous membranes The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1814 31 64 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Riboflavin (Vitamin 
B2) Riboflavin contributes to 
the maintenance of normal red blood cells The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1814 40 
Riboflavin (Vitamin 
B2) Riboflavin contributes to 
the maintenance of normal skin The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1814 31, 33 65 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Riboflavin (Vitamin 
B2) Riboflavin contributes to 
the maintenance of normal vision The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1814 39 
Riboflavin (Vitamin 
B2) Riboflavin contributes to 
the normal metabolism of iron  The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1814 30, 37 66 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Riboflavin (Vitamin 
B2) Riboflavin contributes to 
the protection of cells from oxidative stress The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1814 207 
Riboflavin (Vitamin 
B2) Riboflavin contributes to 
the reduction of tiredness and fatigue The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1814 41 67 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Rye fibre Rye fibre contributes to 
normal bowel function The claim may be used only 
for food which is high in that fibre as referred to in the claim HIGH FIBRE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2011;9(6):2258 825 
Selenium Selenium contributes to 
normal spermatogenesis The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of selenium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1220 396 
Selenium Selenium contributes to 
the maintenance of normal hair The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of selenium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1727 281 68 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Selenium Selenium contributes to 
the maintenance of normal nails The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of selenium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1727 281 
Selenium Selenium contributes to 
the normal function of the immune system The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of selenium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1220 
2010;8(10):1727278, 1750 69 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Selenium Selenium contributes to 
the normal thyroid function The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of selenium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1727 
2009; 7(9):1220 279, 282, 286, 
410, 1289, 1290, 
1291, 1292, 
1293 
Selenium Selenium contributes to 
the protection of cells from oxidative stress The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of selenium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1220 
2010;8(10):1727277, 283, 286, 
1289, 1290, 1291, 1293, 
1751, 410, 1292 70 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Sugar replacers, i.e. 
intense sweeteners; 
xylitol, sorbitol, 
mannitol, maltitol, 
lactitol, isomalt, 
erythritol, sucralose 
and polydextrose; D-
tagatose and 
isomaltulose 
 Consumption of 
foods/drinks containing <name of sugar replacer> instead of sugar* induces a lower blood glucose rise after their consumption compared to sugar-containing foods/drinks  
* In the case of D-tagatose 
and isomaltulose this should read "other sugars" In order to bear the claim, 
sugars should be replaced in foods or drinks by sugar 
replacers, i.e. intense 
sweeteners, xylitol, sorbitol, 
mannitol, maltitol, lactitol, 
isomalt, erythritol, sucralose or polydextrose, or a combination 
of them, so that foods or drinks 
contain reduced amounts of 
sugars by at least the amount 
referred to in the claim REDUCED [NAME OF 
NUTRIENT] as listed in the 
Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006. 
 In the case of D-tagatose and 
isomaltulose, they should 
replace equivalent amounts of 
other sugars in the same 
proportion as that referred to in the claim REDUCED [NAME 
OF NUTRIENT] as listed in 
the Annex to Regulation (EC) 
No 1924/2006.
  2011;9(4):2076 
2011;9(6):2229 617, 619, 669, 
1590, 1762, 2903, 2908, 
2920 4298 71 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Sugar replacers, i.e. 
intense sweeteners; 
xylitol, sorbitol, 
mannitol, maltitol, 
lactitol, isomalt, 
erythritol, sucralose 
and polydextrose; D-
tagatose and 
isomaltulose Consumption of 
foods/drinks containing <name of sugar replacer> instead of sugar* contributes to the maintenance of tooth mineralisation  * In the case of D-tagatose 
and isomaltulose this 
should read "other sugars" In order to bear the claim, 
sugars should be replaced in foods or drinks (which reduce plaque pH below 5.7) by sugar replacers, i.e. intense sweeteners, xylitol, sorbitol, mannitol, maltitol, lactitol, isomalt, erythritol, D-tagatose, isomaltulose, sucralose or 
polydextrose, or a 
combination of them, in amounts such that consumption of such foods or drinks does not lower plaque pH below 5.7 during and up to 30 minutes after consumption  2011;9(4):2076 
2011;9(6):2229 463, 464, 563, 
618, 647, 1182, 
1591, 2907, 
2921, 4300 
1134, 1167, 
1283 72 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Sugar-free chewing 
gum Sugar-free chewing gum 
contributes to the maintenance of tooth mineralization The claim may be used only 
for chewing gum which complies with the conditions of use for the nutrition claim SUGARS FREE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. Information shall be given to the consumer that the 
beneficial effect is obtained 
with chewing, for at least 20 minutes, after eating or drinking.  2009; 7(9):1271 
2011;9(4):2072 2011;9(6):2266 1151, 1154 
486, 562, 1181 
Sugar-free chewing 
gum Sugar-free chewing gum 
contributes to the neutralisation of plaque acids The claim may be used only 
for chewing gum which complies with the conditions of use for the nutrition claim SUGARS FREE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. Information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with chewing, for at least 20 minutes, after eating or drinking.  2009; 7(9):1271 
2011;6(6):2266 1150 
485 73 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Sugar-free chewing 
gum Sugar-free chewing gum 
contributes to the reduction of oral dryness The claim may be used only 
for chewing gum which complies with the conditions of use for the nutrition claim SUGARS FREE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. Information shall be given to the consumer that the 
beneficial effect is obtained 
with use of the chewing gum whenever the mouth feels dry.  2009; 7(9):1271 1240 74 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Sugar-free chewing 
gum with carbamide Sugar-free chewing gum 
with carbamide neutralises plaque acids more effectively than sugar-free chewing gums without carbamide The claim may be used only 
for chewing gum which complies with the conditions of use for the nutrition claim SUGARS FREE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. In order to bear the claim each piece of sugar-free chewing 
gum should contain at least 
20 mg carbamide. Information shall be given to the consumer that gum should be chewed for at least 20 minutes after eating or drinking.  2011;9(4):2071 1153 
Thiamine Thiamine contributes to 
normal energy-yielding metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of thiamine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1222 21, 24, 28 75 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Thiamine Thiamine contributes to 
normal functioning of the nervous system The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of thiamine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1222 22, 27 
Thiamine Thiamine contributes to 
normal psychological function The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of thiamine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1755 205 76 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Thiamine Thiamine contributes to 
the normal function of the heart The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of thiamine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1222 20 
Vitamin A Vitamin A contributes to 
normal iron metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin A as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1221 206 77 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin A Vitamin A contributes to 
the maintenance of normal mucous membranes The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin A as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1221 
2010;8(10):175415, 4702 
Vitamin A Vitamin A contributes to 
the maintenance of normal skin The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin A as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1221 
2010;8(10):175415, 17, 4660, 
4702 78 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin A Vitamin A contributes to 
the maintenance of normal vision The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin A as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1221 
2010;8(10):175416, 4239, 4701 
Vitamin A Vitamin A contributes to 
the normal function of the immune system The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin A as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1222 
2011;9(4):2021 14, 200, 1462 79 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin A Vitamin A has a role in the 
process of cell specialisation The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin A as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1221 14 
Vitamin B12 Vitamin B12 contributes 
to normal energy-yielding metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1223 99, 190 80 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin B12 Vitamin B12 contributes 
to normal functioning of the nervous system The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2010;8(10):411495, 97, 98, 100, 
102, 109 
Vitamin B12 Vitamin B12 contributes 
to normal homocysteine metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):4114 96, 103, 106 81 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin B12 Vitamin B12 contributes 
to normal psychological function The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2010;8(10):411495, 97, 98, 100, 
102, 109 
Vitamin B12 Vitamin B12 contributes 
to normal red blood cell formation The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1223 92, 101 82 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin B12 Vitamin B12 contributes 
to the normal function of the immune system The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1223 107 
Vitamin B12 Vitamin B12 contributes 
to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):4114 108 83 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin B12 Vitamin B12 has a role in 
the process of cell division The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1223 
2010;8(10):175693, 212 
Vitamin B6 Vitamin B6 contributes to 
normal cysteine synthesis The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1759 4283 84 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin B6 Vitamin B6 contributes to 
normal energy-yielding metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1759 75, 214 
Vitamin B6 Vitamin B6 contributes to 
normal functioning of the nervous system The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1225 66 85 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin B6 Vitamin B6 contributes to 
normal homocysteine metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1759 73, 76, 199 
Vitamin B6 Vitamin B6 contributes to 
normal protein and glycogen metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1225 65, 70, 71 86 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin B6 Vitamin B6 contributes to 
normal psychological function The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1759 77 
Vitamin B6 Vitamin B6 contributes to 
normal red blood cell formation The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1225 67, 72, 186 87 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin B6 Vitamin B6 contributes to 
the normal function of the immune system The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1225 68 
Vitamin B6 Vitamin B6 contributes to 
the reduction of tiredness and fatigue The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1759 78 88 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin B6 Vitamin B6 contributes to 
the regulation of hormonal activity The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1225 69 
Vitamin C Vitamin C contributes to 
maintain the normal function of the immune system during and after intense physical exercise The claim may be used only 
for food which provides a daily intake of 200 mg vitamin C. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 200 mg in addition to the recommended daily intake of vitamin C.  
 2009; 7(9):1226 144 89 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin C Vitamin C contributes to 
normal collagen formation for the normal function of blood vessels The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1226 130, 131, 149 
Vitamin C Vitamin C contributes to 
normal collagen formation for the normal function of bones The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1226 131, 149 90 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin C Vitamin C contributes to 
normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1226 131, 149 
Vitamin C Vitamin C contributes to 
normal collagen formation for the normal function of gums The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1226 131, 136, 149 91 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin C Vitamin C contributes to 
normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1226 131, 137, 149 
Vitamin C Vitamin C contributes to 
normal collagen formation for the normal function of teeth The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1226 131, 149 92 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin C Vitamin C contributes to 
normal energy-yielding metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1226 
2010;8(10):1815135, 2334, 3196 
Vitamin C Vitamin C contributes to 
normal functioning of the nervous system The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1226 133 93 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin C Vitamin C contributes to 
normal psychological function The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1815 140 
Vitamin C Vitamin C contributes to 
the normal function of the immune system The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1226 
2010;8(10):1815134, 4321 94 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin C Vitamin C contributes to 
the protection of cells from oxidative stress The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1226 
2010;8(10):1815129, 138, 143, 
148, 3331 
Vitamin C Vitamin C contributes to 
the reduction of tiredness and fatigue The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1815 139, 2622 95 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin C Vitamin C contributes to 
the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1815 202 
Vitamin C Vitamin C increases iron 
absorption The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1226 132, 147 96 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin D Vitamin D contributes to 
normal absorption/utilisation of calcium and phosphorus The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1227 152, 157, 215 
Vitamin D Vitamin D contributes to 
normal blood calcium levels The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1227 
2011;9(6):2203 152, 157 
215 97 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin D Vitamin D contributes to 
the maintenance of normal bones The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1227 150, 151, 158, 
350 
Vitamin D Vitamin D contributes to 
the maintenance of normal muscle function The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010; 8(2):1468 155 98 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin D Vitamin D contributes to 
the maintenance of normal teeth The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1227 151, 158 
Vitamin D Vitamin D contributes to 
the normal function of the immune system The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010; 8(2):1468 154, 159 99 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin D Vitamin D has a role in the 
process of cell division The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1227 153 
Vitamin E Vitamin E contributes to 
the protection of cells from oxidative stress The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin E as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1816 160, 162, 1947 100 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Vitamin K Vitamin K contributes to 
normal blood clotting The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin K as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 
1924/2006.  2009; 7 (9):1228 124, 126 
Vitamin K Vitamin K contributes to 
the maintenance of normal bones The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of vitamin K as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7 (9):1228123, 127, 128, 
2879 101 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Walnuts Walnuts contribute to the 
improvement of the elasticity of blood vessels The claim may be used only 
for food which provides a daily intake of 30 g of walnuts. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 30 g of walnuts.   2011;9(4):2074 1155, 1157 
Water Water contributes to the 
maintenance of normal physical and cognitive functions In order to bear the claim, 
information shall be given to the consumer that in order to obtain the claimed effect, at least 2,0 L of water, from all sources, should be consumed per day.   The claim may be 
used only on water complying with Directives 2009/54/EC and/or 98/83/EC 2011;9(4):2075 1102, 1209, 
1294, 1331 
Water Water contributes to the 
maintenance of normal regulation of the body's temperature In order to bear the claim, 
information shall be given to the consumer that in order to obtain the claimed effect, at least 2,0 L of water, from all sources, should be consumed per day.  The claim may be 
used only on water complying with Directives 2009/54/EC and/or 98/83/EC  2011;9(4):2075 1208 102 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Wheat bran fibre Wheat bran fibre 
contributes to an acceleration of intestinal transit The claim may be used only 
for food which is high in that fibre as referred to in the claim HIGH FIBRE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the claimed effect is 
obtained with a daily intake of 
at least 10 g of wheat bran fibre.  2010;8(10):1817 
 828, 839, 3067, 
4699 
Wheat bran fibre Wheat bran fibre 
contributes to an increase in faecal bulk The claim may be used only 
for food which is high in that fibre as referred to in the claim HIGH FIBRE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.   2010;8(10):1817 3066 103 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Zinc Zinc contributes to normal 
acid-base metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1229 360 
Zinc Zinc contributes to normal 
carbohydrate metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1819 382 104 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Zinc Zinc contributes to normal 
cognitive function The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1229 296 
Zinc Zinc contributes to normal 
DNA synthesis The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1819 292, 293, 1759 105 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Zinc Zinc contributes to normal 
fertility and reproduction The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1229 297, 300 
Zinc Zinc contributes to normal 
macronutrient metabolism The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1819 2890 106 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Zinc Zinc contributes to normal 
metabolism of fatty acids The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1229 
 302 
Zinc Zinc contributes to normal 
metabolism of vitamin A The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1229 361 107 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Zinc Zinc contributes to normal 
protein synthesis The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1819 293, 4293 
Zinc Zinc contributes to the 
maintenance of normal bones The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1229 295, 1756 108 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Zinc Zinc contributes to the 
maintenance of normal hair The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1819 412 
Zinc Zinc contributes to the 
maintenance of normal nails The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1819 412 109 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Zinc Zinc contributes to the 
maintenance of normal skin The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1819 293 
Zinc Zinc contributes to the 
maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2010;8(10):1819 301 110 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Zinc Zinc contributes to the 
maintenance of normal vision The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1229 361 
Zinc Zinc contributes to the 
normal function of the immune system The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1229 291, 1757 111 Nutrient, substance, 
food or food 
category Claim Conditions of use of the 
claim Conditions and/or 
restrictions of use of 
the food and/or 
additional statement 
or warning EFSA Journal 
number Relevant entry 
number in the 
Consolidated 
List submitted 
to EFSA for its 
assessment 
Zinc Zinc contributes to the 
protection of cells from oxidative stress The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1229 294, 1758 
Zinc Zinc has a role in the 
process of cell division The claim may be used only 
for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.  2009; 7(9):1229 292, 293, 1759