Commission Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 of 16 May 2012 establishing a list of permitted health claims made on foods, other than those referring to the reduction of disease risk and to children’s development and health  Text with EEA relevance
Date: 2012-05-16
Institutions: European Commission
Subjects: consumer information, food safety, foodstuff, health control, labelling




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25.5.2012   


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Official Journal of the European Union


L 136/1








            COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) No 432/2012
of 16 May 2012
         
establishing a list of permitted health claims made on foods, other than those referring to the reduction of disease risk and to children’s development and health
(Text with EEA relevance)


THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION,

Having regard to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union,


Having regard to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 20 December 2006 on nutrition and health claims made on foods (1), and in particular Article 13(3) thereof,

Whereas:







(1)


Pursuant to Article 10(1) of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006, health claims made on foods are prohibited unless they are authorised by the Commission in accordance with that Regulation and included in a list of permitted claims.












(2)


Article 13(2) of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 provides that Member States shall submit national lists of health claims made on foods, as referred to in Article 13(1) of that Regulation to the Commission, by 31 January 2008 at the latest. The national lists of claims must be accompanied by the conditions applying to them and by references to the relevant scientific justification.












(3)


Article 13(3) of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 provides that, after consulting the European Food Safety Authority (hereinafter referred to as ‘the Authority’), the Commission shall adopt a list of permitted health claims made on foods, as referred to in Article 13(1) of that Regulation, and all necessary conditions for the use of those claims by 31 January 2010 at the latest.












(4)


On 31 January 2008 the Commission received lists with more than 44 000 health claims from the Member States. An examination of the national lists showed that due to many duplications and following discussions with Member States, it was necessary to compile the national lists into a consolidated list of the claims for which the Authority should give scientific advice, hereinafter referred to as the ‘consolidated list’ (2).












(5)


On 24 July 2008, the Commission formally transmitted to the Authority the request for a scientific opinion pursuant to Article 13(3) of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006, together with terms of reference and a first part of the consolidated list. Subsequent parts of the consolidated list were transmitted in November and December 2008. The consolidated list was finalised by the Commission by an addendum, which was forwarded to the Authority on 12 March 2010. Some claims in the consolidated list were subsequently withdrawn by Member States before their evaluation by the Authority. The scientific evaluation by the Authority concluded in the publication of its opinions between October 2009 and July 2011 (3).












(6)


In its evaluation the Authority found that some submissions covered different claimed effects or brought together the same claimed effect. Therefore, a health claim considered in this Regulation may represent one or more of the entries on the consolidated list.












(7)


For a number of health claims the Authority concluded that, on the basis of the data submitted, a cause and effect relationship has been established between a food category, a food or one of its constituents and the claimed effect. Health claims corresponding to those conclusions and complying with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 should be authorised under Article 13(3) of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006, and included in a list of permitted claims.












(8)


Article 13(3) of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 provides that permitted health claims must be accompanied with all necessary conditions (including restrictions) for their use. Accordingly, the list of permitted claims should include the wording of the claims and specific conditions of use of the claims, and where applicable, conditions or restrictions of use and/or an additional statement or warning, in accordance with the rules laid down in Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 and in line with the opinions of the Authority.












(9)


One of the objectives of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 is to ensure that health claims are truthful, clear, reliable and useful to the consumer. In that respect, the wording and presentation of such claims have to be taken into account. Where the wording of claims has the same meaning for consumers as that of a permitted health claim, because it demonstrates the same relationship that exists between a food category, a food or one of its constituents and health, the claims should be subject to the same conditions of use indicated for the permitted health claims.












(10)


The Commission has identified a number of claims submitted for evaluation, referring to effects of plant or herbal substances, commonly known as ‘botanical’ substances, for which the Authority has yet to complete a scientific evaluation. In addition, there are a number of health claims for which either a further evaluation is required before the Commission is able to consider their inclusion or otherwise in the list of permitted claims, or which have been evaluated, but due to other legitimate factors consideration cannot be completed by the Commission at this time.












(11)


Claims whose evaluation by the Authority or whose consideration by the Commission has not yet been completed will be published on the website of the Commission (4) and may continue to be used pursuant to Article 28(5) and (6) of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.












(12)


Pursuant to Articles 6(1) and 13(1) of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 health claims need to be based on generally accepted scientific evidence. Accordingly, health claims that did not receive a favourable assessment on their scientific substantiation by the Authority, as it was not concluded that a cause and effect relationship had been established between a food category, a food or one of its constituents and the claimed effect, should not be authorised. Authorisation may also legitimately be withheld if health claims do not comply with other general and specific requirements of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006, even in the case of a favourable scientific assessment by the Authority. Health claims inconsistent with generally accepted nutrition and health principles should not be made. The Authority concluded that for one claim (5) on the effect of fats on the normal absorption of fat soluble vitamins and another claim (6) on the effect of sodium on the maintenance of normal muscle function a cause and effect relationship has been established. However, the use of these health claims would convey a conflicting and confusing message to consumers, because it would encourage consumption of those nutrients for which, on the basis of generally accepted scientific advice, European, national and international authorities inform the consumer that their intake should be reduced. Therefore, these two claims do not comply with point (a) of the second paragraph of Article 3 of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 which foresees that the use of claims shall not be ambiguous or misleading. Furthermore, even if the health claims concerned were to be authorised only under specific conditions of use and/or accompanied by additional statements or warnings, it would not be sufficient to alleviate the confusion of the consumer, and consequently the claims should not be authorised.












(13)


This Regulation should apply six months after the date of its entry into force to enable food business operators to adapt to its requirements, including the prohibition according to Article 10(1) of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 of those health claims whose evaluation by the Authority and whose consideration by the Commission has been completed.












(14)


Article 20(1) of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 provides for the Commission to establish and maintain a Union Register of nutrition and health claims made on foods, hereinafter referred to as ‘the Register’. The Register will contain all the authorised claims and, inter alia, the conditions of use applying to them. The Register will also contain a list of rejected health claims and the reasons for their rejection.












(15)


Health claims that have been withdrawn by the Member States will not be included in the list of rejected claims in the Union Register. The Register will be updated periodically and, as the case may be, following progress on health claims for which the evaluation by the Authority and/or consideration by the Commission has not yet been completed.












(16)


Comments and positions from the members of the public and interested stakeholders, received by the Commission have been adequately considered when setting the measures provided for in this Regulation.












(17)


The addition of substances to or the use of substances in foodstuffs is governed by specific Union and national legislation, as is the classification of products as foodstuffs or medicinal products. Any decision on a health claim in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 such as inclusion in the list of permitted claims referred to in Article 13(3) thereof does not constitute an authorisation to the marketing of the substance on which the claim is made, a decision on whether the substance can be used in foodstuffs, or a classification of a certain product as a foodstuff.












(18)


The measures provided for in this Regulation are in accordance with the opinion of the Standing Committee on the Food Chain and Animal Health, and neither the European Parliament nor the Council have opposed them,





HAS ADOPTED THIS REGULATION:



Article 1

Permitted health claims


1.   The list of health claims which may be made on foods, as referred to in Article 13(3) of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006, is set out in the Annex to this Regulation.


2.   Health claims referred to in paragraph 1 may be made on foods in compliance with the conditions set out in the Annex.



Article 2

Entry into force and application

This Regulation shall enter into force on the twentieth day following that of its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.
It shall apply from 14 December 2012.




This Regulation shall be binding in its entirety and directly applicable in all Member States.
Done at Brussels, 16 May 2012.


For the Commission


The President

José Manuel BARROSO
            





(1)  
            OJ L 404, 30.12.2006, p. 9.

(2)  http://www.efsa.europa.eu/en/ndaclaims13/docs/ndaclaims13.zip

(3)  http://www.efsa.europa.eu/en/topics/topic/article13.htm

(4)  http://ec.europa.eu/food/food/labellingnutrition/claims/index_en.htm

(5)  Corresponding to entries ID 670 and ID 2902 in the consolidated list.

(6)  Corresponding to entry ID 359 in the consolidated list.




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




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




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




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




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




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




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):1728


113, 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




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):1728


118, 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




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):1728


115, 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




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




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




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




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




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




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




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):1732


260, 401, 4665, 4666, 4667




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




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




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




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




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




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




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):1797


275, 276, 338, 4238,




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




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




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




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):1760


193, 195, 2881




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




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):1798


836, 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,




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




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




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):1800


274, 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




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):1800


274, 1237




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):1740


251, 1589, 255




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):1740


249, 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):1740


250, 254, 256, 255




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




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 4 500  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




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




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 108 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




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




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):1807


241, 380, 3083




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




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




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):1808


311, 405




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




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




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




Melatonin


Melatonin contributes 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 contributes 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




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




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):1757


43, 49, 54, 51




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




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):1757


45, 48, 50, 52, 4700




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




Olive oil polyphenols


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




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




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):1758


57, 58




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




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




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




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




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




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




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




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




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




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




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




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




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):1727


278, 1750




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):1727


277, 283, 286, 1289, 1290, 1291, 1293, 1751, 410, 1292




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 (*1) induces a lower blood glucose rise after their consumption compared to sugar-containing foods/drinks


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




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 (*2) contributes to the maintenance of tooth mineralisation


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




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




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




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




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




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




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):1754


15, 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):1754


15, 17, 4660, 4702




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):1754


16, 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




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




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):4114


95, 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




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):4114


95, 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




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




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):1756


93, 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




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




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




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




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




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




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




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




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




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):1815


135, 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




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):1815


134, 4321




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):1815


129, 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




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




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




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




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




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




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):1228


123, 127, 128, 2879




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




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




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




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




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




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




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




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




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




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




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






(*1)  In the case of D-tagatose and isomaltulose this should read ‘other sugars’
         

(*2)  In the case of D-tagatose and isomaltulose this should read ‘other sugars’