EU released lycopene assessment report

On December 1, 2017, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) released the assessment report on the expansion of lycopene (E 160d) as a food additive for certain meat products and fruit and vegetable products. Applicants should apply multiple times. The group Evaluate and conclude:

It is recommended that lycopene (E160d) be used as a food additive in meat, fruit and vegetable products at a limit of 60 mg / kg but at this limit total food additive intake may exceed current ADI; Uncertainty, the Panel recommends further precise assessment.