eu register

EU Register on nutrition andhealth claims

Claimtype

Nutrient, substance, foodor food category

Claim Conditions of use of the claim/ Restrictions of use/ Reasons for non-authorisation

Health relationship EFSA opinion reference Commission regulation Status Entry Id

Art.13(1) Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) ALA contributes to themaintenance of normalblood cholesterol levels

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source of ALA asreferred to in the claim SOURCE OFOMEGA 3 FATTY ACIDS as listed inthe Annex to Regulation (EC) No1924/2006.Information shall be given to theconsumer that the beneficial effect isobtained with a daily intake of 2 g ofALA.

maintenance of normalblood cholesterolconcentrations

2009;7(9):1252, 2011;9(6):2203

Commission Regulation (EU)432/2012 of 16/05/2012

Authorised 493, 568

Art.13(1) Activated charcoal Activated charcoalcontributes to reducingexcessive flatulenceafter eating

The claim may be used only for foodwhich contains 1 g of activatedcharcoal per quantified portion. Inorder to bear the claim informationshall be given to the consumer that thebeneficial effect is obtained with 1 gwhich should be taken at least 30minutes before and 1 g shortly afterthe meal.

reduction of excessiveintestinal gasaccumulation

2011;9(4):2049 Commission Regulation (EU)432/2012 of 16/05/2012

Authorised 1938

Art.13(1) Barley grain fibre Barley grain fibrecontributes to anincrease in faecal bulk

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is high in that fibre as referred toin the claim HIGH FIBRE as listed inthe Annex to Regulation (EC) No1924/2006.

increase in faecal bulk 2011;9(6):2249 Commission Regulation (EU)432/2012 of 16/05/2012

Authorised 819

Page 1 of 820Generated on:28/01/2014 09:37 AM


Claimtype




Art.13(1) Beta-glucans Beta-glucans contributeto the maintenance ofnormal bloodcholesterol levels

The claim may be used only for foodwhich contains at least 1 g of beta-glucans from oats, oat bran, barley,barley bran, or from mixtures of thesesources per quantified portion. In orderto bear the claim information shall begiven to the consumer that thebeneficial effect is obtained with a dailyintake of 3 g of beta-glucans from oats,oat bran, barley, barley bran, or frommixtures of these beta-glucans.


2009;7(9):1254, 2011;9(6):2207


Authorised 754, 755, 757, 801, 1236, 1299, 1465, 2934

Art.13(1) Betaine Betaine contributes tonormal homocysteinemetabolism

The claim may be used only for foodwhich contains at least 500 mg ofbetaine per quantified portion. In orderto bear the claim information shall begiven to the consumer that thebeneficial effect is obtained with a dailyintake of 1,5 g of betaine.In order tobear the claim information shall begiven to the consumer that a dailyintake in excess of 4 g maysignificantly increase blood cholesterollevels.

In order to bear the claim informationshall be given to the consumer that adaily intake in excess of 4 g maysignificantly increase blood cholesterollevels.

contribution to normalhomocysteinemetabolism


Authorised 4325



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Biotin Biotin contributes tonormal energy-yieldingmetabolism

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source of biotin asreferred to in the claim SOURCE OF[NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR[NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed inthe Annex to Regulation (EC) No1924/2006.

energy-yieldingmetabolism


Authorised 114, 117

Art.13(1) Biotin Biotin contributes tonormal functioning ofthe nervous system


function of the nervoussystem


Authorised 116

Art.13(1) Biotin Biotin contributes tonormal macronutrientmetabolism


contribution to normalmacronutrientmetabolism

2009;7(9):1209, 2010;8(10):1728


Authorised 113, 114, 117, 4661



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Biotin Biotin contributes tonormal psychologicalfunction


contribution to normalpsychological functions


Authorised 120

Art.13(1) Biotin Biotin contributes to themaintenance of normalhair


maintenance of normalhair

2009;7(9):1209, 2010;8(10):1728


Authorised 118, 121, 2876

Art.13(1) Biotin Biotin contributes to themaintenance of normalmucous membranes


maintenance of normalskin and mucousmembranes


Authorised 115



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Biotin Biotin contributes to themaintenance of normalskin



2009;7(9):1209, 2010;8(10):1728


Authorised 115, 121

Art.13(1) Calcium Calcium contributes tonormal blood clotting

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source of calcium asreferred to in the claim SOURCE OF[NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR[NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed inthe Annex to Regulation (EC) No1924/2006.

blood coagulation 2009;7(9):1210 Commission Regulation (EU)432/2012 of 16/05/2012

Authorised 230, 236

Art.13(1) Calcium Calcium contributes tonormal energy-yieldingmetabolism




Authorised 234



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Calcium Calcium contributes tonormal muscle function


muscle function andneurotransmission



Art.13(1) Calcium Calcium contributes tonormalneurotransmission


muscle function andneurotransmission



Art.13(1) Calcium Calcium contributes tothe normal function ofdigestive enzymes


function of digestiveenzymes


Authorised 355



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Calcium Calcium has a role inthe process of celldivision andspecialisation


regulation of celldivision anddifferentiation


Authorised 237

Art.13(1) Calcium Calcium is needed forthe maintenance ofnormal bones


maintenance of normalbones and teeth

2009;7(9):1210, 2009;7(9):1272, 2010;8(10):1725, 2011;9(6):2203


Authorised 224, 230, 350, 354, 2731, 3155, 4311, 4312, 4703, 4704

Art.13(1) Calcium Calcium is needed forthe maintenance ofnormal teeth


maintenance of normalbones and teeth

2009;7(9):1210, 2010;8(10):1725, 2011;9(6):2203


Authorised 224, 230, 231, 2731, 3099, 3155, 4311, 4312, 4703, 4704



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Carbohydrate-electrolytesolutions

Carbohydrate-electrolyte solutionscontribute to themaintenance ofendurance performanceduring prolongedendurance exercise

In order to bear the claim carbohydrate-electrolyte solutions should contain 80350 kcal/L from carbohydrates, and atleast 75 % of the energy should bederived from carbohydrates whichinduce a high glycaemic response,such as glucose, glucose polymersand sucrose. In addition, thesebeverages should contain between 20mmol/L (460 mg/L) and 50 mmol/L(1,150 mg/L) of sodium, and have anosmolality between 200 330 mOsm/kgwater.

maintenance ofendurance performance


Authorised 466, 469

Art.13(1) Carbohydrate-electrolytesolutions

Carbohydrate-electrolyte solutionsenhance the absorptionof water during physicalexercise

In order to bear the claim carbohydrate-electrolyte solutions should contain 80350 kcal/L from carbohydrates, and atleast 75 % of the energy should bederived from carbohydrates whichinduce a high glycaemic response,such as glucose, glucose polymersand sucrose. In addition, thesebeverages should contain between 20mmol/L (460 mg/L) and 50 mmol/L(1,150 mg/L) of sodium, and have anosmolality between 200 330 mOsm/kgwater.

enhancement of waterabsorption duringexercise


Authorised 314, 315, 316, 317, 319, 322, 325, 332, 408, 465, 473, 1168, 1574, 1593, 1618, 4302, 4309



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Carbohydrates Carbohydratescontribute to themaintenance of normalbrain function

In order to bear the claim, informationshall be given to the consumer that thebeneficial effect is obtained with a dailyintake of 130 g of carbohydrates fromall sources. The claim may be used forfood which contains at least 20 gcarbohydrates which are metabolisedby humans, excluding polyols, perquantified portion and complies withthe nutrition claim LOW SUGARS orWITH NO ADDED SUGARS as listedin the Annex to Regulation (EC) No1924/2006.

The claim shall not be used on foodwhich is 100% sugars.

Maintenance of normalbrain function


Authorised 603, 653

Art.13(1) Chitosan Chitosan contributes tothe maintenance ofnormal bloodcholesterol levels

The claim may be used only for foodwhich provides a daily intake of 3 g ofchitosan. In order to bear the claiminformation shall be given to theconsumer that the beneficial effect isobtained with a daily intake of 3 g ofchitosan.

maintenance of normalblood LDL-cholesterolconcentrations


Authorised 4663



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Chloride Chloride contributes tonormal digestion byproduction ofhydrochloric acid in thestomach

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source of chlorideas referred to in the claim SOURCEOF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR[NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed inthe Annex to Regulation (EC) No1924/2006.The claim cannot be usedon chloride from the source sodiumchloride

The claim cannot be used on chloridefrom the source sodium chloride

contribution to normaldigestion by productionof hydrochloric acid inthe stomach


Authorised 326

Art.13(1) Choline Choline contributes tonormal homocysteinemetabolism

The claim may be used only for foodwhich contains at least 82,5 mg ofcholine per 100 g or 100 ml or persingle portion of food.

Contribution to normalhomocysteinemetabolism


Authorised 3090

Art.13(1) Choline Choline contributes tonormal lipid metabolism


Contribution to normallipid metabolism


Authorised 3186

Art.13(1) Choline Choline contributes tothe maintenance ofnormal liver function


Maintenance of normalliver function

2011;9(4):2056, 2011;9(6):2203


Authorised 712, 1501, 1633

Page 10 820Generated on:28/01/2014 09:37 AM


Claimtype




Art.13(1) Chromium Chromium contributesto normal macronutrientmetabolism

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source of trivalentchromium as referred to in the claimSOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S]AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] aslisted in the Annex to Regulation (EC)No 1924/2006.

contribution to normalmacronutrientmetabolism


Authorised 260, 401, 4665, 4666, 4667

Art.13(1) Chromium Chromium contributesto the maintenance ofnormal blood glucoselevels

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source of trivalentchromium as referred to in the claimSOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S]AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] aslisted in the Annex to Regulation (EC)No 1924/2006.

maintenance of normalblood glucoseconcentrations

2010;8(10):1732, 2011;9(6):2203


Authorised 262, 4667, 4698



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (HPMC)

Consumption ofHydroxypropylmethylcellulose with ameal contributes to areduction in the bloodglucose rise after thatmeal

The claim may be used only for foodwhich contains 4 g of HPMC perquantified portion as part of the meal.In order to bear the claim informationshall be given to the consumer that thebeneficial effect is obtained byconsuming 4 g of HPMC as part of themeal.Warning of choking to be givenfor people with swallowing difficultiesor when ingesting with inadequate fluidintake - advice on taking with plenty ofwater to ensure substance reachesstomach.

Warning of choking to be given forpeople with swallowing difficulties orwhen ingesting with inadequate fluidintake - advice on taking with plenty ofwater to ensure substance reachesstomach.

reduction of post-prandial glycaemicresponses


Authorised 814

Art.13(1) Alpha-cyclodextrin Consumption of alpha-cyclodextrin as part of astarch-containing mealcontributes to thereduction of the bloodglucose rise after thatmeal

The claim may be used for food whichcontains at least 5 g of alpha-cyclodextrin per 50 g of starch in aquantified portion as part of the meal.In order to bear the claim informationshall be given to the consumer that thebeneficial effect is obtained byconsuming the alpha-cyclodextrin aspart of the meal.

Reduction of post-prandial glycaemicresponses

2010;8(2):1479, 2012;10(6):2713


Authorised 2926



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Arabinoxylan producedfrom wheat endosperm

Consumption ofarabinoxylan as part ofa meal contributes to areduction of the bloodglucose rise after thatmeal

The claim may be used only for foodwhich contains at least 8 g ofarabinoxylan (AX)-rich fibre producedfrom wheat endosperm (at least 60 %AX by weight) per 100 g of availablecarbohydrates in a quantified portionas part of the meal. In order to bearthe claim information shall be given tothe consumer that the beneficial effectis obtained by consuming thearabinoxylan (AX)-rich fibre producedfrom wheat endosperm as part of themeal.



Authorised 830

Art.13(1) Beta-glucans from oats andbarley

Consumption of beta-glucans from oats orbarley as part of a mealcontributes to thereduction of the bloodglucose rise after thatmeal

The claim may be used only for foodwhich contains at least 4 g of beta-glucans from oats or barley for each30 g of available carbohydrates in aquantified portion as part of the meal.In order to bear the claim informationshall be given to the consumer that thebeneficial effect is obtained byconsuming the beta-glucans from oatsor barley as part of the meal.



Authorised 821, 824



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Fructose Consumption of foodscontaining fructoseleads to a lower bloodglucose rise comparedto foods containingsucrose or glucose

In order to bear the claim, glucoseand/or sucrose should be replaced byfructose in sugar-sweetened foods ordrinks so that the reduction in contentof glucose and/or sucrose, in thesefoods or drinks, is at least 30%.



Authorised 558

Art.13(1) Sugar replacers, i.e.intense sweeteners;xylitol, sorbitol, mannitol,maltitol, lactitol, isomalt,erythritol, sucralose andpolydextrose; D-tagatoseand isomaltulose

Consumption offoods/drinks containing instead ofsugar* contributes tothe maintenance oftooth mineralisation

* In the case of D-tagatose andisomaltulose this shouldread "other sugars"

In order to bear the claim, sugarsshould be replaced in foods or drinks(which reduce plaque pH below 5.7) bysugar replacers, i.e. intensesweeteners, xylitol, sorbitol, mannitol,maltitol, lactitol, isomalt, erythritol, D-tagatose, isomaltulose, sucralose orpolydextrose, or a combination ofthem, in amounts such thatconsumption of such foods or drinksdoes not lower plaque pH below 5.7during and up to 30 minutes afterconsumption

maintenance of toothmineralisation bydecreasing toothdemineralisation

2011;9(4):2076, 2011;9(6):2229


Authorised 463, 464, 563, 618, 647, 1134, 1167, 1182, 1283, 1591, 2907, 2921, 4300



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Sugar replacers, i.e.intense sweeteners;xylitol, sorbitol, mannitol,maltitol, lactitol, isomalt,erythritol, sucralose andpolydextrose; D-tagatoseand isomaltulose

Consumption offoods/drinks containing instead ofsugar* induces a lowerblood glucose rise aftertheir consumptioncompared to sugar-containing foods/drinks

* In the case of D-tagatose andisomaltulose this shouldread "other sugars"

In order to bear the claim, sugarsshould be replaced in foods or drinksby sugar replacers, i.e. intensesweeteners, xylitol, sorbitol, mannitol,maltitol, lactitol, isomalt, erythritol,sucralose or polydextrose, or acombination of them, so that foods ordrinks contain reduced amounts ofsugars by at least the amount referredto in the claim REDUCED [NAME OFNUTRIENT] as listed in the Annex toRegulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

In the case of D-tagatose andisomaltulose, they should replaceequivalent amounts of other sugars inthe same proportion as that referred toin the claim REDUCED [NAME OFNUTRIENT] as listed in the Annex toRegulation (EC) No 1924/2006.


2011;9(4):2076, 2011;9(6):2229


Authorised 617, 619, 669, 1590, 1762, 2903, 2908, 2920, 4298



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Pectins Consumption of pectinswith a meal contributesto the reduction of theblood glucose rise afterthat meal

The claim may be used only for foodwhich contains 10 g of pectins perquantified portion. In order to bear theclaim, information shall be given to theconsumer that the beneficial effect isobtained by consuming 10 g of pectinsas part of the meal.Warning of chokingto be given for people with swallowingdifficulties or when ingesting withinadequate fluid intake - advice ontaking with plenty of water to ensuresubstance reaches stomach.




Authorised 786

Art.13(1) Copper Copper contributes tomaintenance of normalconnective tissues

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source of copper asreferred to in the claim SOURCE OF[NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR[NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed inthe Annex to Regulation (EC) No1924/2006.

maintenance ofconnective tissues





Claimtype




Art.13(1) Copper Copper contributes tonormal energy-yieldingmetabolism

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source of copper asreferred to in the claim SOURCE OF[NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR[NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed inthe Annex to Regulation (EC) No1924/2006

Contribution to normalenergy-yieldingmetabolism

2009;7(9):1211, 2011;9(4):2079


Authorised 266, 1729

Art.13(1) Copper Copper contributes tonormal functioning ofthe nervous system


Maintenance of thenormal function of thenervous system

2009;7(9):1211, 2011;9(4):2079



Art.13(1) Copper Copper contributes tonormal hairpigmentation


maintenance of skinand hair pigmentation





Claimtype




Art.13(1) Copper Copper contributes tonormal iron transport inthe body


iron transport 2009;7(9):1211 Commission Regulation (EU)432/2012 of 16/05/2012


Art.13(1) Copper Copper contributes tonormal skinpigmentation


maintenance of skinand hair pigmentation



Art.13(1) Copper Copper contributes tothe normal function ofthe immune system


Maintenance of thenormal function of theimmune system

2009;7(9):1211, 2011;9(4):2079





Claimtype




Art.13(1) Copper Copper contributes tothe protection of cellsfrom oxidative stress


protection of DNA,proteins and lipids fromoxidative damage



Art.13(1) Creatine Creatine increasesphysical performance insuccessive bursts ofshort-term, highintensity exercise

The claim may be used only for foodwhich provides a daily intake of 3 g ofcreatine. In order to bear the claiminformation shall be given to theconsumer that the beneficial effect isobtained with a daily intake of 3 g ofcreatine.The claim may be used onlyfor foods targeting adults performinghigh intensity exercise

The claim may be used only for foodstargeting adults performing highintensity exercise

increase in physicalperformance duringshort-term, highintensity, repeatedexercise bouts


Authorised 739, 1520, 1521, 1522, 1523, 1525, 1526, 1531, 1532, 1533, 1534, 1922, 1923, 1924



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Docosahexaenoic acid andEicosapentaenoic acid(DHA/EPA)

DHA and EPAcontribute to themaintenance of normalblood pressure

The claim may be used only for foodwhich provides a daily intake of 3 g ofEPA and DHA. In order to bear theclaim, information shall be given to theconsumer that the beneficial effect isobtained with a daily intake of 3 g ofEPA and DHA. When the claim is usedon food supplements and/or fortifiedfoods information shall also be given toconsumers not to exceed asupplemental daily intake of 5 g ofEPA and DHA combined.

The claim shall not be used for foodstargeting children.

Maintenance of normalblood pressure

2009; 7(9); 1263, 2010;8(10):1796


Authorised 502, 506, 516, 703, 1317, 1324

Art.13(1) Docosahexaenoic acid andEicosapentaenoic acid(DHA/EPA)

DHA and EPAcontribute to themaintenance of normalblood triglyceride levels

The claim may be used only for foodwhich provides a daily intake of 2 g ofEPA and DHA. In order to bear theclaim, information shall be given to theconsumer that the beneficial effect isobtained with a daily intake of 2 g ofEPA and DHA. When the claim is usedon food supplements and/or fortifiedfoods information shall also be given toconsumers not to exceed asupplemental daily intake of 5 g ofEPA and DHA combined.


Maintenance of normal(fasting) bloodconcentrations oftriglycerides

2009; 7(9); 1263, 2010;8(10):1796


Authorised 506, 517, 527, 538, 1317, 1324, 1325



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Docosahexaenoic acid(DHA)

DHA contributes tomaintenance of normalbrain function

The claim may be used only for foodwhich contains at least 40 mg of DHAper 100 g and per 100 kcal. In order tobear the claim information shall begiven to the consumer that thebeneficial effect is obtained with a dailyintake of 250 mg of DHA.

maintenance of normalbrain function

2010;8(10):1734, 2011;9(4):2078


Authorised 497, 501, 510, 513, 519, 521, 534, 540, 688, 1323, 1360, 4294, 565, 626, 631, 689, 690, 704, 742, 3148, 3151



Claimtype





DHA contributes to themaintenance of normalblood triglyceride levels

The claim may be used only for foodwhich provides a daily intake of 2 g ofDHA and which contains DHA incombination with eicosapentaenoicacid (EPA). In order to bear the claim,information shall be given to theconsumer that the beneficial effect isobtained with a daily intake of 2 g ofDHA. When the claim is used on foodsupplements and/or fortified foodsinformation shall also be given toconsumers not to exceed asupplemental daily intake of 5 g ofEPA and DHA combined.


Maintenance of normal(fasting) bloodconcentrations oftriglycerides




DHA contributes to themaintenance of normalvision

The claim may be used only for foodwhich contains at least 40 mg of DHAper 100 g and per 100 kcal. In order tobear the claim information shall begiven to the consumer that thebeneficial effect is obtained with a dailyintake of 250 mg of DHA.

maintenance of normalvision

2010;8(10):1734, 2011;9(4):2078


Authorised 508, 510, 513, 519, 529, 540, 688, 2905, 4294, 627, 632, 743, 3149



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Dried plums of 'prune'cultivars (Prunus domesticaL.)

Dried plums/prunescontribute to normalbowel function

The claim may be used only for foodwhich provides a daily intake of 100 gof dried plums (prunes). In order tobear the claim, information shall begiven to the consumer that thebeneficial effect is obtained with a dailyintake of 100 g of dried plums(prunes).

Maintenance of normalbowel function

2010;8(2):1486, 2012;10(6):2712


Authorised 1164

Art.13(1) Eicosapentaenoic acid anddocosahexaenoic acid(EPA/DHA)

EPA and DHAcontribute to the normalfunction of the heart

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source of EPA andDHA as referred to in the claimSOURCE OF OMEGA 3 FATTYACIDS as listed in the Annex toRegulation (EC) No 1924/2006. Inorder to bear the claim informationshall be given to the consumer that thebeneficial effect is obtained with a dailyintake of 250 mg of EPA and DHA.

maintenance of normalcardiac function

2010;8(10):1796, 2011;9(4):2078


Authorised 510, 688, 1360, 504, 506, 516, 527, 538, 703, 1128, 1317, 1324, 1325

Art.13(1) Fluoride Fluoride contributes tothe maintenance oftooth mineralisation

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source of fluoride asreferred to in the claim SOURCE OF[NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR[NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed inthe Annex to Regulation (EC) No1924/2006.

maintenance of toothmineralisation

2009;7(9):1212, 2010;8(10):1797


Authorised 275, 276, 338, 4238



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Folate Folate contributes tomaternal tissue growthduring pregnancy

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source of folate asreferred to in the claim SOURCE OF[NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR[NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed inthe Annex to Regulation (EC) No1924/2006

maternal tissue growthduring pregnancy


Authorised 2882

Art.13(1) Folate Folate contributes tonormal amino acidsynthesis

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source of folate asreferred to in the claim SOURCE OF[NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR[NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed inthe Annex to Regulation (EC) No1924/2006.

contribution to normalamino acid synthesis



Art.13(1) Folate Folate contributes tonormal blood formation


blood formation 2009;7(9):1213 Commission Regulation (EU)432/2012 of 16/05/2012

Authorised 79



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Folate Folate contributes tonormal homocysteinemetabolism


homocysteinemetabolism


Authorised 80

Art.13(1) Folate Folate contributes tonormal psychologicalfunction




Authorised 81, 85, 86, 88

Art.13(1) Folate Folate contributes to thenormal function of theimmune system


function of the immunesystem


Authorised 91



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Folate Folate contributes to thereduction of tirednessand fatigue


reduction of tirednessand fatigue


Authorised 84

Art.13(1) Folate Folate has a role in theprocess of cell division


cell division 2009;7(9):1213, 2010;8(10):1760





Claimtype




Art.13(1) Glucomannan (konjacmannan)

Glucomannancontributes to themaintenance of normalblood cholesterol levels

The claim may be used only for foodwhich provides a daily intake of 4 g ofglucomannan. In order to bear theclaim information shall be given to theconsumer that the beneficial effect isobtained with a daily intake of 4 g ofglucomannan.Warning of choking tobe given for people with swallowingdifficulties or when ingesting withinadequate fluid intake - advice ontaking with plenty of water to ensuresubstance reaches stomach.



2009;7(9):1258, 2010;8(10):1798


Authorised 836, 1560, 3100, 3217



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Glucomannan (konjacmannan)

Glucomannan in thecontext of an energyrestricted dietcontributes to weightloss

The claim may be used only for foodwhich contains 1 g of glucomannanper quantified portion. In order to bearthe claim information shall be given tothe consumer that the beneficial effectis obtained with a daily intake of 3 g ofglucomannan in three doses of 1 geach, together with 1-2 glasses ofwater, before meals and in the contextof an energy-restricted diet.


reduction of bodyweight


Authorised 854, 1556, 3725



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Guar Gum Guar gum contributes tothe maintenance ofnormal bloodcholesterol levels

The claim may be used only for foodwhich provides a daily intake of 10 g ofguar gum. In order to bear the claim,information shall be given to theconsumer that the beneficial effect isobtained with a daily intake of 10 g ofguar gum.Warning of choking to begiven for people with swallowingdifficulties or when ingesting withinadequate fluid intake - advice ontaking with plenty of water to ensuresubstance reaches stomach.


Maintenance of normalblood cholesterolconcentrations


Authorised 808



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (HPMC)

Hydroxypropylmethylcellulosecontributes to themaintenance of normalblood cholesterol levels

The claim may be used only for foodwhich provides a daily intake of 5 g ofHPMC. In order to bear the claiminformation shall be given to theconsumer that the beneficial effect isobtained with a daily intake of 5 g ofHPMC.Warning of choking to be givenfor people with swallowing difficultiesor when ingesting with inadequate fluidintake - advice on taking with plenty ofwater to ensure substance reachesstomach.




Authorised 815

Art.13(1) Iodine Iodine contributes tonormal cognitivefunction

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source of iodine asreferred to in the claim SOURCE OF[NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR[NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed inthe Annex to Regulation (EC) No1924/2006.

contribution to normalcognitive andneurological function


Authorised 273



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Iodine Iodine contributes tonormal energy-yieldingmetabolism


contribution to normalenergy-yieldingmetabolism

2009;7(9):1214, 2010;8(10):1800


Authorised 274, 402

Art.13(1) Iodine Iodine contributes tonormal functioning ofthe nervous system


contribution to normalcognitive andneurological function


Authorised 273

Art.13(1) Iodine Iodine contributes to themaintenance of normalskin


maintenance of skin 2009;7(9):1214 Commission Regulation (EU)432/2012 of 16/05/2012

Authorised 370



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Iodine Iodine contributes to thenormal production ofthyroid hormones andnormal thyroid function


contribution to normalthyroid function andproduction of thyroidhormones

2009;7(9):1214, 2010;8(10):1800



Art.13(1) Iron Iron contributes tonormal cognitivefunction

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source of iron asreferred to in the claim SOURCE OF[NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR[NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed inthe Annex to Regulation (EC) No1924/2006.

cognitive function 2009;7(9):1215 Commission Regulation (EU)432/2012 of 16/05/2012

Authorised 253

Art.13(1) Iron Iron contributes tonormal energy-yieldingmetabolism



2009;7(9):1215, 2010;8(10):1740





Claimtype




Art.13(1) Iron Iron contributes tonormal formation of redblood cells andhaemoglobin


formation of red bloodcells and haemoglobin

2009;7(9):1215, 2010;8(10):1740


Authorised 249, 374, 1589, 2889

Art.13(1) Iron Iron contributes tonormal oxygen transportin the body


oxygen transport 2009;7(9):1215, 2010;8(10):1740


Authorised 250, 254, 255, 256

Art.13(1) Iron Iron contributes to thenormal function of theimmune system


function of the immunesystem


Authorised 252, 259



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Iron Iron contributes to thereduction of tirednessand fatigue





Art.13(1) Iron Iron has a role in theprocess of cell division


cell division 2009;7(9):1215 Commission Regulation (EU)432/2012 of 16/05/2012

Authorised 368



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Lactase enzyme Lactase enzymeimproves lactosedigestion in individualswho have difficultydigesting lactose

The claim may be used only for foodsupplements, with a minimum dose of4500 FCC (Food Chemicals Codex)units with instructions to the targetpopulation to consume with eachlactose containing meal.Informationshall also be given to the targetpopulation that tolerance to lactose isvariable and they should seek adviceas to the role of this substance in theirdiet.

Information shall also be given to thetarget population that tolerance tolactose is variable and they shouldseek advice as to the role of thissubstance in their diet.

breaking down lactose 2009;7(9):1236, 2011;9(6):2203


Authorised 1697, 1818, 1974

Art.13(1) Lactulose Lactulose contributes toan acceleration ofintestinal transit

The claim may be used only for foodwhich contains 10 g of lactulose in asingle quantified portion. In order tobear the claim, information shall begiven to the consumer that thebeneficial effect is obtained with asingle serving of 10 g of lactulose perday.

reduction in intestinaltransit time


Authorised 807



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Linoleic acid Linoleic acid contributesto the maintenance ofnormal bloodcholesterol levels

The claim may be used only for a foodwhich provides at least 1,5 g of linoleicacid (LA) per 100 g and per 100 kcal.Information shall be given to theconsumer that the beneficial effect isobtained with a daily intake of 10 g ofLA.


2009;7(9):1276, 2011;9(6):2235



Art.13(1) Live yoghurt cultures Live cultures in yoghurtor fermented milkimprove lactosedigestion of the productin individuals who havedifficulty digestinglactose

In order to bear the claim, yoghurt orfermented milk should contain at least108 Colony Forming Units live startermicroorganisms (Lactobacillusdelbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus andStreptococcus thermophilus) per gram.

improved lactosedigestion



Art.13(1) Magnesium Magnesium contributesto a reduction oftiredness and fatigue

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source ofmagnesium as referred to in the claimSOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S]AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] aslisted in the Annex to Regulation (EC)No 1924/2006.

Reduction of tirednessand fatigue


Authorised 244



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Magnesium Magnesium contributesto electrolyte balance


electrolyte balance 2009;7(9):1216 Commission Regulation (EU)432/2012 of 16/05/2012

Authorised 238

Art.13(1) Magnesium Magnesium contributesto normal energy-yielding metabolism





Art.13(1) Magnesium Magnesium contributesto normal functioning ofthe nervous system


neurotransmission andmuscle contractionincluding heart muscle


Authorised 242



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Magnesium Magnesium contributesto normal musclefunction


neurotransmission andmuscle contractionincluding heart muscle

2009;7(9):1216, 2010;8(10):1807



Art.13(1) Magnesium Magnesium contributesto normal proteinsynthesis


protein synthesis 2009;7(9):1216 Commission Regulation (EU)432/2012 of 16/05/2012

Authorised 364

Art.13(1) Magnesium Magnesium contributesto normal psychologicalfunction


Contribution to normalpsychological functions


Authorised 245, 246



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Magnesium Magnesium contributesto the maintenance ofnormal bones


maintenance of bones 2009;7(9):1216 Commission Regulation (EU)432/2012 of 16/05/2012

Authorised 239

Art.13(1) Magnesium Magnesium contributesto the maintenance ofnormal teeth


maintenance of teeth 2009;7(9):1216 Commission Regulation (EU)432/2012 of 16/05/2012

Authorised 239

Art.13(1) Magnesium Magnesium has a rolein the process of celldivision

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source ofmagnesium as referred to in the claimSOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S]AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] aslisted in the Annex to Regulation (EC)No 1924/2006

cell division 2009;7(9):1216 Commission Regulation (EU)432/2012 of 16/05/2012

Authorised 365



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Manganese Manganese contributesto normal energy-yielding metabolism

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source ofmanganese as referred to in the claimSOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S]AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] aslisted in the Annex to Regulation (EC)No 1924/2006.


2009;7(9):1217, 2010;8(10):1808


Authorised 311, 405

Art.13(1) Manganese Manganese contributesto the maintenance ofnormal bones


maintenance of bones 2009;7(9):1217 Commission Regulation (EU)432/2012 of 16/05/2012

Authorised 310

Art.13(1) Manganese Manganese contributesto the normal formationof connective tissue


contribution to normalformation of connectivetissue


Authorised 404



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Manganese Manganese contributesto the protection of cellsfrom oxidative stress


metabolism of fattyacids


Authorised 309

Art.13(1) Meat or fish Meat or fish contributesto the improvement ofiron absorption wheneaten with other foodscontaining iron

The claim may be used only for foodwhich contains at least 50 g of meat orfish in a single quantified portion. Inorder to bear the claim informationshall be given to the consumer that thebeneficial effect is obtained byconsuming 50 g of meat or fishtogether with food(s) containing non-haem iron.

improvement of non-haem iron absorption


Authorised 1223

Art.13(1) Melatonin Melatonin contributes tothe alleviation ofsubjective feelings of jetlag

The claim may be used only for foodwhich contains at least 0,5 mg ofmelatonin per quantified portion. Inorder to bear the claim, informationshall be given to the consumer that thebeneficial effect is obtained with aminimum intake of 0,5 mg to be takenclose to bedtime on the first day oftravel and on the following few daysafter arrival at the destination.

Alleviation of subjectivefeelings of jet lag


Authorised 1953



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Melatonin Melatonin contributes tothe reduction of timetaken to fall asleep

The claim may be used only for foodwhich contains 1 mg of melatonin perquantified portion. In order to bear theclaim, information shall be given to theconsumer that the beneficial effect isobtained by consuming 1 mg ofmelatonin close to bedtime.

reduction of sleep onsetlatency


Authorised 1698, 1780, 4080

Art.13(1) Molybdenum Molybdenumcontributes to normalsulphur amino acidmetabolism

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source ofmolybdenum as referred to in the claimSOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S]AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] aslisted in the Annex to Regulation (EC)No 1924/2006.

contribution to normalamino acid metabolism


Authorised 313

Art.13(1) Monascus purpureous (redyeast rice)

Monacolin K from redyeast rice contributes tothe maintenance ofnormal bloodcholesterol levels

The claim may be used only for foodwhich provides a daily intake of 10 mgof monacolin K from red yeast rice. Inorder to bear the claim, informationshall be given to the consumer that thebeneficial effect is obtained with a dailyintake of 10 mg of monacolin K fromfermented red yeast rice preparations.






Claimtype




Art.13(1) Niacin Niacin contributes tonormal energy-yieldingmetabolism

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source of niacin asreferred to in the claim SOURCE OF[NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR[NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed inthe Annex to Regulation (EC) No1924/2006.


2009;7(9):1224, 2010;8(10):1757



Art.13(1) Niacin Niacin contributes tonormal functioning ofthe nervous system


function of the nervoussystem


Authorised 44, 53

Art.13(1) Niacin Niacin contributes tonormal psychologicalfunction




Authorised 55



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Niacin Niacin contributes to themaintenance of normalmucous membranes



2009;7(9):1224, 2010;8(10):1757



Art.13(1) Niacin Niacin contributes to themaintenance of normalskin



2009;7(9):1224, 2010;8(10):1757


Authorised 45, 48, 50, 52, 4700

Art.13(1) Niacin Niacin contributes to thereduction of tirednessand fatigue




Authorised 47



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Oat grain fibre Oat grain fibrecontributes to anincrease in faecal bulk

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is high in that fibre as referred toin the claim HIGH FIBRE as listed inthe Annex to Regulation (EC) No1924/2006.

increase in faecal bulk 2011;9(6):2249 Commission Regulation (EU)432/2012 of 16/05/2012

Authorised 822

Art.13(1) Olive oil polyphenols Olive oil polyphenolscontribute to theprotection of blood lipidsfrom oxidative stress

The claim may be used only for oliveoil which contains at least 5 mg ofhydroxytyrosol and its derivatives (e.g.oleuropein complex and tyrosol) per 20g of olive oil. In order to bear the claiminformation shall be given to theconsumer that the beneficial effect isobtained with a daily intake of 20 g ofolive oil.

protection of LDLparticles from oxidativedamage


Authorised 1333, 1638, 1639, 1696, 2865

Art.13(1) Pantothenic acid Pantothenic acidcontributes to normalenergy-yieldingmetabolism

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source ofpantothenic acid as referred to in theclaim SOURCE OF [NAME OFVITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OFMINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex toRegulation (EC) No 1924/2006.



Authorised 56, 59, 60, 64, 171, 172, 208



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Pantothenic acid Pantothenic acidcontributes to normalmental performance


mental performance 2009;7(9):1218, 2010;8(10):1758


Authorised 57, 58

Art.13(1) Pantothenic acid Pantothenic acidcontributes to normalsynthesis andmetabolism of steroidhormones, vitamin Dand someneurotransmitters


synthesis andmetabolism of steroidhormones, vitamin Dand someneurotransmitters


Authorised 181

Art.13(1) Pantothenic acid Pantothenic acidcontributes to thereduction of tirednessand fatigue




Authorised 63



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Pectins Pectins contribute to themaintenance of normalblood cholesterol levels

The claim may be used only for foodwhich provides a daily intake of 6 g ofpectins. In order to bear the claiminformation shall be given to theconsumer that the beneficial effect isobtained with a daily intake of 6 g ofpectins.Warning of choking to be givenfor people with swallowing difficultiesor when ingesting with inadequate fluidintake - advice on taking with plenty ofwater to ensure substance reachesstomach.



2010;8(10):1747, 2011;9(6):2203



Art.13(1) Phosphorus Phosphorus contributesto normal energy-yielding metabolism

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source ofphosphorus as referred to in the claimSOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S]AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] aslisted in the Annex to Regulation (EC)No 1924/2006.



Authorised 329, 373



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Phosphorus Phosphorus contributesto normal function ofcell membranes


function of cellmembranes


Authorised 328

Art.13(1) Phosphorus Phosphorus contributesto the maintenance ofnormal bones


maintenance of boneand teeth


Authorised 324, 327

Art.13(1) Phosphorus Phosphorus contributesto the maintenance ofnormal teeth


maintenance of boneand teeth


Authorised 324, 327



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Plant sterols and plantstanols

Plant sterols/stanolscontribute to themaintenance of normalblood cholesterol levels

In order to bear the claim informationshall be given to the consumer that thebeneficial effect is obtained with a dailyintake of at least 0.8 g of plantsterols/stanols.


2010;8(10):1813, 2011;9(6):2203


Authorised 549, 550, 567, 568, 713, 1234, 1235, 1466, 1634, 1984, 2909, 3140

Art.13(1) Potassium Potassium contributesto normal functioning ofthe nervous system

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source of potassiumas referred to in the claim SOURCEOF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR[NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed inthe Annex to Regulation (EC) No1924/2006.

Muscular andneurological function


Authorised 386

Art.13(1) Potassium Potassium contributesto normal musclefunction


Muscular andneurological function


Authorised 320



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Potassium Potassium contributesto the maintenance ofnormal blood pressure


Blood pressure 2010;8(2):1469 Commission Regulation (EU)432/2012 of 16/05/2012

Authorised 321

Art.13(1) Protein Protein contributes to agrowth in muscle mass

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source of protein asreferred to in the claim SOURCE OFPROTEIN as listed in the Annex toRegulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

growth or maintenanceof muscle mass

2010;8(10):1811, 2011;9(6):2203


Authorised 415, 417, 593, 594, 595, 715, 1398

Art.13(1) Protein Protein contributes tothe maintenance ofmuscle mass


growth or maintenanceof muscle mass

2010;8(10):1811, 2011;9(6):2203


Authorised 415, 417, 593, 594, 595, 715, 1398

Art.13(1) Protein Protein contributes tothe maintenance ofnormal bones


maintenance of normalbones

2010;8(10):1811, 2011;9(6):2203





Claimtype




Art.13(1) Foods with a low orreduced content ofsaturated fatty acids

Reducing consumptionof saturated fatcontributes to themaintenance of normalblood cholesterol levels

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least low in saturated fattyacids, as referred to in the claim LOWSATURATED FATor reduced in saturated fatty acids asreferred to in the claimREDUCED [NAME OF NUTRIENT] aslisted in the Annex to Regulation (EC)No 1924/2006.




Art.13(1) Foods with a low orreduced content of sodium

Reducing consumptionof sodium contributes tothe maintenance ofnormal blood pressure

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least low in sodium/salt asreferred to in the claim LOWSODIUM/SALTor reduced in sodium/salt as referredto in the claimREDUCED [NAME OF NUTRIENT] aslisted in the Annex to Regulation (EC)No 1924/2006.

maintenance of normalblood pressure


Authorised 336, 705, 1148, 1178, 1185, 1420

Art.13(1) Resistant starch Replacing digestiblestarches with resistantstarch in a mealcontributes to areduction in the bloodglucose rise after thatmeal.

The claim may be used only for food inwhich digestible starch has beenreplaced by resistant starch so that thefinal content of resistant starch is atleast 14 % of total starch.



Authorised 681



Claimtype




Art.13(1) Oleic acid Replacing saturated fatsin the diet withunsaturated fatscontributes to themaintenance of normalblood cholesterol levels.Oleic acid is anunsaturated fat.

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is high in unsaturated fattyacids, as referred to in the claim HIGHUNSATURATED FAT as listed in theAnnex to Regulation (EC) No1924/2006.



Authorised 673, 728, 729, 1302, 4334

Art.13(1) Monounsaturated and/orpolyunsaturated fatty acids

Replacing saturated fatswith unsaturated fats inthe diet contributes tothe maintenance ofnormal bloodcholesterol levels[MUFA and PUFA areunsaturated fats]

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is high in unsaturated fattyacids, as referred to in the claim HIGHUNSATURATED FAT as listed in theAnnex to Regulation (EC) No1924/2006.

Replacement ofmixtures of saturatedfatty acids (SFAs) aspresent in foods ordiets with mixtures ofpolyunsaturated fattyacids (PUFAs) andmaintenance of normalblood LDL-cholesterolconcentrations

2011;9(4):2069, 2011;9(6):2203


Authorised 621, 674, 1190, 1203, 2906, 2910, 3065, 4335

Art.13(1) Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) Riboflavin contributes tonormal energy-yieldingmetabolism

The claim may be used only for foodwhich is at least a source of riboflavinas referred to in the claim SOURCEOF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR[NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed inthe Annex to Regulation (EC) No1924/2006.






Claimtype




Art.13(1) Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) Riboflavin contributes tonormal functioning ofthe nervous system


maintenance of thenormal functon of thenervous system


Authorised 213

Art.13(1) Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) Riboflavin contributes tothe maintenance ofnormal mucousmembranes




Authorised 31

Art.13(1) Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) Riboflavin contributes tothe maintenance ofnormal red blood cells


maintenance of normalred blood cells


Authorised 40

Page 53 820Generated on:28/01/2014 09

eu register

Documents