The EU recommends monitoring toxic alkaloids in lupins and their food derivatives
15 Jun 2026Effective: 11 Jun 202665 views
Who is affected:
Producers, processors, importers and distributors of lupins and derived food products
Summary
The European Commission recommends monitoring quinolizidine alkaloid levels in lupins and derived food products due to health risks. These compounds can cause poisoning if they exceed certain levels.
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Recommendation (EU) 2026/1241 urges Member States and food operators to implement controls on the presence of quinolizidine alkaloids in lupins and derived products. These alkaloids, naturally present in lupins, can be toxic to humans and animals if consumed in high quantities. The recommendation establishes guidance o…
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OJ:L_202601241: Recomendación (UE) 2026/1241 de la Comisión, de 11 de junio de 2026, sobre el control de la presencia de alcaloides quinolizidínicos en los altramuces y los alimentos derivados de los altramuces
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