Nickel: maximum levels in cereals applicable from 1 July 2026

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In 2024, the European Commission published Regulation (EU) 2024/1987 amending Regulation (EU) 2023/915 as regards the maximum levels of nickel in certain foodstuffs.

Maximum levels have been set for the following categories:

• Nuts
• Vegetables
• Seaweed
• Oilseeds
• Cereals
• Cocoa and chocolate products
• Infant food
• Fruit juices

The maximum levels for nuts, vegetables, seaweed, oilseeds, cocoa and chocolate products,