European Union:Opium Alkaloids in Poppy Seeds: Assessment Updated

摘要

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) updated its risk assessment of opium alkaloids in poppy seeds 16 May, confirming many of its previous findings, including the amount of these substances that can be consumed safely. The latest opinion also broadens the evidence that should be considered when calculating the possible risk to consumers.EFSA's previous assessment, published in 2011, set a safe level - or acute reference dose (ARfD) -of 10 ug per kilogram (kg) of body weight based on the morphine content of poppy seeds.