‘General Benefit’ Insufficient For EU Food For Special Medical Purposes Classification
Executive Summary
In a case that could have far-reaching implications for the region's food supplement manufacturers, the European Court of Justice has ruled that the definition of foods for special medical purposes should be restricted to use in addressing a specific nutrient deficiency related to an illness, as defined by EU law.
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