The food supplements regulation in Europe
This training focuses on enhancing food supplement regulatory knowledge in Europe and understanding the legal requirements for product development. It covers ingredient categorization, labeling rules, health claims, and practical case studies for compliance in different European countries. Interactive elements such as quizzes and workshops ensure participants can apply their knowledge effectively
2 Afternoons
No level required
Remote Training (Webinar)
If a specific adaptation is needed, particularly in relation to a disability, please do not hesitate to let us know.
- 03/06 et 04/06
- 01/12 et 02/12
Presentation
This training focuses on providing a comprehensive understanding of European food supplement regulations, including current legal frameworks and anticipated changes. Participants will delve into key topics such as ingredient categorization, notification processes in various countries, and the effective use of health claims under regulatory constraints. Practical sessions, including real-world case studies and interactive quizzes, enable attendees to apply the knowledge in compliance and product marketing strategies. Designed for professionals in R&D, regulatory, or marketing roles, this training ensures actionable insights to navigate the complex European market successfully
Any person involved in the development and/or marketing process of food supplements (CEO, project manager, R&D, regulatory or marketing departments)
No particular prerequisites, the basics on the definition of a food supplement will be covered at the beginning of the training.
Objectives
- Validate your regulatory knowledge.
- Understand the constraints
- Questions/Answers - Exchange and debate on the subject.
Achievement index
Satisfaction index
Sessions
Program
- Attendees’ connection
- Presentations / Round table of everyone’s expections and objectives
The current food supplements regulation and the future evolutions
- Definitions
- The principle of mutual recognition
- Categories of ingredients and their legislation:
– Vitamins and Minerals
– Substances with nutritional and physiological purposes
– Plants
– Ingredients for technological purposes - Regulation 1925/2006: What’s new?
- Understanding the 3 risks:
– Novel Food, Medicines, Safety
– Requalification as a medicine.
– Update on the new border doses
=> Quizzes, Q&A: validate your knowledge
Practical cases: how to notify a food supplement?
- France
- Belgium
- Italy
- Luxembourg
Labelling of food supplements
- Reminder of the rules relating to general foodstuffs, and of the rules specific to food supplements: compound ingredients, nano, etc.
- Summary of the mentions to be affixed.
- Voluntary mentions: Vegan, Clean label, …
- Mention of origin: What changes since April 1, 2020? Can I create a unique European label?
- Practical cases
=> Quizzes, Q&A: validate your knowledge
Health claims
- Reminder of the regulatory framework: Definition, Scope of application.
- Authorized or pending: What room for maneuverin the wording? What can we really say? How to use them?
=> Quizzes, Q&A: validate your knowledge
Recent and upcoming changes
- Update on the next changes to be apprehended
Trainers


Means and modalities
The training will be conducted via the Teams video conferencing tool (a link will be sent to participants before the session for access). The training material (PowerPoint) will be presented through a combination of lectures and discussions with the trainers. Educational documentation will be provided in electronic format. A knowledge assessment must be completed at the end of the training. A certificate of attendance will be issued.
Prices
2 Afternoons: Monday 03 & Tuesday 04 June 2025 (2.00pm- 5.30pm) - 750€HT soit 900€TTC
For your requests for support by your Skills Operator (OPCO) Pharmanager Development has an activity declaration number: 5249 03216 49.
For your requests for support by your Skills Operator (OPCO) Pharmanager Development has an activity declaration number: 5249 03216 49.
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