Review of the EU legislation for 21/01/2025

Here’s a concise review of the key legal acts:

1. Registration of ‘Oli de Menorca / Aceite de Menorca’ as a Protected Geographical Indication for olive oil from Menorca, Spain, providing EU-wide legal protection for this product name.
2. Technical correction adding Summary of Product Characteristics for ‘ClearKlens wipes based on IPA’, a biocidal product containing 63.1% propan-2-ol, authorized for professional and industrial use only.
3. Amendment of poultry import rules due to avian influenza outbreaks, suspending imports from specific zones in Canada, UK, and US while reauthorizing imports from recovered areas in British Columbia.
4. Introduction of registration requirements for Chinese choline chloride imports with minimum 30% content, enabling potential retroactive collection of anti-dumping duties (preliminary margins 26-121%).
5. Registration of Portuguese dish ‘Arroz de Sarrabulho à moda de Ponte de Lima’ as a Traditional Speciality Guaranteed in the EU register.
6. Imposition of definitive anti-dumping duties on Chinese lever arch mechanisms at rates of 27.1% for DongGuan Humen and 47.4% for other Chinese companies.
7. Fisheries closure for Belgian vessels targeting common sole in EU waters areas 7h, 7j and 7k due to quota exhaustion.
8. Authorization of UV-treated powder from Tenebrio molitor larvae as novel food, with specific maximum levels for various food products and mandatory labeling requirements.
9. Amendment of EU design protection rules, updating terminology from ‘Community design’ to ‘EU design’ and modifying registration procedures and communication methods.

Review of each of legal acts published today:

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/118 of 14 January 2025 on the registration of the geographical indication Oli de Menorca / Aceite de Menorca (PGI) in the Union register of geographical indications pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2024/1143 of the European Parliament and of the Council

This Commission Implementing Regulation registers the geographical indication ‘Oli de Menorca / Aceite de Menorca’ (olive oil from Menorca) as a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) in the EU register of geographical indications. The registration follows Spain’s application and ensures legal protection of this product name across the European Union.The regulation consists of two main articles. Article 1 formally enters the geographical indication into the Union register, while Article 2 establishes the standard entry into force provision (twentieth day following publication). The regulation is based on the new framework Regulation (EU) 2024/1143 on geographical indications, which replaced the previous Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012.Key aspects of this regulation include:
– The application was originally submitted under the previous regulation but processed under the new rules
– No opposition was received during the prescribed period
– The protection applies immediately across all EU Member States
– The registration grants exclusive rights to use the name ‘Oli de Menorca / Aceite de Menorca’ for olive oil meeting the specified requirements from this geographical area

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/86 of 20 January 2025 correcting Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2189 as regards the summary of the biocidal product characteristics

This Regulation corrects Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2189 by adding the missing Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) for the biocidal product ‘ClearKlens wipes based on IPA’. The correction is retroactively applicable from September 24, 2024, as the SPC defines essential terms and conditions for market availability and use of this product.The Regulation consists of two articles and an extensive Annex containing the detailed SPC. The first article adds the SPC as an Annex to the previous regulation, while the second article establishes the entry into force and retroactive applicability.The SPC provides comprehensive information about the biocidal product, including:

• Administrative information (trade names, authorization holder, manufacturers)
• Product composition and formulation details
• Hazard and precautionary statements
• Three specific authorized uses with detailed instructions
• General directions for use, including safety measures, storage conditions, and disposal requirements

Key provisions include:

• The product is authorized for professional and industrial use only
• It contains 63.1% propan-2-ol as the active substance
• Specific ventilation requirements vary by facility type (8-60 air changes per hour)
• The product has a 2-year shelf life and must be stored below 40°C
• Users must wear chemical-resistant gloves and avoid eye contact

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/125 of 20 January 2025 amending Annexes V and XIV to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/404 as regards the entries for Canada, the United Kingdom and the United States in the lists of third countries, territories or zones thereof authorised for the entry into the Union of consignments of poultry and germinal products of poultry, and of fresh meat of poultry and game birds

This Commission Implementing Regulation amends the rules for importing poultry, poultry products, and game birds from Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States into the European Union due to outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in these countries.The regulation modifies Annexes V and XIV of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/404, which contain lists of third countries and territories authorized to export poultry and poultry products to the EU. The changes reflect new restrictions on imports from specific zones where HPAI outbreaks occurred, as well as the lifting of previous restrictions in certain Canadian regions where the situation has improved.The main changes include:

• Suspension of imports from new restricted zones in Ontario (Canada), Norfolk and Angus (UK), and 24 outbreaks across 14 US states
• Reauthorization of imports from previously restricted zones in British Columbia (Canada) where appropriate control measures were implemented
• Detailed geographical descriptions of all new restricted zones with specific coordinates and affected municipalities
• Updated timelines for restrictions and authorizations for different types of poultry products from each affected zone

The regulation provides precise technical details about the affected geographical areas, including GPS coordinates and municipality names, and specifies exactly which types of poultry and poultry products are subject to restrictions from each zone. It also includes specific dates when restrictions begin and, where applicable, when they are lifted.

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/92 of 20 January 2025 making imports of choline chloride originating in the People’s Republic of China subject to registration

This Commission Implementing Regulation introduces registration requirements for imports of choline chloride from China as part of an ongoing anti-dumping investigation. The regulation aims to enable potential retroactive collection of anti-dumping duties if the investigation confirms dumping practices.The regulation consists of three main sections and two operative articles. The first section defines the product subject to registration – choline chloride in all forms and purities with minimum 30% content. The second section establishes the legal basis and justification for registration, including preliminary dumping margins between 26% and 121%. The third section addresses personal data processing requirements.Key provisions include:
– Registration applies to specific CN codes for choline chloride imports from China
– Registration period is set for nine months from the regulation’s entry into force
– Preliminary calculations suggest significant dumping margins, though final liability amounts are not yet determined
– Calcium phosphoryl choline chloride tetrahydrate (CAS 72556-74-2) is specifically excluded from registration requirements
– All collected personal data must comply with EU data protection regulations

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/98 of 14 January 2025 on the registration of the traditional speciality guaranteed Arroz de Sarrabulho à moda de Ponte de Lima (TSG) in the Union register of traditional specialities guaranteed pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2024/1143 of the European Parliament and of the Council

This Commission Implementing Regulation registers ‘Arroz de Sarrabulho à moda de Ponte de Lima’ as a Traditional Speciality Guaranteed (TSG) in the European Union register. The registration follows Portugal’s application and ensures protection of this traditional dish at the EU level.The regulation consists of two main articles. Article 1 formally enters the ‘Arroz de Sarrabulho à moda de Ponte de Lima’ into the Union register of traditional specialities guaranteed. Article 2 establishes that the regulation enters into force on the twentieth day following its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.The key aspects of this regulation include:

• The application was originally submitted under the previous Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012 but processed under the new Regulation (EU) 2024/1143
• No opposition statements were received during the prescribed period
• The registration provides EU-wide protection for this traditional Portuguese dish
• The regulation is binding in its entirety and directly applicable in all Member States

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/100 of 20 January 2025 imposing a definitive anti-dumping duty on imports of lever arch mechanisms originating in the People’s Republic of China following an expiry review pursuant to Article 11(2) of Regulation (EU) 2016/1036 of the European Parliament and of the Council

This is a Commission Implementing Regulation imposing definitive anti-dumping duties on imports of lever arch mechanisms (LAM) from China following an expiry review.The regulation maintains existing anti-dumping duties of 27.1% for one Chinese producer (DongGuan Humen) and 47.4% for all other Chinese companies, after finding a likelihood of recurrence of dumping and injury if measures were allowed to lapse.Key findings of the investigation include:

• Chinese producers have significant spare production capacity that exceeds EU consumption
• The EU market remains attractive due to its size and price levels
• Chinese export prices to third countries were found to be 58% below normal value
• Without measures, Chinese imports would likely undercut EU prices by 27%
• The EU industry remained profitable but showed some deteriorating trends

The main provisions include:

• Continuation of existing duty rates (27.1% and 47.4%)
• Requirements for valid commercial invoices to apply individual duty rates
• Provisions for name changes of companies with individual rates
• Rules on reimbursement following Court judgments

The regulation aims to protect the EU industry from dumped imports while ensuring measures are not against broader EU interests. The measures will remain in force until the next review.

Commission Regulation (EU) 2025/104 of 14 January 2025 establishing a fisheries closure for common sole in areas 7h, 7j and 7k for vessels flying the flag of Belgium

This Commission Regulation establishes a fisheries closure for common sole in specific areas of EU waters (7h, 7j and 7k) for Belgian vessels. The regulation is enacted because Belgium has exhausted its allocated fishing quota for common sole in these areas for 2024.The regulation consists of three main articles and an annex. Article 1 declares the quota exhaustion, Article 2 sets out specific prohibitions and requirements, and Article 3 deals with the entry into force. The annex provides specific details about the closure, including the affected areas and species.Key provisions include:
– Complete prohibition of fishing for common sole by Belgian vessels in the specified areas from December 19, 2024
– Ban on searching for fish, shooting, setting, or hauling fishing gear for this stock
– Permission to process and land catches taken prior to the closure date
– Requirement to record and count unintended catches against quotas
– Obligation to bring and retain unintended catches on board and land them in accordance with EU regulations

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/89 of 20 January 2025 authorising the placing on the market of UV-treated powder of whole Tenebrio molitor larvae (yellow mealworm) as a novel food and amending Implementing Regulation (EU) 2017/2470

This Regulation authorizes the placing on the EU market of UV-treated powder made from whole Tenebrio molitor larvae (yellow mealworm) as a novel food. The powder is intended for use in various food products like bread, cakes, pasta, processed potato products, cheese products, and fruit/vegetable compotes, with specific maximum levels for each category.The Regulation consists of 4 articles and an Annex that amends the Union list of novel foods. The main provisions include authorization conditions, data protection for the applicant company Nutri’Earth for 5 years, and detailed specifications for the novel food product. Compared to previous regulations on novel foods, this one specifically addresses a new type of insect-based food product with UV treatment.Key provisions include:

• Maximum allowed quantities for different food categories (e.g., 4.0g/100g for bread and rolls)
• Mandatory labeling requirements warning about potential allergic reactions
• Detailed product specifications including composition requirements (protein 50-55%, fat 30-37%, etc.)
• Strict limits for contaminants like heavy metals, mycotoxins, and microbiological criteria
• Special labeling requirements when vitamin D content is significant

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/73 of 17 January 2025 amending Regulation (EC) No 2245/2002 implementing Council Regulation (EC) No 6/2002 on Community designs

This Regulation amends the implementing rules for EU design protection system to align them with recent reforms in EU design legislation. The act primarily updates terminology and streamlines registration procedures for EU designs. It introduces technical changes to ensure consistency with the amended basic Regulation on Community designs.The Regulation makes several key structural changes:

• Updates terminology from ‘Community design’ to ‘EU design’ throughout the text
• Removes provisions about filing specimens and applications through national offices
• Transfers certain essential elements from implementing rules to the basic Regulation
• Aligns provisions with the European Economic Area (EEA) territory references
• Updates rules on professional representatives and communication with the Office

Key provisions include:

• Multiple applications can now include up to 50 designs
• New detailed requirements for product descriptions and classifications
• Modified rules for electronic submission of design applications
• Updated Register content requirements
• Revised procedures for professional representatives in design matters
• New provisions on communication methods with the Office, including electronic means