Review of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/551
This regulation revises the list of animal products, by-products, and composite goods subject to border controls when entering the EU. The updated annex, which replaces the previous version, contains comprehensive lists organized by Combined Nomenclature (CN) codes, ensuring no ambiguity about which goods require checks. Importers and border officials must accurately classify goods using these codes. This regulation is applicable starting 1 October 2026, which should provide sufficient time for adaptation.
Review of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/548
This regulation denies authorization for great burdock extract from Arctium lappa L. as a feed additive for cats and dogs, due to safety and efficacy concerns raised by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). Businesses must withdraw the additive and related products from the market, with existing stocks of the additive and premixtures to be withdrawn by 5 July 2026, and feed materials and compound feed by 5 October 2026.
Review of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/553
This regulation amends previous regulations to allow the use of the feed additive Weizmannia faecalis DSM 32016 with specific coccidiostats (amprolium, narasin, and nicarbazin) for poultry and ornamental birds. This change provides flexibility to feed producers. Transitional measures also allow the continued use of products already on the market.
Review of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/549
This regulation renews the authorization for a preparation of the bacterial strain DSM 11798 of the Eggerthellaceae family, classifying it as a ‘technological additive’ for reducing mycotoxin contamination for pigs, poultry, and ornamental birds. It also repeals previous regulations. Conditions of use, including storage, heat treatment, compliance with mycotoxin regulations, and safety measures for users are detailed in the annex. Transitional measures allow the continued use of products produced under the old regulations for a limited time.
Review of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/585
This regulation denies authorisation for ginseng extract from Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer as a feed additive for cats and dogs, meaning businesses must withdraw the additive from the market. Existing stocks of the additive and premixtures must be withdrawn by 5 July 2026, and feed materials and compound feed produced with the additive before 5 July 2026 must be withdrawn by 5 October 2026.
Review of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/591
This regulation amends Annexes V and XIV to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/404, which concern the entry into the Union of consignments of poultry, germinal products of poultry, and fresh meat of poultry and game birds from Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The regulation updates zones authorized to export these products to the EU, suspending entry from zones affected by highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) and re-authorizing entry from zones where the HPAI situation has been resolved. Operators involved in the import and export of these products must pay close attention to the updated lists.
Review of each of legal acts published today:
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/551 of 13 March 2026 amending the Annex to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/632 as regards the lists of products of animal origin, animal by-products and composite products subject to official controls at border control posts
Here’s a breakdown of the Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/551:
**1. Essence of the Act:**
This regulation amends Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/632 by updating the lists of products of animal origin, animal by-products, and composite products that are subject to official controls at border control posts when entering the European Union. The goal is to ensure that all relevant products are included to avoid ambiguity regarding which goods must undergo these controls. The updated annex replaces the previous one for clarity.
**2. Structure and Main Provisions:**
* **Article 1:** This article stipulates that the Annex to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/632 is entirely replaced by the new text provided in the Annex to this regulation. The new Annex contains lists of animals, products of animal origin, germinal products, animal by-products and derived products, composite products, and hay and straw subject to official controls at border control posts.
* **Article 2:** This article specifies the entry into force and application date of the regulation. It becomes effective twenty days after its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union but applies from 1 October 2026.
* **Annex:** The Annex contains the updated lists of products subject to official controls, organized by Combined Nomenclature (CN) codes. It includes detailed descriptions and qualifications for each category of animal or product. The Annex is structured in Chapters which correspond to the relevant Chapters in the Combined Nomenclature (CN) as laid down in Annex I to Council Regulation (EEC) No 2658/87.
**Changes Compared to Previous Versions:**
The main change is the replacement of the entire Annex to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/632 with an updated version. This includes the addition of specific headings and CN codes (1301, 2008 19, 2106 90 55, 2933, 3002 13, 3002 14, 3002 15, 3105 90, 3821, 3823 and 3824) to ensure comprehensive coverage of products subject to official controls.
**3. Main Provisions Important for Use:**
* **CN Codes and Descriptions:** The regulation relies heavily on CN codes to define the products subject to control. Importers and border control officials need to accurately classify goods using these codes.
* **Qualifications and Explanations:** Column (3) of the Annex provides crucial details on the specific animals or goods covered, along with references to other relevant EU regulations (e.g., Regulation (EC) No 1069/2009 and Regulation (EU) No 142/2011).
* **Application Date:** The regulation applies from 1 October 2026, providing a transition period for businesses and authorities to adapt to the new requirements.
* **General Remarks:** General remarks are added to certain Chapters to clarify which animals or goods are covered in the relevant Chapter. In addition, where necessary, reference is made to specific requirements laid down in Regulation (EU) No 142/2011.
* The list of composite products that meet specific conditions and are exempted from official controls at border control posts are laid down in Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2021/630.
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/548 of 13 March 2026 concerning the denial of authorisation of great burdock extract from Arctium lappa L. as a feed additive for cats and dogs
This Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/548 concerns the denial of authorisation for great burdock extract from Arctium lappa L. as a feed additive for cats and dogs. The regulation states that the authorisation for this substance, previously allowed under Directive 70/524/EEC, is denied due to safety and efficacy concerns raised by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). The EFSA was unable to confirm the safety and efficacy of the extract due to incomplete characterisation of the additive and a lack of convincing evidence. As a result, the regulation mandates the withdrawal of great burdock extract from the market for use in cat and dog food.
The regulation consists of three articles. Article 1 officially denies the authorisation of great burdock extract as a feed additive for cats and dogs. Article 2 outlines the timeline for the withdrawal of the additive and related products from the market, setting deadlines for the withdrawal of existing stocks of the additive and premixtures by 5 July 2026, and for feed materials and compound feed containing the additive by 5 October 2026. Article 3 states that the regulation will come into force twenty days after its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.
The most important provisions for businesses and individuals are those concerning the withdrawal of the product from the market. Specifically, the deadlines outlined in Article 2 are critical for compliance. Businesses must ensure that all affected products are removed from the market by the specified dates to avoid potential penalties.
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/553 of 13 March 2026 amending Implementing Regulations (EU) 2020/1755 and (EU) 2024/1054 as regards the terms of the authorisation of a preparation of Weizmannia faecalis DSM 32016 as a feed additive for all poultry species for fattening, reared for breeding and laying and ornamental birds (holder of authorisation: Biochem Zusatzstoffe Handels- und Produktionsges. mbH)
This Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/553 amends Implementing Regulations (EU) 2020/1755 and (EU) 2024/1054, concerning the feed additive Weizmannia faecalis DSM 32016, used for poultry and ornamental birds. The key change is to allow the simultaneous use of this additive with specific coccidiostats (amprolium, narasin, and nicarbazin). The regulation confirms the safety of this combined use, based on an assessment by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). It also includes transitional measures for products already on the market.
The regulation consists of four articles and two annexes. Articles 1 and 2 amend the annexes of the previous regulations (EU) 2020/1755 and (EU) 2024/1054, updating the terms of authorization for Weizmannia faecalis DSM 32016. Article 3 provides transitional measures, allowing the continued use of products produced and labeled before specific dates. Article 4 states that the regulation will enter into force twenty days after its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union. The annexes replace the annexes of the original regulations, detailing the updated conditions of use, including the allowance for simultaneous use with certain coccidiostats.
The most important provision is the allowance for the simultaneous use of Weizmannia faecalis DSM 32016 with the coccidiostats amprolium, narasin, and nicarbazin, provided it aligns with the authorized conditions for those coccidiostats. This change gives more flexibility to feed producers. The transitional measures are also important, as they allow existing stocks of feed additives and compound feed to be used up, preventing economic losses.
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/549 of 13 March 2026 concerning the renewal of the authorisation of a preparation of the bacterial strain DSM 11798 of the Eggerthellaceae family as a feed additive for pigs, poultry and ornamental birds and repealing Implementing Regulations (EU) No 1016/2013 and (EU) 2017/930
This Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/549 concerns the renewal of the authorization for a preparation of the bacterial strain DSM 11798 of the Eggerthellaceae family as a feed additive for pigs, poultry, and ornamental birds. It also repeals Implementing Regulations (EU) No 1016/2013 and (EU) 2017/930, which previously authorized the same preparation under a slightly different taxonomic classification (Coriobacteriaceae family). The regulation confirms the safety and efficacy of the additive for the specified animal species and its role in reducing mycotoxin contamination in feed.
The regulation consists of four articles and an annex. Article 1 renews the authorization of the bacterial strain DSM 11798 as a feed additive, categorizing it as a ‘technological additive’ for reducing mycotoxin contamination, subject to the conditions in the annex. Article 2 repeals the previous regulations (EU) No 1016/2013 and (EU) 2017/930. Article 3 outlines transitional measures, allowing the continued use of products produced and labeled under the old regulations for a limited time. Article 4 states that the regulation will come into force twenty days after its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union. The annex specifies the conditions of use, including the composition, analytical methods, target animal species, minimum and maximum content, and other provisions.
The most important provisions for users include the renewed authorization of the additive, the updated taxonomic classification of the bacterial strain, and the specific conditions for its use as detailed in the annex. These conditions include storage, heat treatment, compliance with mycotoxin regulations, compatibility with certain coccidiostats, and safety measures for users to avoid skin and respiratory exposure. The transitional measures are also important, as they allow for the continued use of existing stocks produced under the previous regulations, provided they are used within the specified timeframes.
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/585 of 13 March 2026 concerning the denial of authorisation of ginseng extract from Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer as a feed additive for cats and dogs
This Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/585 concerns the denial of authorisation for ginseng extract from Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer as a feed additive for cats and dogs within the European Union. The regulation concludes that the additive does not meet the safety conditions for authorisation as a sensory additive (flavouring compound) for use in cat and dog food. Consequently, it mandates the withdrawal of the additive and related products from the market.
The regulation consists of three articles. Article 1 officially denies the authorisation of ginseng extract from Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer as a feed additive for cats and dogs. Article 2 outlines the timeline for the withdrawal of the additive, premixtures containing it, feed materials, and compound feed containing the additive from the market. Specifically, existing stocks of the additive and premixtures must be withdrawn by 5 July 2026, and feed materials and compound feed produced with the additive before 5 July 2026 must be withdrawn by 5 October 2026. Article 3 states that the regulation will come into force twenty days after its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.
The most important provision is Article 2, which sets the deadlines for the withdrawal of ginseng extract and related products from the market. Businesses that produce or sell feed for cats and dogs need to ensure that they comply with these deadlines to avoid legal repercussions.
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/591 of 12 March 2026 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 (EU) 2026/591 amends Annexes V and XIV to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/404. The regulation adjusts the lists of third countries, territories, or zones authorized for the entry into the Union of consignments of poultry, germinal products of poultry, and fresh meat of poultry and game birds. These changes specifically concern entries for Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
The regulation is structured into two articles and an annex. Article 1 states that Annexes V and XIV to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/404 are amended in accordance with the Annex to this regulation. Article 2 indicates that the regulation will enter into force on the day following its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union. The Annex provides detailed amendments to Annexes V and XIV of the original regulation, focusing on updating specific zones within Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States due to recent outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). These updates include replacing existing entries and adding new entries with specific dates and zones affected by the outbreaks.
The most important provisions for practical use involve the specific changes to the lists in Annexes V and XIV. These changes directly impact which zones in Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States are authorized to export poultry, germinal products, and fresh meat of poultry and game birds to the EU. The regulation suspends entry from newly affected zones and re-authorizes entry from zones where the HPAI situation has been resolved. Operators involved in the import and export of these products need to pay close attention to the updated lists to ensure compliance with EU animal health regulations.
