[:uk]Review of the EU legislation for 30/09/2024 – 07/10/2024[:]

[:uk]Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2656
Adopted on 4 October 2024, this regulation revises Annex I of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/594, establishing special control measures for African swine fever (ASF). It introduces a new classification of restricted zones categorized as I, II, and III based on the epidemiological status of ASF across various Member States. Restricted Zone I indicates areas with sporadic ASF cases, requiring heightened surveillance, while Restricted Zone II encompasses regions with confirmed ASF occurrences in domestic pigs or significant incidences in wild boar, necessitating stricter controls. Restricted Zone III includes areas with persistent ASF presence, mandating the highest level of control measures. The regulation aims to enhance ASF control through clearly defined zones, facilitating coordinated response efforts across Member States.
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2598
This regulation, adopted on 4 October 2024, establishes a list of third countries or regions authorized to export certain animals and animal products into the EU. It aligns with the prohibition of specific antimicrobial medicinal products under EU law and sets forth criteria for authorization to ensure compliance with EU standards regarding antimicrobial agents. The regulation provides a detailed annex listing authorized countries and outlines specific processing conditions for regions handling products exclusively from authorized sources. The regulation will apply from 3 September 2026, allowing third countries time to meet the established requirements.
Commission Regulation (EU) 2024/2597
Adopted on 4 October 2024, this regulation amends existing legislation on food additives, specifically sorbic acid (E 200), potassium sorbate (E 202), and propyl gallate (E 310). It updates Annex II of Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008, allowing extended use of sorbic acid and potassium sorbate in a broader range of desserts, while revising their purity criteria. The regulation tightens limits for contaminants like arsenic and lead and specifies manufacturing processes for propyl gallate. Transitional provisions allow existing stocks to be used until depleted, with full implementation set for 27 April 2025.
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2615
Adopted on 30 September 2024, this regulation approves a non-minor amendment to the product specification of the protected designation of origin (PDO) “Garda.” The amendment, which significantly affects the product’s characteristics and production process, follows the legal protocols governing geographical indications in the EU. The regulation will take effect 20 days after publication, ensuring uniform recognition of the amended specifications across all Member States.
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2614
Also adopted on 30 September 2024, this regulation records “Lorraine” as a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) in the Union register. This registration guarantees that products labeled as “Lorraine” adhere to specific standards associated with the Lorraine region. The regulation will come into force on the twentieth day after publication, providing legal protection against misuse throughout the EU. The absence of opposition during the registration process enables immediate recognition of “Lorraine” as a PGI.[:]