2024-12-02
We are seeking a consultant in the chemistry & environment area for Herax Food Solutions A.
Vi söker dig som vill arbeta som konsult med kemi- och miljöfrågor. Du kommer arbeta tillsammans en kollega med svenska och internationella kunder i frågor som rör miljökrav inom EU och Sverige, stötta våra kunder i att upprätthålla miljöledningssystem.
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2024-11-24
Get updated on upcoming labeling regulations
During Märkningsdagen (food labelling seminar) December 5, Anna Wedholm from Herax Food Solutions will inform about upcoming labeling legislation in the food sector.
2024-11-19
Are you interested in environmental communication about food?
Then come to Märkningsdagen (food labelling seminar) and listen to Katarina Ladenfors, Lawyer, Law firm MarLaw talk about new legislation in the area of environment and sustainability.
2024-11-12
Let us introduce one of the speakers at Märkningsdagen (food labelling seminar)
Maud Gustafsson Fahlbeck from the Swedish Food Agency will talk about the new EU Regulation on protected designations.
2024-11-08
Litsen to KRAV's view on new rules on sustainability labelling
Emma Rung is CEO of KRAV, the most well known sustainability label on food in Sweden. During Märkningsdagen this year, Emma will describe the current market situation, give a forecasting and KRAV´s view on the upcoming regulation on sustainability labels.
2024-11-06
Are you our next food safety systems expert?
We are growing and therefore looking for a new colleague who thinks auditing and management systems are the most exciting things there are.
2024-11-05
Food Facts will participate to Märkningsdagen (food labelling seminar day)
Alexandra Ferreira from Food Facts will give us a trend scout in digital food data, health and sustainability.
2024-10-29
Lower maximum levels of nitrites applicable from 9 October 2025
Given the re-evaluation of nitrites as food additives by EFSA, Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/2108 revised the maximum levels of nitrites, which is also consolidated in EU reg. 1333/2008.
2024-10-11
REACH update: European Union further restricts the use of silicones D5 and D6 in cosmetic products
According to the updated REACH restrictions, decamethylcyclopentasiloxane (D5) and dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane (D6) can be used in cosmetics under the following conditions.
2024-09-30
The Swedish Food Agency's proposal for updated dietary advice
Last week, Herax attended to the Swedish Food Agency´s presentation of the updated dietary advice, based on the Nordic nutritional recommendations (NNR) from 2023. The dietary advice is expected to be presented at the beginning of 2025.
2024-09-09
New consolidated regulation on protected designations
On the13th of May 2024, the new EU regulation on geographical indications entered into force (EU no. 2024/1143). At Märkningsdagen on December 5, the Swedish Food Agency will inform about the news in this regulation.
2024-08-30
It has been determined, smoke flavouring will be prohibited in the EU, starting July 2026 and 2029 respectively.
Do you remember our news from the end of May when we wrote that smoke flavourings probably will not be authorized for use in the future? On July 31, the EU Commission decided that the auhtorization of the 10 remaining smoke flavors would not be renewed.
2024-08-27
Märkningsdagen 2024 (food labeling seminar)
It is now possible to sign up for Märkningsdagen 2024, a seminar day about food labeling. Don't miss this year's opportunity to stay up-to-date on news, upcoming regulations and practices in the food sector.
2024-08-21
Upcoming trainings in food labeling
The summer holiday season is over for most of us, but there are other things to look forward to. Like our labeling courses! It is still possible to sign up.
2024-05-29
Did you know that smoke flavourings will probably be prohibited in the future?
The Commission is expected to propose not to renew the approval of the 10 smoke flavours, listed on the EU list of approved smoke flavourings in Regulation (EU) 1321/2013. Smoke flavourings are ingredients added to food to provide a smoky flavour.
2024-05-20
Registration is now open for the fall's labeling training courses
Welcome to sign up for our labeling training courses; basic education, nutrition and health claims or labeling of alcoholic beverages.
2024-05-13
We are exhibiting at the Food Production & FoodTech on May 29-30, 2024, at Kistamässan in Stockholm
We are exhibiting at the Food Production & FoodTech on May 29-30, 2024, at Kistamässan in Stockholm.
2024-04-29
Deep dive into Anna at Herax
Anna is a food agronomist with a PhD in dairy science. Anna also has extensive experience from governmental work at the National Food Agency where she advised on matters related to the implementation of food legislation.
2024-04-25
European Union instead of European Community in the identification mark
In the identification mark on food of animal origin, the abbreviation of the European Community must be changed to the abbreviation of the European Union. But the transition period is long.
2024-04-23
Deep dive into Stine at Herax
Stine holds a bachelor’s degree in nutrition and health and a master’s degree in gastronomy and health. She has many years’ experiences in food labelling.
2024-04-18
Deep dive into Anneli at Herax
Anneli is a nutritionist, specialising in food safety. Focus area is labeling & regulations within food and feed.
2024-03-25
Deep dive into Mårten at Herax
Mårten is a chemical engineer with a master's degree in macromolecular materials and has previously worked as a development chemist in the paint industry.
2024-03-18
Deep dive into Valeria at Herax
Valeria is a nutritionist who has knowledge about nutrition from a molecular level to a public health perspective.
2024-03-12
Indication of origin for dried fruits and nuts
As of January 1, 2025, it will be mandatory with an origin indication for a variety of dried fruits, berries and certain nuts (even without shells).
2024-02-19
Legal monitoring of food legislation
Our legal monitoring service helps you stay up to date on what is new in the food legislation area. With our experts, you can feel safe getting the latest updates regarding legal requirements and standards that affect your business.
2024-02-15
Deep dive into Matilda at Herax
Matilda is educated in textiles and environmental science. She has experience in CLP, REACH, and the Detergents Regulation.
2024-02-06
New additive approved for use in food supplements
A new additive, E 345 (i), has been approved for use in food supplements in a solid form.
2024-01-19
Control Campaign on Health Claims of Food Supplements
From March to June 2024, the Danish Food Administration is conducting a control campaign on health claims of dietary supplements.
2023-12-14
EU Proposes Changes to Breakfast Directives
De så kallade frukostdirektiven innehåller bland annat bestämmelser om vad som får kallas sylt, marmelad, gelé, fruktjuice, nektar, honung och mjölkpulver. Det finns totalt sju frukostdirektiv och EU-kommissionen har föreslagit ändringar i fyra av dem.
2023-10-09
Additive stearyl tartrate (E 483) is being removed from the additives list
"EU Commission removes stearyl tartrate (E 483) from the additives list following EFSA's safety assessment; effective from April 23, 2024.