Novel Foods and Edible Insects in the European Union: An Interdisciplinary Analysis

This open-access book explores the regulation of Novel Foods in the European Union, focusing on food safety, sustainability, and the potential impact of insects for human consumption. It provides an in-depth analysis of the current EU legislative framework, risk assessment evaluations, consumer perceptions, and the future market of insect-based products. The book is a valuable resource for students, academics, institutions, and public authorities, aiming to promote an informed debate and find innovative solutions to feed the world of tomorrow.

Format: Hardback
Length: 169 pages
Publication date: 20 September 2022
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This open-access book delves into a comprehensive examination of various aspects related to the regulation of Novel Foods in the European Union. Through an interdisciplinary approach, it offers a thorough understanding of this complex topic, encompassing the current EU legislative framework, its innovative aspects, unresolved challenges, and limitations. Special emphasis is placed on food safety concerns and the potential implications of Novel Foods on sustainability and food security. Additionally, the book focuses on a specific category of Novel Foods: insects for human consumption. These products have gained significant traction in recent years, following the first EU Commission authorization of dried yellow mealworm (Tenebrio molitor) in 2021.

The book contributes to the ongoing public discourse surrounding this long-awaited authorization by exploring the legal complexities arising from the application of the Novel Foods Regulation to these unique and novel foods. It also examines the risk assessment evaluations conducted by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and assesses consumers' perceptions and potential future market prospects for insect-based products in the EU. By providing such an extensive analysis, encompassing recent developments and future prospects, the book serves as a valuable resource for students, academics, institutions, and public authorities alike. It aids in their understanding of the diverse challenges associated with Novel Foods and edible insects. Furthermore, the book aims to foster an informed debate to identify innovative solutions to pressing concerns about feeding the world of tomorrow.

Weight: 448g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031134937
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022