BEUC's Response to the European Commission's public consultation: Food and feed safety - simplification omnibus

Food standards ensure that consumer access food and feeds that are safe. They cover a wide variety of issues ranging from additives to animal welfare considerations. Not only do they protect consumers, helping them making safe and informed choices, but they also provide trust in the EU food systems. 

The European Commission’s plans to reduce corporate bureaucracy and reporting standards must maintain the same consumer protection levels, ensuring EU food laws still delivers for the world’s safest market.