In the course of the EU Greendeal, maximum levels for perfluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS) in certain foods, are to be newly included in Regulation (EC) 1881/2006.

New Regulation (EU) 2021/2142 amending Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as regards maximum levels of opium alkaloids in certain foodstuffs.

ABF Pharmaceutical Services has now received the confirmation for the extension of its GMP-certificate from the Austrian health authority (BASG = Bundesamt für Sicherheit und Gesundheitswesen). This means that also our new services, storage at -150 °C of MCBs (Master Cell Banks)/WCBs (Working Cell Banks) and APIs (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient) have been officially approved. We are very happy about this good news which underlies ABF’s strive for quality and guarantees GMP-compliance operations for our customers.

As soon as the Christmas markets are open, they are not far away: Almonds. Especially in the run-up to Christmas, roasted almonds become a favorite snack for Germans. Even without the caramelized coating, the little nuts are true powerhouses.