The Food Additives, Food Flavourings and Novel Foods (Authorisations) (Scotland) Regulations 2023

“(v)

E 960a and E 960c: Steviol glycosides

E-number	Name
E 960a	Steviol glycosides from Stevia
E 960c	Enzymatically produced steviol glycosides”.

“E 960a STEVIOL GLYCOSIDES FROM STEVIA”.

“E 960c REBAUDIOSIDE M PRODUCED VIA ENZYME MODIFICATION OF STEVIOL GLYCOSIDES FROM STEVIA

Synonyms
Definition	Rebaudioside M is a steviol glycoside composed predominantly of rebaudioside M with minor amounts of other steviol glycosides such as rebaudioside A, rebaudioside B, rebaudioside D, rebaudioside I, and stevioside. Rebaudioside M is obtained via enzymatic bioconversion of purified steviol glycoside leaf extracts (95% steviol glycosides) of the Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni plant using UDP-glucosyltransferase and sucrose synthase enzymes produced by the genetically modified yeasts K. phaffi (formerly known as Pichia pastoris) UGT-a and K. phaffi UGT-b that facilitate the transfer of glucose from sucrose and UDP-glucose to steviol glycosides via glycosidic bonds. After removal of the enzymes by solid-liquid separation and heat treatment, the purification involves concentration of the rebaudioside M by resin adsorption, followed by recrystallisation of rebaudioside M resulting in a final product containing not less than 95 % of rebaudioside M. Viable cells or the DNA of the yeasts K. phaffii UGT-a or K. phaffii UGT-b must not be detected in the food additive.
Chemical name	Rebaudioside M: 13-[(2-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl-3-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl-β-D-glucopyranosyl)oxy]kaur-16-en-18-oic acid, 2-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl-3-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl-β-D-glucopyranosyl ester
Molecular formula	Trivial name	Formula	Conversion factor
	Rebaudioside M	C56 H90 O33	0.25
Molecular weight and CAS No	Trivial name	CAS Number	Molecular weight (g/mol)
	Rebaudioside M	1220616-44-3	1291.29
Assay	Not less than 95% rebaudioside M on the dried basis
Description	White to light yellow powder, approximately between 200 and 350 times sweeter than sucrose (at 5% sucrose equivalency)
Identification
Solubility	Freely soluble to slightly soluble in water
pH	Between 4.5 and 7.0 (1 in 100 solution)
Purity
Total ash	Not more than 1%
Loss on drying	Not more than 6% (105°C, 2h)
Residual solvent	Not more than 5,000 mg/kg ethanol
Arsenic	Not more than 0.015 mg/kg
Lead	Not more than 0.2 mg/kg
Cadmium	Not more than 0.015 mg/kg
Mercury	Not more than 0.07 mg/kg
Residual protein	Not more than 5 mg/kg
Particle size	Not less than 74μm (using a mesh #200 sieve with a particle size limit of 74 μm)”.

“16.127

3-(1-((3,5-dimethylisoxazol-4-yl)methyl)-1H-pyrazol-4-yl)-1-(3-hydroxybenzyl)imidazolidine-2,4-dione

1119831-25-2

2161

At least 99 %, assay (HPLC/UV)

Restrictions of use as a flavouring substance: In category 1.4 – not more than 4 mg/kg In category 1.8 – not more than 8 mg/kg In category 3 – not more than 4 mg/kg In category 5.1 – not more than 15 mg/kg In category 5.2 – not more than 16 mg/kg In category 5.3 – not more than 30 mg/kg In category 5.4 – not more than 15 mg/kg In category 6.3 – not more than 25 mg/kg In category 12.1 – not more than 75 mg/kg In category 12.2 – not more than 100 mg/kg In category 12.3 – not more than 25 mg/kg In category 12.4 – not more than 25 mg/kg In category 12.5 – not more than 4 mg/kg In category 13.2 – not more than 4 mg/kg In category 13.3 – not more than 4 mg/kg In category 14.1.4, dairy-based drinks only – not more than 4 mg/l In category 14.1.5 – not more than 8 mg/kg In category 15.1 – not more than 20mg/kg In category 16, dairy-based desserts only – not more than 4mg/l

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“UV-treated baker’s yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae)	Specified food category	Maximum levels of Vitamin D₂	The designation of the novel food on the labelling of food containing it is “vitamin D yeast” or “vitamin D₂ yeast”.	The novel food must be inactivated for use in infant formula, follow-on formula, processed cereal-based food and food for special medical purposes.
	Yeast- leavened breads and rolls	5 µg/100 g
	Yeast-leavened fine bakery wares	5 µg/100 g
	Food supplements as defined in the Food Supplements (Scotland) Regulations 200312	In accordance with any relevant requirements contained in regulations applying in relation to Scotland and made under regulation 4 of the Nutrition (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 201913
	Pre-packed fresh or dry yeast for home baking	45 µg/100 g for fresh yeast 200 µg/100 g for dry yeast	The designation of the novel food on the labelling of food containing it is “vitamin D yeast” or “vitamin D₂ yeast”. The labelling of the novel food must bear a statement that the food is only intended for baking and it should not be eaten raw. The labelling of the novel food must bear instructions for use for the final consumer to ensure a maximum concentration of 5µg/100g of vitamin D₂ in the final home-baked product is not exceeded.
	Dishes, including ready-to-eat meals (excluding soups and salads)	3 µg/100 g	The designation of the novel food on the labelling of food containing it is “vitamin D yeast” or “vitamin D₂ yeast”.
	Soups and salads	5 µg/100 g
	Fried or extruded cereal, seed or root-based products	5 µg/100 g
	Infant formula and follow-on formula as defined in Regulation (EU) No. 609/201314	In accordance with Regulation (EU) No. 609/2013
	Processed cereal-based food as defined in Regulation (EU) No. 609/2013	In accordance with Regulation (EU) No. 609/2013
	Processed fruit products	1.5 µg/100 g
	Processed vegetables	2 µg/100 g
	Bread and similar products	5 µg/100 g
	Breakfast cereals	4 µg/100 g
	Pasta, doughs and similar products	5 µg/100 g
	Other cereal-based products	3 µg/100 g
	Spices, seasonings, condiments, sauce ingredients, dessert sauces/ toppings	10 µg/100 g
	Protein products	10 µg/100 g
	Cheese	2 µg/100 g
	Dairy desserts and similar products	2 µg/100 g
	Fermented milk or fermented cream	1.5 µg/100 g
	Dairy powders and concentrates	25 µg/100 g
	Milk-based products, whey and cream	0.5 µg/100 g
	Meat and dairy analogues	2.5 µg/100 g
	Total diet replacement for weight control as defined by Regulation (EU) No. 609/2013	5 µg/100 g
	Meal replacement for weight control	5 µg/100 g
	Food for special medical purposes as defined by Regulation (EU) No. 609/2013	In accordance with the particular nutritional requirements of the persons for whom the products are intended”

“UV-treated baker’s yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae)

Description/Definition Baker’s yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) is treated with ultraviolet light to induce the conversion of ergosterol to vitamin D₂ (ergocalciferol). Vitamin D₂ content in the yeast concentrate varies between 800,000 - 3,500,000 IU vitamin D/100g (200-875 μg/g). The yeast is inactivated for use in infant formula, follow-on formula, processed cereal-based food, and food for special medical purposes as defined by Regulation (EU) No. 609/2013. The yeast can be active or inactive for use in other foods. The yeast concentrate is blended with regular baker’s yeast in order not to exceed the maximum level in the pre-packed fresh or dry yeast for home baking. Tan-coloured, free-flowing granules. Vitamin D₂ Chemical name: (5Z,7E,22E)-(3S)-9,10-secoergosta-5,7,10(19),22-tetraen-3-ol Synonym: Ergocalciferol CAS No.: 50-14-6 Molecular weight: 396.65 g/mol Microbiological criteria for the yeast concentrate Coliforms: ≤ 103 CFU/g Escherichia coli: ≤ 10 CFU/g Salmonella spp: Absence in 25 g CFU: Colony Forming Units.”.

“Vitamin D₂ mushroom powder	Specified food category	Maximum levels of vitamin D₂	The designation of the novel food on the labelling of food containing it is “UV-treated mushroom powder containing vitamin D₂”. The labelling of food supplements, as defined by the Food Supplements (Scotland) Regulations 2003, containing vitamin D₂ mushroom powder must bear a statement that they should not be consumed by infants and children under 3 years of age.		Included in the list on 15 May 2023. This inclusion is based on proprietary scientific evidence and scientific data protected in accordance with Article 26 of Regulation (EU) 2015/2283. Applicant: MBio, Monaghan Mushrooms, Tullygony, Tyholland, Co. Monaghan, Ireland, H18 FW95. During the period of data protection, vitamin D₂ mushroom powder is authorised for placing on the market, within Scotland, only by MBio, Monaghan Mushrooms unless a subsequent applicant obtains authorisation for the novel food without reference to the proprietary scientific evidence or scientific data protected in accordance with Article 26 of Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 or with the agreement of MBio, Monaghan Mushrooms. The data protection will expire at the end of 14 May 2028.
	Breakfast cereals	2.1 µg/100 g
	Yeast leavened bread and similar pastries	2.1 µg/100 g
	Grain products and pasta and similar products	2.1 µg/100 g
	Fruit/vegetable juices and nectars	1.1 µg/100 ml (marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer)
	Dairy products and analogues other than beverages	2.1 µg/100 g (marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer)
	Dairy products and analogues as beverages	1.1 µg/100 ml (marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer)
	Milk and dairy powders	21.3 µg/100 g (marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer)
	Meat analogues	2.1 µg/100 g
	Soups	2.1 µg/100 ml (marketed as such or reconstituted as instructed by the manufacturer)
	Extruded vegetable snack	2.1 µg/100 g
	Meal replacement for weight control	2.1 µg/100 g
	Food for special medical purposes as defined in Regulation (EU) 609/2013 excluding those intended for infants	In accordance with the particular nutritional requirements of the persons for whom the products are intended
	Food supplements as defined in the Food Supplements (Scotland) Regulations 2003 excluding food supplements for infants and children under 3 years of age	15 µg of vitamin D₂/day”

“Vitamin D₂ mushroom powder

Description/Definition The novel food is mushroom powder produced from dried whole Agaricus bisporus mushrooms. The process includes drying, milling and the controlled exposure of the mushroom powder to ultraviolet light. Characteristics/Composition Vitamin D₂ content: 580-595 µg/g of mushroom powder Ash: ≤ 13.5% Water activity: < 0.5 Moisture content: ≤ 7.5% Carbohydrates: ≤ 35% Total dietary fibre: ≥ 15% Crude protein (N x 6.25): ≥ 22% Fat: ≤ 4.5% Heavy metals Lead: ≤ 0.5 mg/kg Cadmium: ≤ 0.5 mg/kg Mercury: ≤ 0.1 mg/kg Arsenic: ≤ 0.3 mg/kg Mycotoxins Aflatoxin B1: ≤ 0.1 µg/kg Aflatoxins (sum of B1 + B2 + G1 + G2): < 4 µg/kg Microbiological criteria Total plate count: ≤ 5000 CFU 14 Total yeast and mould count: ≤ 100 CFU/g Escherichia coli: < 10 CFU/g Salmonella spp.: Absence in 25 g Staphylococcus aureus: ≤ 10 CFU/g Coliforms: ≤ 10 CFU/g Listeria spp.: Absence in 25 g Enterobacteriaceae: < 10 CFU/g CFU: Colony Forming Units.”.