Food Ingredients Committee (FIG)

The Food Ingredients (FIG) Committee covers issues relating to functional food ingredients and food improvement agents which affect, or have the potential to affect, the interests of UK food and drink manufacturers. It monitots the risk analysis procedures in the UK (as well as at EU and Codex level) in relation to the use of food additives, flavourings, enzymes and processing aids.

Next FIG meeting dates: 15 May 2025 & 16 October 2025

FIG Documents        FIG Overview & Issues Matrix 2025

This committee is open to all FDF member companies to follow (click 'Watch committee' below to receive email alerts) and/or participate in its meetings (click 'Request to join' below).

Committee purpose:

  • Monitors regulatory and scientific developments relating to food additives, flavourings, enzymes and processing aids.
  • Works with UK authorities and relevant stakeholders, including FoodDrinkEurope, to influence developments in national, EU and international policy on food additives.
  • Supports members in anticipating and implementing legislation on food ingredients

FDF Food Safety and Authenticity Report (members only) - Mar 2025

 

 

 

 

Why join?

  • Updates on relevant policy and legislation that could impact your business.
  • Platform to learn from others and share experiences from each other.
  • Contribute to consultations relevant to your business.

FDF Regulatory Toolkit (including Divergence Trackers)