Novel Foods

In the fast-evolving world of food innovation, novel foods are at the forefront of shaping the future of global nutrition. From plant-based proteins and cultured meat to algae and insects, novel foods present unique opportunities—and significant regulatory challenges. At Nutra Compliance, we specialise in navigating the complex approval processes for novel foods, helping you bring groundbreaking products to market with confidence and compliance.

Your Expert Guide to Novel Foods Compliance

Developing and commercialising novel foods requires more than innovation—it demands a deep understanding of scientific evidence, regulatory requirements, and market-specific nuances. With decades of experience and a global network of regulatory experts, Nutra Compliance ensures your novel foods meet the highest safety and compliance standards, paving the way for successful market entry.

Our Services

Novel Food Status Determination

We help you determine whether your product falls under the novel food category by assessing its history of use, origin, and composition, ensuring alignment with EU and UK definitions such as those outlined in EU Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 and UK equivalent.

Dossier Preparation and Submissions

We prepare comprehensive dossiers that demonstrate the safety and quality of your novel food, and we can partner up with specialised CRO’s to address the toxicological studies required. Our team ensures submissions meet the stringent requirements of regulatory bodies such as the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), and UK’s Food Standards Agency (FSA).

Regulatory Strategy and Consultation

Navigating the regulatory landscape for novel foods can be overwhelming. We provide tailored strategies that account for your product’s unique characteristics, target markets, and timelines, ensuring a clear path to compliance.

Market Access and Post-Market Surveillance

With expertise spanning over 90 countries, we manage the entire regulatory process for global market entry. Post-market, we provide ongoing compliance support, monitoring regulatory changes and addressing emerging issues to safeguard your product’s success.

Why Choose Nutra Compliance?

  • Deep Regulatory Expertise: Our multidisciplinary team includes toxicologists and regulatory experts with extensive experience in novel foods.
  • Global Reach: We’ve successfully guided novel food products through approval processes in the EU.
  • Tailored Solutions: Every novel food is unique, and so is our approach. We design strategies that align with your product’s innovation and market goals.
  • Commitment to Innovation: We stay ahead of regulatory trends to help you bring cutting-edge products to market faster.

Driving Innovation Through Compliance

Novel foods are revolutionising the way we eat, offering sustainable, nutritious, and innovative solutions to global challenges. At Nutra Compliance, we combine technical expertise with regulatory insight to turn your innovative ideas into market-ready products. With our support, you can focus on pushing the boundaries of food innovation while we handle the complexities of compliance.

Take the First Step with Nutra Compliance

Partner with Nutra Compliance to navigate the regulatory pathways for novel foods. Contact us today to learn how we can help you bring safe, compliant, and innovative products to market, unlocking new opportunities in the global food landscape.