Applications Helpdesk - EFSA's front office and support desk for regulated products

Many products used in the food chain such as additives, active substances used in pesticides, plastics used food packaging, or even health claims made on food products, are scientifically assessed for safety by EFSA before they are authorised by the EU for use in Europe. The head of EFSA's Applications Helpdesk explains EFSA's role in this process and the different regulatory frameworks behind these authorisations.