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Every health claim you are allowed to make

The 256 nutrition and health claims currently authorised in the EU under Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006, in one searchable list: the exact wording, what the claim has to relate to, and the conditions a product must meet before it may carry it. This is the line between what a study showed and what your label can say.

Use this list to find your way, not to sign anything off. It was compiled in September 2026 from EUR-Lex and the individual authorising Regulations, and it is reproduced here as an aid to reading. The authoritative text is the EU Register of nutrition and health claims and the Regulations cited under each entry. Two limits of this copy are worth knowing before you rely on it:

  • For 24 of the 256 entries — claims added to the Annex between 2013 and 2021 — the “health relationship” line is a paraphrase of the claim written in the register's style, not the register's own wording. The source file does not mark which 24, so neither can we.
  • The claim wording and the conditions of use are reproduced as supplied. Before a claim goes on a label, check it word for word against the Regulation named under the entry.
  • Completeness has not been verified. This is a snapshot of one compilation, not a live mirror of the register. If a claim you expect to find is not here, that is a reason to check the register — not a finding that the claim does not exist.

256 claims

  1. General function · Art. 13

    Activated charcoal

    “Activated charcoal contributes to reducing excessive flatulence after eating”

    Health relationship reduction of excessive intestinal gas accumulation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which contains 1 g of activated charcoal per quantified portion. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with 1 g which should be taken at least 30 minutes before and 1 g shortly after the meal.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  2. General function · Art. 13

    Alpha-cyclodextrin

    “Consumption of alpha-cyclodextrin as part of a starch-containing meal contributes to the reduction of the blood glucose rise after that meal”

    Health relationship Reduction of post-prandial glycaemic responses

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used for food which contains at least 5 g of alpha-cyclodextrin per 50 g of starch in a quantified portion as part of the meal. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained by consuming the alpha-cyclodextrin as part of the meal.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  3. General function · Art. 13

    Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA)

    “ALA contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal blood cholesterol concentrations

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of ALA as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. Information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 2 g of ALA.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  4. Children's development · Art. 14(1)(b)

    Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) and linoleic acid (LA)

    “Essential fatty acids are needed for normal growth and development of children.”

    Health relationship Normal growth and development of children

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    Information to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 2 g of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) and a daily intake of 10 g of linoleic acid (LA).

    Commission Regulation (EC) No 983/2009, amended by (EC) No 376/2010

  5. General function · Art. 13

    Arabinoxylan produced from wheat endosperm

    “Consumption of arabinoxylan as part of a meal contributes to a reduction of the blood glucose rise after that meal”

    Health relationship reduction of post- prandial glycaemic responses

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which contains at least 8 g of arabinoxylan (AX)-rich fibre produced from wheat endosperm (at least 60 % AX by weight) per 100 g of available carbohydrates in a quantified portion as part of the meal. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained by consuming the arabinoxylan (AX)-rich fibre produced from wheat endosperm as part of the meal.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  6. General function · Art. 13

    Barley grain fibre

    “Barley grain fibre contributes to an increase in faecal bulk”

    Health relationship increase in faecal bulk

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is high in that fibre as referred to in the claim HIGH FIBRE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  7. General function · Art. 13

    Beta-glucans

    “Beta-glucans contribute to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal blood cholesterol concentrations

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which contains at least 1 g of beta-glucans from oats, oat bran, barley, barley bran, or from mixtures of these sources per quantified portion. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of beta-glucans from oats, oat bran, barley, barley bran, or from mixtures of these beta-glucans.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  8. General function · Art. 13

    Beta-glucans from oats and barley

    “Consumption of beta-glucans from oats or barley as part of a meal contributes to the reduction of the blood glucose rise after that meal”

    Health relationship reduction of post- prandial glycaemic responses

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which contains at least 4 g of beta-glucans from oats or barley for each 30 g of available carbohydrates in a quantified portion as part of the meal. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained by consuming the beta-glucans from oats or barley as part of the meal.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  9. General function · Art. 13

    Betaine

    “Betaine contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism”

    Health relationship contribution to normal homocysteine metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which contains at least 500 mg of betaine per quantified portion. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 1,5 g of betaine. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that a daily intake in excess of 4 g may significantly increase blood cholesterol levels.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  10. General function · Art. 13

    Biotin

    “Biotin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism”

    Health relationship energy-yielding metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  11. General function · Art. 13

    Biotin

    “Biotin contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system”

    Health relationship function of the nervous system

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  12. General function · Art. 13

    Biotin

    “Biotin contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism”

    Health relationship contribution to normal macronutrient metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  13. General function · Art. 13

    Biotin

    “Biotin contributes to normal psychological function”

    Health relationship contribution to normal psychological functions

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  14. General function · Art. 13

    Biotin

    “Biotin contributes to the maintenance of normal hair”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal hair

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  15. General function · Art. 13

    Biotin

    “Biotin contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal skin and mucous membranes

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  16. General function · Art. 13

    Biotin

    “Biotin contributes to the maintenance of normal skin”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal skin and mucous membranes

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  17. General function · Art. 13

    Calcium

    “Calcium contributes to normal blood clotting”

    Health relationship blood coagulation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  18. General function · Art. 13

    Calcium

    “Calcium contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism”

    Health relationship energy-yielding metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  19. General function · Art. 13

    Calcium

    “Calcium contributes to normal muscle function”

    Health relationship muscle function and neurotransmission

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  20. General function · Art. 13

    Calcium

    “Calcium contributes to normal neurotransmission”

    Health relationship muscle function and neurotransmission

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  21. General function · Art. 13

    Calcium

    “Calcium contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes”

    Health relationship function of digestive enzymes

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  22. General function · Art. 13

    Calcium

    “Calcium has a role in the process of cell division and specialisation”

    Health relationship regulation of cell division and differentiation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  23. General function · Art. 13

    Calcium

    “Calcium is needed for the maintenance of normal bones”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal bones and teeth

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  24. General function · Art. 13

    Calcium

    “Calcium is needed for the maintenance of normal teeth”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal bones and teeth

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  25. Children's development · Art. 14(1)(b)

    Calcium and vitamin D

    “Calcium and vitamin D are needed for normal growth and development of bone in children.”

    Health relationship Normal growth and development of bone in children

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim can be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium and vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Commission Regulation (EC) No 983/2009

  26. General function · Art. 13

    Carbohydrate solutions

    “Carbohydrate solutions contribute to the improvement of physical performance during a high-intensity and long-lasting physical exercise in trained adults.”

    Health relationship Improvement of physical performance during exercise

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for carbohydrate solutions which, according to the instructions of use, provide between 30 g and 90 g of carbohydrates/hour, where the carbohydrates in question are glucose, sucrose, fructose and/or maltodextrins, under the following conditions: a) Fructose (from fructose and/or sucrose) should not represent more than 1/3 of total carbohydrates, and b) Glucose (from glucose, sucrose and/or maltodextrins) should not exceed 60 g/h. Information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained only by trained adults performing high-intensity (at least at 65 % of the VO2max) and long-lasting (at least 60 min) physical exercise. The claim may be used only for foods intended for trained adults performing high-intensity and long-lasting physical exercise.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  27. General function · Art. 13

    Carbohydrate-electrolyte solutions

    “Carbohydrate-electrolyte solutions contribute to the maintenance of endurance performance during prolonged endurance exercise”

    Health relationship maintenance of endurance performance

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    In order to bear the claim carbohydrate-electrolyte solutions should contain 80-350 kcal/L from carbohydrates, and at least 75 % of the energy should be derived from carbohydrates which induce a high glycaemic response, such as glucose, glucose polymers and sucrose. In addition, these beverages should contain between 20 mmol/L (460 mg/L) and 50 mmol/L (1,150 mg/L) of sodium, and have an osmolality between 200-330 mOsm/kg water.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  28. General function · Art. 13

    Carbohydrate-electrolyte solutions

    “Carbohydrate-electrolyte solutions enhance the absorption of water during physical exercise”

    Health relationship enhancement of water absorption during exercise

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    In order to bear the claim carbohydrate-electrolyte solutions should contain 80-350 kcal/L from carbohydrates, and at least 75 % of the energy should be derived from carbohydrates which induce a high glycaemic response, such as glucose, glucose polymers and sucrose. In addition, these beverages should contain between 20 mmol/L (460 mg/L) and 50 mmol/L (1,150 mg/L) of sodium, and have an osmolality between 200-330 mOsm/kg water.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  29. General function · Art. 13

    Carbohydrates

    “Carbohydrates contribute to the maintenance of normal brain function”

    Health relationship Maintenance of normal brain function

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 130 g of carbohydrates from all sources. The claim may be used for food which contains at least 20 g carbohydrates which are metabolised by humans, excluding polyols, per quantified portion and complies with the nutrition claim LOW SUGARS or WITH NO ADDED SUGARS as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. The claim shall not be used on food which is 100 % sugars.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  30. General function · Art. 13

    Carbohydrates

    “Carbohydrates contribute to the recovery of normal muscle function (contraction) after highly intensive and/or long-lasting physical exercise leading to muscle fatigue and the depletion of glycogen stores in skeletal muscle”

    Health relationship Recovery of normal muscle function after exercise

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which provides carbohydrates which are metabolised by humans (excluding polyols). Information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with the consumption of carbohydrates, from all sources, at a total intake of 4 g per kg body weight, at doses, within the first 4 hours and no later than 6 hours, following highly intensive and/or long-lasting physical exercise leading to muscle fatigue and the depletion of glycogen stores in skeletal muscle. The claim may be used only for foods intended for adults who have performed highly intensive and/or long-lasting physical exercise leading to muscle fatigue and the depletion of glycogen stores in skeletal muscle.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  31. Disease risk reduction · Art. 14(1)(a)

    Chewing gum sweetened with 100% xylitol

    “Chewing gum sweetened with 100% xylitol has been shown to reduce dental plaque. High content/level of dental plaque is a risk factor in the development of caries in children.”

    Health relationship Reduction of the risk of dental caries in children

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    Information to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a consumption of 2-3 g of chewing gum sweetened with 100% xylitol at least 3 times per day after meals.

    Commission Regulation (EC) No 1024/2009

  32. General function · Art. 13

    Chitosan

    “Chitosan contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal blood LDL-cholesterol concentrations

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 3 g of chitosan. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of chitosan.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  33. General function · Art. 13

    Chloride

    “Chloride contributes to normal digestion by production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach”

    Health relationship contribution to normal digestion by production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of chloride as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. The claim cannot be used on chloride from the source sodium chloride

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  34. General function · Art. 13

    Choline

    “Choline contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism”

    Health relationship Contribution to normal homocysteine metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which contains at least 82,5 mg of choline per 100 g or 100 ml or per single portion of food.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  35. General function · Art. 13

    Choline

    “Choline contributes to normal lipid metabolism”

    Health relationship Contribution to normal lipid metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which contains at least 82,5 mg of choline per 100 g or 100 ml or per single portion of food.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  36. General function · Art. 13

    Choline

    “Choline contributes to the maintenance of normal liver function”

    Health relationship Maintenance of normal liver function

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which contains at least 82,5 mg of choline per 100 g or 100 ml or per single portion of food.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  37. General function · Art. 13

    Chromium

    “Chromium contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism”

    Health relationship contribution to normal macronutrient metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of trivalent chromium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  38. General function · Art. 13

    Chromium

    “Chromium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood glucose levels”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal blood glucose concentrations

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of trivalent chromium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  39. General function · Art. 13

    Cocoa flavanols

    “Cocoa flavanols help maintain the elasticity of blood vessels, which contributes to normal blood flow”

    Health relationship Endothelium-dependent vasodilation / maintenance of normal blood flow

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    Information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 200 mg of cocoa flavanols. The claim can be used only for cocoa beverages (with cocoa powder) or for dark chocolate which provide at least a daily intake of 200 mg of cocoa flavanols with a degree of polymerisation 1-10 . The claim can be used only for capsules or tablets containing high-flavanol cocoa extract which provide at least a daily intake of 200 mg of cocoa flavanols with a degree of polymerisation 1-10 . —

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  40. General function · Art. 13

    Copper

    “Copper contributes to maintenance of normal connective tissues”

    Health relationship maintenance of connective tissues

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  41. General function · Art. 13

    Copper

    “Copper contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism”

    Health relationship Contribution to normal energy-yielding metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  42. General function · Art. 13

    Copper

    “Copper contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system”

    Health relationship Maintenance of the normal function of the nervous system

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  43. General function · Art. 13

    Copper

    “Copper contributes to normal hair pigmentation”

    Health relationship maintenance of skin and hair pigmentation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  44. General function · Art. 13

    Copper

    “Copper contributes to normal iron transport in the body”

    Health relationship iron transport

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  45. General function · Art. 13

    Copper

    “Copper contributes to normal skin pigmentation”

    Health relationship maintenance of skin and hair pigmentation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  46. General function · Art. 13

    Copper

    “Copper contributes to the normal function of the immune system”

    Health relationship Maintenance of the normal function of the immune system

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  47. General function · Art. 13

    Copper

    “Copper contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress”

    Health relationship protection of DNA, proteins and lipids from oxidative damage

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  48. General function · Art. 13

    Creatine

    “Creatine increases physical performance in successive bursts of short-term, high intensity exercise”

    Health relationship increase in physical performance during short-term, high intensity, repeated exercise bouts

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 3 g of creatine. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of creatine. The claim may be used only for foods targeting adults performing high intensity exercise

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  49. General function · Art. 13

    Creatine

    “Daily creatine consumption can enhance the effect of resistance training on muscle strength in adults over the age of 55.”

    Health relationship Increase in muscle strength (with resistance training, adults over 55)

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    Information shall be provided to the consumer that: — the claim is targeting adults over the age of 55, who are engaged in regular resistance training, — the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of creatine in conjunction with resistance training, which allows an increase in the workload over time and which should be performed at least three times per week for several weeks, at an intensity of at least 65 %-75 % of one repetition maximum load . The claim may be used only for foods targeting adults over the age of 55, who are engaged in regular resistance training.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  50. General function · Art. 13

    Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)

    “DHA contributes to maintenance of normal brain function”

    Health relationship Maintenance of normal brain function

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which contains at least 40 mg of DHA per 100 g and per 100 kcal. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 250 mg of DHA.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  51. General function · Art. 13

    Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)

    “DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal vision”

    Health relationship Maintenance of normal vision

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which contains at least 40 mg of DHA per 100 g and per 100 kcal. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 250 mg of DHA.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  52. General function · Art. 13

    Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)

    “DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal blood triglyceride levels”

    Health relationship Maintenance of normal blood triglyceride concentrations

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 2 g of DHA and which contains DHA in combination with eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 2 g of DHA. When the claim is used on food supplements and/or fortified foods information shall also be given to consumers not to exceed a supplemental daily intake of 5 g of EPA and DHA combined. The claim shall not be used for foods targeting children.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  53. Children's development · Art. 14(1)(b)

    Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)

    “DHA maternal intake contributes to the normal brain development of the foetus and breastfed infants.”

    Health relationship Normal brain development of the foetus and breastfed infants

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    Information shall be given to pregnant and lactating women that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 200 mg of DHA in addition to the recommended daily intake for omega-3 fatty acids for adults (250 mg DHA and EPA). The claim can be used only for food which provides a daily intake of at least 200 mg DHA.

    Commission Regulation (EU) No 440/2011

  54. Children's development · Art. 14(1)(b)

    Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)

    “DHA intake contributes to the normal visual development of infants up to 12 months of age.”

    Health relationship Normal visual development of infants

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    Information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 100 mg of DHA. When the claim is used on follow-on formula, the food shall contain at least 0,3 % of the total fatty acids as DHA.

    Commission Regulation (EU) No 440/2011

  55. Children's development · Art. 14(1)(b)

    Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)

    “DHA maternal intake contributes to the normal development of the eye of the foetus and breastfed infants.”

    Health relationship Normal eye development of the foetus and breastfed infants

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    Information shall be given to pregnant and lactating women that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 200 mg of DHA in addition to the recommended daily intake for omega-3 fatty acids for adults (250 mg DHA and EPA). The claim can be used only for food which provides a daily intake of at least 200 mg DHA.

    Commission Regulation (EU) No 440/2011

  56. General function · Art. 13

    Docosahexaenoic acid and Eicosapentaenoic acid (DHA/EPA)

    “DHA and EPA contribute to the maintenance of normal blood pressure”

    Health relationship Maintenance of normal blood pressure

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 3 g of EPA and DHA. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of EPA and DHA. When the claim is used on food supplements and/or fortified foods information shall also be given to consumers not to exceed a supplemental daily intake of 5 g of EPA and DHA combined. The claim shall not be used for foods targeting children.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  57. General function · Art. 13

    Docosahexaenoic acid and Eicosapentaenoic acid (DHA/EPA)

    “DHA and EPA contribute to the maintenance of normal blood triglyceride levels”

    Health relationship Maintenance of normal blood triglyceride concentrations

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 2 g of EPA and DHA. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 2 g of EPA and DHA. When the claim is used on food supplements and/or fortified foods information shall also be given to consumers not to exceed a supplemental daily intake of 5 g of EPA and DHA combined. The claim shall not be used for foods targeting children.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  58. General function · Art. 13

    Dried plums of ‘prune’ cultivars ( Prunus domestica L.)

    “Dried plums/prunes contribute to normal bowel function”

    Health relationship Maintenance of normal bowel function

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 100 g of dried plums (prunes). In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 100 g of dried plums (prunes).

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  59. General function · Art. 13

    Eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid (EPA/DHA)

    “EPA and DHA contribute to the normal function of the heart”

    Health relationship Maintenance of normal cardiac function

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of EPA and DHA as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 250 mg of EPA and DHA.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  60. General function · Art. 13

    Fluoride

    “Fluoride contributes to the maintenance of tooth mineralisation”

    Health relationship maintenance of tooth mineralisation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of fluoride as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  61. General function · Art. 13

    Folate

    “Folate contributes to maternal tissue growth during pregnancy”

    Health relationship maternal tissue growth during pregnancy

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  62. General function · Art. 13

    Folate

    “Folate contributes to normal amino acid synthesis”

    Health relationship contribution to normal amino acid synthesis

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  63. General function · Art. 13

    Folate

    “Folate contributes to normal blood formation”

    Health relationship blood formation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  64. General function · Art. 13

    Folate

    “Folate contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism”

    Health relationship homocysteine metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  65. General function · Art. 13

    Folate

    “Folate contributes to normal psychological function”

    Health relationship contribution to normal psychological functions

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  66. General function · Art. 13

    Folate

    “Folate contributes to the normal function of the immune system”

    Health relationship function of the immune system

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  67. General function · Art. 13

    Folate

    “Folate contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue”

    Health relationship reduction of tiredness and fatigue

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  68. General function · Art. 13

    Folate

    “Folate has a role in the process of cell division”

    Health relationship cell division

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  69. Disease risk reduction · Art. 14(1)(a)

    Folic acid

    “Supplemental folic acid intake increases maternal folate status. Low maternal folate status is a risk factor in the development of neural tube defects in the developing foetus.”

    Health relationship Reduction of the risk of neural tube defects

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food supplements containing at least 400 μg of folic acid per daily portion. Information shall be given that the target population is women of childbearing age and that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 400 μg of folic acid, for at least one month before and up to three months after conception.

    Commission Regulation (EU) No 1135/2014

  70. General function · Art. 13

    Foods with a low or reduced content of saturated fatty acids

    “Reducing consumption of saturated fat contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal blood LDL-cholesterol concentrations

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least low in saturated fatty acids, as referred to in the claim LOW SATURATED FAT or reduced in saturated fatty acids as referred to in the claim REDUCED [NAME OF NUTRIENT] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  71. General function · Art. 13

    Foods with a low or reduced content of sodium

    “Reducing consumption of sodium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal blood pressure

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least low in sodium/salt as referred to in the claim LOW SODIUM/SALT or reduced in sodium/salt as referred to in the claim REDUCED [NAME OF NUTRIENT] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  72. General function · Art. 13

    Fructose

    “Consumption of foods containing fructose leads to a lower blood glucose rise compared to foods containing sucrose or glucose”

    Health relationship Reduction of post-prandial glycaemic responses

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    In order to bear the claim, glucose and/or sucrose should be replaced by fructose in sugar-sweetened foods or drinks so that the reduction in content of glucose and/or sucrose, in these foods or drinks, is at least 30 %.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  73. General function · Art. 13

    Glucomannan (konjac mannan)

    “Glucomannan contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal blood cholesterol concentrations

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 4 g of glucomannan. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 4 g of glucomannan. Warning of choking to be given for people with swallowing difficulties or when ingesting with inadequate fluid intake — advice on taking with plenty of water to ensure substance reaches stomach.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  74. General function · Art. 13

    Glucomannan (konjac mannan)

    “Glucomannan in the context of an energy restricted diet contributes to weight loss”

    Health relationship reduction of body weight

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which contains 1 g of glucomannan per quantified portion. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of glucomannan in three doses of 1 g each, together with 1-2 glasses of water, before meals and in the context of an energy-restricted diet. Warning of choking to be given for people with swallowing difficulties or when ingesting with inadequate fluid intake — advice on taking with plenty of water to ensure substance reaches stomach.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  75. General function · Art. 13

    Green kiwifruit ( Actinidia deliciosa ‘Hayward’)

    “Consumption of green kiwifruit contributes to normal bowel function by increasing stool frequency”

    Health relationship Maintenance of normal bowel function

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for: (i) fresh green kiwifruits sold as such, or (ii) fresh green kiwifruits which have only been peeled and/or cut providing a minimum of 200 g of kiwi flesh. Information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 200 g of fresh green kiwi flesh.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  76. General function · Art. 13

    Guar Gum

    “Guar gum contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels”

    Health relationship Maintenance of normal blood cholesterol concentrations

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 10 g of guar gum. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 10 g of guar gum. Warning of choking to be given for people with swallowing difficulties or when ingesting with inadequate fluid intake — advice on taking with plenty of water to ensure substance reaches stomach.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  77. General function · Art. 13

    Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC)

    “Consumption of Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose with a meal contributes to a reduction in the blood glucose rise after that meal”

    Health relationship reduction of post- prandial glycaemic responses

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which contains 4 g of HPMC per quantified portion as part of the meal. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained by consuming 4 g of HPMC as part of the meal. Warning of choking to be given for people with swallowing difficulties or when ingesting with inadequate fluid intake — advice on taking with plenty of water to ensure substance reaches stomach.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  78. General function · Art. 13

    Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC)

    “Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal blood cholesterol concentrations

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 5 g of HPMC. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 5 g of HPMC. Warning of choking to be given for people with swallowing difficulties or when ingesting with inadequate fluid intake — advice on taking with plenty of water to ensure substance reaches stomach.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  79. General function · Art. 13

    Iodine

    “Iodine contributes to normal cognitive function”

    Health relationship contribution to normal cognitive and neurological function

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iodine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  80. General function · Art. 13

    Iodine

    “Iodine contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism”

    Health relationship contribution to normal energy-yielding metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iodine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  81. General function · Art. 13

    Iodine

    “Iodine contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system”

    Health relationship contribution to normal cognitive and neurological function

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iodine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  82. General function · Art. 13

    Iodine

    “Iodine contributes to the maintenance of normal skin”

    Health relationship maintenance of skin

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iodine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  83. General function · Art. 13

    Iodine

    “Iodine contributes to the normal production of thyroid hormones and normal thyroid function”

    Health relationship contribution to normal thyroid function and production of thyroid hormones

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iodine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  84. General function · Art. 13

    Iron

    “Iron contributes to normal cognitive function”

    Health relationship cognitive function

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iron as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  85. General function · Art. 13

    Iron

    “Iron contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism”

    Health relationship contribution to normal energy-yielding metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iron as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  86. General function · Art. 13

    Iron

    “Iron contributes to normal formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin”

    Health relationship formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iron as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  87. General function · Art. 13

    Iron

    “Iron contributes to normal oxygen transport in the body”

    Health relationship oxygen transport

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iron as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  88. General function · Art. 13

    Iron

    “Iron contributes to the normal function of the immune system”

    Health relationship function of the immune system

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iron as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  89. General function · Art. 13

    Iron

    “Iron contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue”

    Health relationship reduction of tiredness and fatigue

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iron as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  90. General function · Art. 13

    Iron

    “Iron has a role in the process of cell division”

    Health relationship cell division

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iron as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  91. Children's development · Art. 14(1)(b)

    Iron

    “Iron contributes to normal cognitive development of children.”

    Health relationship Normal cognitive development of children

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim can be used only for food which is at least a source of iron as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Commission Regulation (EU) No 957/2010

  92. General function · Art. 13

    Lactase enzyme

    “Lactase enzyme improves lactose digestion in individuals who have difficulty digesting lactose”

    Health relationship breaking down lactose

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food supplements, with a minimum dose of 4 500 FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) units with instructions to the target population to consume with each lactose containing meal. Information shall also be given to the target population that tolerance to lactose is variable and they should seek advice as to the role of this substance in their diet.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  93. General function · Art. 13

    Lactitol

    “Lactitol contributes to normal bowel function by increasing stool frequency”

    Health relationship Maintenance of normal bowel function

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food supplements which contain 10 g of lactitol in a single daily quantified portion. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained by consuming 10 g of lactitol in one daily dose The claim shall not be used for foods targeting children.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  94. General function · Art. 13

    Lactulose

    “Lactulose contributes to an acceleration of intestinal transit”

    Health relationship reduction in intestinal transit time

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which contains 10 g of lactulose in a single quantified portion. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a single serving of 10 g of lactulose per day.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  95. General function · Art. 13

    Linoleic acid

    “Linoleic acid contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal blood cholesterol concentrations

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for a food which provides at least 1,5 g of linoleic acid (LA) per 100 g and per 100 kcal. Information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 10 g of LA.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  96. General function · Art. 13

    Live yoghurt cultures

    “Live cultures in yoghurt or fermented milk improve lactose digestion of the product in individuals who have difficulty digesting lactose”

    Health relationship improved lactose digestion

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    In order to bear the claim, yoghurt or fermented milk should contain at least 10 8 Colony Forming Units live starter microorganisms (Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus) per gram.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  97. General function · Art. 13

    Magnesium

    “Magnesium contributes to a reduction of tiredness and fatigue”

    Health relationship Reduction of tiredness and fatigue

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  98. General function · Art. 13

    Magnesium

    “Magnesium contributes to electrolyte balance”

    Health relationship electrolyte balance

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  99. General function · Art. 13

    Magnesium

    “Magnesium contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism”

    Health relationship energy-yielding metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  100. General function · Art. 13

    Magnesium

    “Magnesium contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system”

    Health relationship neurotransmission and muscle contraction including heart muscle

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  101. General function · Art. 13

    Magnesium

    “Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function”

    Health relationship neurotransmission and muscle contraction including heart muscle

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  102. General function · Art. 13

    Magnesium

    “Magnesium contributes to normal protein synthesis”

    Health relationship protein synthesis

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  103. General function · Art. 13

    Magnesium

    “Magnesium contributes to normal psychological function”

    Health relationship Contribution to normal psychological functions

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  104. General function · Art. 13

    Magnesium

    “Magnesium contributes to the maintenance of normal bones”

    Health relationship maintenance of bones

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  105. General function · Art. 13

    Magnesium

    “Magnesium contributes to the maintenance of normal teeth”

    Health relationship maintenance of teeth

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  106. General function · Art. 13

    Magnesium

    “Magnesium has a role in the process of cell division”

    Health relationship cell division

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  107. General function · Art. 13

    Manganese

    “Manganese contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism”

    Health relationship contribution to normal energy-yielding metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of manganese as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  108. General function · Art. 13

    Manganese

    “Manganese contributes to the maintenance of normal bones”

    Health relationship maintenance of bones

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of manganese as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  109. General function · Art. 13

    Manganese

    “Manganese contributes to the normal formation of connective tissue”

    Health relationship contribution to normal formation of connective tissue

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of manganese as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  110. General function · Art. 13

    Manganese

    “Manganese contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress”

    Health relationship metabolism of fatty acids

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of manganese as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  111. General function · Art. 13

    Meal replacement for weight control

    “Substituting one of the main daily meals of an energy restricted diet with a meal replacement contributes to the maintenance of weight after weight loss”

    Health relationship Maintenance of body weight after weight loss

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    In order to bear the claim, a food should comply with the following requirements: 1. Energy content The energy content shall not be less than 200 kcal (840 kJ) and shall not exceed 250 kcal (1 046 KJ) per meal . 2. Fat content and composition The energy derived from fat shall not exceed 30 % of total available energy content of the product. The linoleic acid (in the form of glycerides) shall not be less than 1 g. 3. Protein content and composition The protein contained in the food shall provide not less than 25 % and not more than 50 % of the total energy content of the product. The chemical index of protein shall be equal to that set by the World Health Organization in ‘Energy and protein requirements’. Report of a Joint WHO/FAO/UNU Meeting. Geneva: World Health Organisation, 1985 (WHO Technical Report Series, 724): Amino acid requirement pattern (g/100 g protein) Cystine + methionine 1,7 Histidine 1,6 Isoleucine 1,3 Leucine 1,9 Lysine 1,6 Phenylalanine + tyrosine 1,9 Threonine 0,9 Tryptophan 0,5 Vazline 1,3 The ‘chemical index’ shall mean the lowest of the ratios between the quantity of each essential amino acid of the test protein in and the quantity of each corresponding amino acid of the reference protein. If the chemical index is lower than 100 % of the reference protein, the minimum protein levels shall be correspondingly increased. In any case the chemical index of the protein shall at least be equal to 80 % of that of the reference protein. In all cases, the addition of amino acids is permitted solely for the purpose of improving the nutritional value of the proteins and only in the proportions necessary for that purpose. 4. Vitamins and minerals The food shall provide at least 30 % of the amounts of the nutrient reference values of vitamins and minerals per meal as laid down in Annex XIII to Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011. This requirement does not apply to fluoride, chromium, chloride and molybdenum. The amount of sodium per meal provided by the food shall be at least 172,5 mg. The amount of potassium per meal provided by the food shall be at least 500 mg . Cystine + methionine

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  112. General function · Art. 13

    Meal replacement for weight control

    “Substituting two of the main daily meals of an energy restricted diet with meal replacements contributes to weight loss”

    Health relationship Reduction of body weight

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    In order to bear the claim, a food should comply with the following requirements: 1. Energy content The energy content shall not be less than 200 kcal (840 kJ) and shall not exceed 250 kcal (1 046 KJ) per meal . 2. Fat content and composition The energy derived from fat shall not exceed 30 % of total available energy content of the product. The linoleic acid (in the form of glycerides) shall not be less than 1 g. 3. Protein content and composition The protein contained in the food shall provide not less than 25 % and not more than 50 % of the total energy content of the product. The chemical index of protein shall be equal to that set by the World Health Organization in ‘Energy and protein requirements’. Report of a Joint WHO/FAO/UNU Meeting. Geneva: World Health Organisation, 1985 (WHO Technical Report Series, 724): Amino acid requirement pattern (g/100 g protein) Cystine + methionine 1,7 Histidine 1,6 Isoleucine 1,3 Leucine 1,9 Lysine 1,6 Phenylalanine + tyrosine 1,9 Threonine 0,9 Tryptophan 0,5 Valine 1,3 The ‘chemical index’ shall mean the lowest of the ratios between the quantity of each essential amino acid of the test protein in and the quantity of each corresponding amino acid of the reference protein. If the chemical index is lower than 100 % of the reference protein, the minimum protein levels shall be correspondingly increased. In any case the chemical index of the protein shall at least be equal to 80 % of that of the reference protein. In all cases, the addition of amino acids is permitted solely for the purpose of improving the nutritional value of the proteins, and only in the proportions necessary for that purpose. 4. Vitamins and minerals The food shall provide at least 30 % of the amounts of the nutrient reference values of vitamins and minerals per meal as laid down Annex XIII to Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011. This requirement does not apply to fluoride, chromium, chloride and molybdenum. The amount of sodium per meal provided by the food shall be at least 172,5 mg. The amount of potassium per meal provided by the food shall be at least 500 mg . Cystine + methionine

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  113. General function · Art. 13

    Meat or fish

    “Meat or fish contributes to the improvement of iron absorption when eaten with other foods containing iron”

    Health relationship improvement of non- haem iron absorption

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which contains at least 50 g of meat or fish in a single quantified portion. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained by consuming 50 g of meat or fish together with food(s) containing non-haem iron.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  114. General function · Art. 13

    Melatonin

    “Melatonin contributes to the alleviation of subjective feelings of jet lag”

    Health relationship Alleviation of subjective feelings of jet lag

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which contains at least 0,5 mg of melatonin per quantified portion. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a minimum intake of 0,5 mg to be taken close to bedtime on the first day of travel and on the following few days after arrival at the destination.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  115. General function · Art. 13

    Melatonin

    “Melatonin contributes to the reduction of time taken to fall asleep”

    Health relationship reduction of sleep onset latency

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which contains 1 mg of melatonin per quantified portion. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained by consuming 1 mg of melatonin close to bedtime.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  116. General function · Art. 13

    Molybdenum

    “Molybdenum contributes to normal sulphur amino acid metabolism”

    Health relationship maintenance of joints

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of molybdenum as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  117. General function · Art. 13

    Monounsaturated and/or polyunsaturated fatty acids

    “Replacing saturated fats with unsaturated fats in the diet contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels [MUFA and PUFA are unsaturated fats]”

    Health relationship Replacement of mixtures of saturated fatty acids (SFAs) as present in foods or diets with mixtures of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) and maintenance of normal blood LDL-cholesterol concentrations

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is high in unsaturated fatty acids, as referred to in the claim HIGH UNSATURATED FAT as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  118. General function · Art. 13

    Native chicory inulin

    “Chicory inulin contributes to normal bowel function by increasing stool frequency”

    Health relationship Maintenance of normal bowel function

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    Information shall be provided to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 12 g chicory inulin. The claim can be used only for food which provides at least a daily intake of 12 g of native chicory inulin, a non-fractionated mixture of monosaccharides (< 10 %), disaccharides, inulin-type fructans and inulin extracted from chicory, with a mean degree of polymerisarion ≥ 9.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  119. General function · Art. 13

    Niacin

    “Niacin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism”

    Health relationship contribution to normal energy-yielding metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of niacin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  120. General function · Art. 13

    Niacin

    “Niacin contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system”

    Health relationship function of the nervous system

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of niacin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  121. General function · Art. 13

    Niacin

    “Niacin contributes to normal psychological function”

    Health relationship contribution to normal psychological functions

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of niacin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  122. General function · Art. 13

    Niacin

    “Niacin contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal skin and mucous membranes

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of niacin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  123. General function · Art. 13

    Niacin

    “Niacin contributes to the maintenance of normal skin”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal skin and mucous membranes

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of niacin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  124. General function · Art. 13

    Niacin

    “Niacin contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue”

    Health relationship reduction of tiredness and fatigue

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of niacin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  125. General function · Art. 13

    Non-digestible carbohydrates

    “Consumption of foods/drinks containing <name of all used non-digestible carbohydrates> instead of sugars induces a lower blood glucose rise after their consumption compared to sugar-containing foods/drinks.”

    Health relationship Reduction of post-prandial glycaemic responses

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    In order to bear the claim, sugars should be replaced in foods or drinks by non-digestible carbohydrates, which are carbohydrates neither digested nor absorbed in the small intestine, so that foods or drinks contain reduced amounts of sugars by at least the amount referred to in the claim REDUCED [NAME OF NUTRIENT] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  126. General function · Art. 13

    Non-fermentable carbohydrates

    “Consumption of foods/drinks containing <name of all used non-fermentable carbohydrates> instead of fermentable carbohydrates contributes to the maintenance of tooth mineralisation.”

    Health relationship Maintenance of tooth mineralisation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    In order to bear the claim, fermentable carbohydrates ( 1 **) should be replaced in foods or drinks by non-fermentable carbohydrates ( 2 ***) in such amounts that consumption of such foods or drinks does not lower plaque pH below 5,7 during and up to 30 minutes after consumption. ( 1 **) Fermentable carbohydrates are defined as carbohydrates or carbohydrate mixtures as consumed in foods or beverages that lower plaque pH below 5,7, as determined in vivo or in situ by plaque pH telemetry tests, by bacterial fermentation during and up to 30 minutes after consumption. ( 2 ***) Non-fermentable carbohydrates are defined as carbohydrates or carbohydrate mixtures as consumed in foods or beverages that do not lower plaque pH, as determined in vivo or in situ by plaque pH telemetry tests, below a conservative value of 5,7 by bacterial fermentation during and up to 30 minutes after consumption.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  127. Disease risk reduction · Art. 14(1)(a)

    Oat beta-glucan

    “Oat beta-glucan has been shown to lower/reduce blood cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease.”

    Health relationship Reduction of the risk of coronary heart disease (blood cholesterol lowering)

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    Information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of oat beta-glucan. The claim can be used for foods which provide at least 1 g of oat beta-glucan per quantified portion.

    Commission Regulation (EU) No 1160/2011

  128. General function · Art. 13

    Oat grain fibre

    “Oat grain fibre contributes to an increase in faecal bulk”

    Health relationship increase in faecal bulk

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is high in that fibre as referred to in the claim HIGH FIBRE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  129. General function · Art. 13

    Oleic acid

    “Replacing saturated fats in the diet with unsaturated fats contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels. Oleic acid is an unsaturated fat.”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal blood LDL-cholesterol concentrations

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is high in unsaturated fatty acids, as referred to in the claim HIGH UNSATURATED FAT as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  130. General function · Art. 13

    Olive oil polyphenols

    “Olive oil polyphenols contribute to the protection of blood lipids from oxidative stress”

    Health relationship protection of LDL particles from oxidative damage

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for olive oil which contains at least 5 mg of hydroxytyrosol and its derivatives (e.g. oleuropein complex and tyrosol) per 20 g of olive oil. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 20 g of olive oil.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  131. General function · Art. 13

    Pantothenic Acid

    “Pantothenic acid contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism”

    Health relationship energy-yielding metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of pantothenic acid as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  132. General function · Art. 13

    Pantothenic Acid

    “Pantothenic acid contributes to normal synthesis and metabolism of steroid hormones, vitamin D and some neurotransmitters”

    Health relationship synthesis and metabolism of steroid hormones, vitamin D and some neurotransmitters

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of pantothenic acid as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  133. General function · Art. 13

    Pantothenic Acid

    “Pantothenic acid contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue”

    Health relationship reduction of tiredness and fatigue

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of pantothenic acid as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  134. General function · Art. 13

    Pantothenic Acid

    “Pantothenic acid contributes to normal mental performance”

    Health relationship mental performance

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of pantothenic acid as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  135. General function · Art. 13

    Pectins

    “Pectins contribute to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal blood cholesterol concentrations

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 6 g of pectins. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 6 g of pectins. Warning of choking to be given for people with swallowing difficulties or when ingesting with inadequate fluid intake — advice on taking with plenty of water to ensure substance reaches stomach.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  136. General function · Art. 13

    Pectins

    “Consumption of pectins with a meal contributes to the reduction of the blood glucose rise after that meal”

    Health relationship Reduction of post- prandial glycaemic responses

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which contains 10 g of pectins per quantified portion. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained by consuming 10 g of pectins as part of the meal. Warning of choking to be given for people with swallowing difficulties or when ingesting with inadequate fluid intake — advice on taking with plenty of water to ensure substance reaches stomach.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  137. General function · Art. 13

    Phosphorus

    “Phosphorus contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism”

    Health relationship energy-yielding metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of phosphorus as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  138. General function · Art. 13

    Phosphorus

    “Phosphorus contributes to normal function of cell membranes”

    Health relationship function of cell membranes

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of phosphorus as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  139. General function · Art. 13

    Phosphorus

    “Phosphorus contributes to the maintenance of normal bones”

    Health relationship maintenance of bone and teeth

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of phosphorus as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  140. General function · Art. 13

    Phosphorus

    “Phosphorus contributes to the maintenance of normal teeth”

    Health relationship maintenance of bone and teeth

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of phosphorus as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  141. Children's development · Art. 14(1)(b)

    Phosphorus

    “Phosphorus is needed for the normal growth and development of bone in children.”

    Health relationship Normal growth and development of bone in children

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim can be used only for food which is at least a source of phosphorus as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Commission Regulation (EC) No 1024/2009

  142. Disease risk reduction · Art. 14(1)(a)

    Plant stanol esters

    “Plant stanol esters have been shown to lower/reduce blood cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease.”

    Health relationship Reduction of the risk of coronary heart disease (blood cholesterol lowering)

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    Information to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 1,5-2,4 g plant stanols. Reference to the magnitude of the effect may only be made for yellow fat spreads, dairy products, mayonnaise and salad dressings; the range '7 to 10 %' and duration 'in 2 to 3 weeks' must be communicated to the consumer.

    Commission Regulation (EC) No 983/2009, amended by Commission Regulation (EC) No 376/2010

  143. Disease risk reduction · Art. 14(1)(a)

    Plant sterols (sterols extracted from plants, free or esterified with food-grade fatty acids)

    “Plant sterols have been shown to lower/reduce blood cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease.”

    Health relationship Reduction of the risk of coronary heart disease (blood cholesterol lowering)

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    Information to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 1,5-2,4 g plant sterols. Reference to the magnitude of the effect may only be made for yellow fat spreads, dairy products, mayonnaise and salad dressings; the range '7 to 10 %' and duration 'in 2 to 3 weeks' must be communicated to the consumer.

    Commission Regulation (EC) No 983/2009, amended by Commission Regulation (EC) No 376/2010

  144. Disease risk reduction · Art. 14(1)(a)

    Plant sterols and plant stanol esters

    “Plant sterols and plant stanol esters have been shown to lower/reduce blood cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease.”

    Health relationship Reduction of the risk of coronary heart disease (blood cholesterol lowering)

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    Information to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 1,5-2,4 g plant sterols/stanols. Reference to the magnitude of the effect may only be made for yellow fat spreads, dairy products, mayonnaise and salad dressings; the range '7 to 10 %' and duration 'in 2 to 3 weeks' must be communicated to the consumer.

    Commission Regulation (EU) No 384/2010

  145. General function · Art. 13

    Plant sterols and plant stanols

    “Plant sterols/stanols contribute to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal blood cholesterol concentrations

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of at least 0,8 g of plant sterols/stanols.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  146. General function · Art. 13

    Potassium

    “Potassium contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system”

    Health relationship Muscular and neurological function

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of potassium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  147. General function · Art. 13

    Potassium

    “Potassium contributes to normal muscle function”

    Health relationship Muscular and neurological function

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of potassium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  148. General function · Art. 13

    Potassium

    “Potassium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure”

    Health relationship Blood pressure

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of potassium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  149. General function · Art. 13

    Protein

    “Protein contributes to a growth in muscle mass”

    Health relationship growth or maintenance of muscle mass

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of protein as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF PROTEIN as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  150. General function · Art. 13

    Protein

    “Protein contributes to the maintenance of muscle mass”

    Health relationship growth or maintenance of muscle mass

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of protein as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF PROTEIN as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  151. General function · Art. 13

    Protein

    “Protein contributes to the maintenance of normal bones”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal bones

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of protein as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF PROTEIN as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  152. General function · Art. 13

    Reformulated, non-alcoholic, acidic drink with: — less than 1 g fermentable carbohydrate per 100 ml (sugars and other carbohydrates except polyols), — calcium in a range from 0,3 to 0,8 mol per mol acidulant, — display of pH between 3,7-4,0.

    “Replacing sugar-containing, acidic drinks, such as soft drinks (typically 8-12 g sugars/100 ml), with reformulated drinks contributes to the maintenance of tooth mineralisation”

    Health relationship Maintenance of tooth mineralisation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    In order to bear the claim, reformulated acidic drinks shall comply with the description of the food subject to the claim —

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  153. General function · Art. 13

    Resistant starch

    “Replacing digestible starches with resistant starch in a meal contributes to a reduction in the blood glucose rise after that meal.”

    Health relationship reduction of post- prandial glycaemic responses

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food in which digestible starch has been replaced by resistant starch so that the final content of resistant starch is at least 14 % of total starch.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  154. General function · Art. 13

    Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)

    “Riboflavin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism”

    Health relationship contribution to normal energy-yielding metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  155. General function · Art. 13

    Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)

    “Riboflavin contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system”

    Health relationship maintenance of the normal functon of the nervous system

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  156. General function · Art. 13

    Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)

    “Riboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal skin and mucous membranes

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  157. General function · Art. 13

    Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)

    “Riboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal red blood cells”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal red blood cells

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  158. General function · Art. 13

    Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)

    “Riboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal skin”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal skin and mucous membranes

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  159. General function · Art. 13

    Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)

    “Riboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal vision”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal vision

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  160. General function · Art. 13

    Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)

    “Riboflavin contributes to the normal metabolism of iron”

    Health relationship contribution to normal metabolism of iron

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  161. General function · Art. 13

    Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)

    “Riboflavin contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress”

    Health relationship protection of DNA, proteins and lipids from oxidative damage

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  162. General function · Art. 13

    Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)

    “Riboflavin contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue”

    Health relationship reduction of tiredness and fatigue

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  163. General function · Art. 13

    Rye fibre

    “Rye fibre contributes to normal bowel function”

    Health relationship changes in bowel function

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is high in that fibre as referred to in the claim HIGH FIBRE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  164. General function · Art. 13

    Selenium

    “Selenium contributes to normal spermatogenesis”

    Health relationship spermatogenesis

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of selenium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  165. General function · Art. 13

    Selenium

    “Selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal hair”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal hair

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of selenium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  166. General function · Art. 13

    Selenium

    “Selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal nails”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal nails

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of selenium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  167. General function · Art. 13

    Selenium

    “Selenium contributes to the normal function of the immune system”

    Health relationship maintenance of the normal function of the immune system

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of selenium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  168. General function · Art. 13

    Selenium

    “Selenium contributes to the normal thyroid function”

    Health relationship thyroid function

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of selenium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  169. General function · Art. 13

    Selenium

    “Selenium contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress”

    Health relationship protection of DNA, proteins and lipids from oxidative damage

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of selenium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  170. General function · Art. 13

    Slowly digestible starch

    “Consumption of products high in slowly digestible starch (SDS) raises blood glucose concentration less after a meal compared to products low in SDS”

    Health relationship Reduction of post-prandial glycaemic responses

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only on food where the digestible carbohydrates provide at least 60 % of the total energy and where at least 55 % of those carbohydrates is digestible starch, of which at least 40 % is SDS —

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  171. General function · Art. 13

    Sugar beet fibre

    “Sugar beet fibre contributes to an increase in faecal bulk”

    Health relationship Increase in faecal bulk

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is high in that fibre as referred to in the claim HIGH FIBRE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  172. General function · Art. 13

    Sugar replacers, i.e. intense sweeteners; xylitol, sorbitol, mannitol, maltitol, lactitol, isomalt, erythritol, sucralose and polydextrose; D-tagatose and isomaltulose

    “Consumption of foods/drinks containing <name of sugar replacer> instead of sugar induces a lower blood glucose rise after their consumption compared to sugar-containing foods/drinks”

    Health relationship Reduction of post-prandial glycaemic responses

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    In order to bear the claim, sugars should be replaced in foods or drinks by sugar replacers, i.e. intense sweeteners, xylitol, sorbitol, mannitol, maltitol, lactitol, isomalt, erythritol, sucralose or polydextrose, or a combination of them, so that foods or drinks contain reduced amounts of sugars by at least the amount referred to in the claim REDUCED [NAME OF NUTRIENT] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. In the case of D-tagatose and isomaltulose, they should replace equivalent amounts of other sugars in the same proportion as that referred to in the claim REDUCED [NAME OF NUTRIENT] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  173. General function · Art. 13

    Sugar replacers, i.e. intense sweeteners; xylitol, sorbitol, mannitol, maltitol, lactitol, isomalt, erythritol, sucralose and polydextrose; D-tagatose and isomaltulose

    “Consumption of foods/drinks containing <name of sugar replacer> instead of sugar contributes to the maintenance of tooth mineralisation”

    Health relationship Maintenance of tooth mineralisation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    In order to bear the claim, sugars should be replaced in foods or drinks (which reduce plaque pH below 5.7) by sugar replacers, i.e. intense sweeteners, xylitol, sorbitol, mannitol, maltitol, lactitol, isomalt, erythritol, D-tagatose, isomaltulose, sucralose or polydextrose, or a combination of them, in amounts such that consumption of such foods or drinks does not lower plaque pH below 5.7 during and up to 30 minutes after consumption

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  174. General function · Art. 13

    Sugar-free chewing gum

    “Sugar-free chewing gum contributes to the maintenance of tooth mineralization”

    Health relationship maintenance of tooth mineralisation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for chewing gum which complies with the conditions of use for the nutrition claim SUGARS FREE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. Information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with chewing, for at least 20 minutes, after eating or drinking.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  175. General function · Art. 13

    Sugar-free chewing gum

    “Sugar-free chewing gum contributes to the neutralisation of plaque acids”

    Health relationship plaque acid neutralisation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for chewing gum which complies with the conditions of use for the nutrition claim SUGARS FREE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. Information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with chewing, for at least 20 minutes, after eating or drinking.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  176. General function · Art. 13

    Sugar-free chewing gum

    “Sugar-free chewing gum contributes to the reduction of oral dryness”

    Health relationship reduction of oral dryness

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for chewing gum which complies with the conditions of use for the nutrition claim SUGARS FREE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. Information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with use of the chewing gum whenever the mouth feels dry.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  177. Disease risk reduction · Art. 14(1)(a)

    Sugar-free chewing gum

    “Sugar-free chewing gum helps neutralise plaque acids. Plaque acids are a risk factor in the development of dental caries.”

    Health relationship Reduction of the risk of dental caries

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    Information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with chewing of 2-3 g of sugar-free chewing gum for 20 minutes, at least three times per day after meals.

    Commission Regulation (EU) No 665/2011

  178. Disease risk reduction · Art. 14(1)(a)

    Sugar-free chewing gum

    “Sugar-free chewing gum helps reduce tooth demineralisation. Tooth demineralisation is a risk factor in the development of dental caries.”

    Health relationship Reduction of the risk of dental caries

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    Information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with chewing of 2-3 g of sugar-free chewing gum for 20 minutes, at least three times per day after meals.

    Commission Regulation (EU) No 665/2011

  179. General function · Art. 13

    Sugar-free chewing gum with carbamide

    “Sugar-free chewing gum with carbamide neutralises plaque acids more effectively than sugar-free chewing gums without carbamide”

    Health relationship plaque acid neutralisation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for chewing gum which complies with the conditions of use for the nutrition claim SUGARS FREE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. In order to bear the claim each piece of sugar-free chewing gum should contain at least 20 mg carbamide. Information shall be given to the consumer that gum should be chewed for at least 20 minutes after eating or drinking.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  180. General function · Art. 13

    Thiamine

    “Thiamine contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism”

    Health relationship energy-yielding metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of thiamine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  181. General function · Art. 13

    Thiamine

    “Thiamine contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system”

    Health relationship function of the nervous system

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of thiamine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  182. General function · Art. 13

    Thiamine

    “Thiamine contributes to normal psychological function”

    Health relationship contribution to normal psychological functions

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of thiamine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  183. General function · Art. 13

    Thiamine

    “Thiamine contributes to the normal function of the heart”

    Health relationship cardiac function

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of thiamine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  184. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin A

    “Vitamin A contributes to normal iron metabolism”

    Health relationship metabolism of iron

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin A as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  185. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin A

    “Vitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal skin and mucous membranes

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin A as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  186. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin A

    “Vitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal skin”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal skin and mucous membranes

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin A as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  187. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin A

    “Vitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal vision”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal vision

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin A as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  188. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin A

    “Vitamin A contributes to the normal function of the immune system”

    Health relationship maintenance of the normal function of the immune system

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin A as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  189. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin A

    “Vitamin A has a role in the process of cell specialisation”

    Health relationship cell differentiation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin A as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  190. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin B12

    “Vitamin B12 contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism”

    Health relationship energy-yielding metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  191. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin B12

    “Vitamin B12 contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system”

    Health relationship contribution to neurological and psychological function

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  192. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin B12

    “Vitamin B12 contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism”

    Health relationship contribution to normal homocysteine metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  193. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin B12

    “Vitamin B12 contributes to normal psychological function”

    Health relationship contribution to neurological and psychological function

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  194. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin B12

    “Vitamin B12 contributes to normal red blood cell formation”

    Health relationship red blood cell formation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  195. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin B12

    “Vitamin B12 contributes to the normal function of the immune system”

    Health relationship function of the immune system

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  196. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin B12

    “Vitamin B12 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue”

    Health relationship reduction of tiredness and fatigue

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  197. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin B12

    “Vitamin B12 has a role in the process of cell division”

    Health relationship cell division

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  198. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin B6

    “Vitamin B6 contributes to normal cysteine synthesis”

    Health relationship contribution to normal cysteine synthesis

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  199. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin B6

    “Vitamin B6 contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism”

    Health relationship contribution to normal energy-yielding metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  200. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin B6

    “Vitamin B6 contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system”

    Health relationship function of the nervous system

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  201. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin B6

    “Vitamin B6 contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism”

    Health relationship contribution to normal homocysteine metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  202. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin B6

    “Vitamin B6 contributes to normal protein and glycogen metabolism”

    Health relationship protein and glycogen metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  203. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin B6

    “Vitamin B6 contributes to normal psychological function”

    Health relationship contribution to normal psychological functions

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  204. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin B6

    “Vitamin B6 contributes to normal red blood cell formation”

    Health relationship red blood cell formation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  205. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin B6

    “Vitamin B6 contributes to the normal function of the immune system”

    Health relationship function of the immune system

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  206. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin B6

    “Vitamin B6 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue”

    Health relationship reduction of tiredness and fatigue

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  207. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin B6

    “Vitamin B6 contributes to the regulation of hormonal activity”

    Health relationship regulation of hormonal activity

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  208. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin C

    “Vitamin C contributes to maintain the normal function of the immune system during and after intense physical exercise”

    Health relationship function of the immune system during and after extreme physical exercise

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 200 mg vitamin C. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 200 mg in addition to the recommended daily intake of vitamin C.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  209. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin C

    “Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of blood vessels”

    Health relationship collagen formation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  210. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin C

    “Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of bones”

    Health relationship collagen formation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  211. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin C

    “Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage”

    Health relationship collagen formation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  212. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin C

    “Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of gums”

    Health relationship collagen formation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  213. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin C

    “Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin”

    Health relationship collagen formation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  214. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin C

    “Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of teeth”

    Health relationship collagen formation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  215. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin C

    “Vitamin C contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism”

    Health relationship contribution to normal energy-yielding metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  216. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin C

    “Vitamin C contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system”

    Health relationship function of the nervous system

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  217. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin C

    “Vitamin C contributes to normal psychological function”

    Health relationship contribution to normal psychological functions

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  218. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin C

    “Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system”

    Health relationship maintenance of the normal function of the immune system

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  219. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin C

    “Vitamin C contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress”

    Health relationship protection of DNA, proteins and lipids from oxidative damage

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  220. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin C

    “Vitamin C contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue”

    Health relationship reduction of tiredness and fatigue

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  221. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin C

    “Vitamin C contributes to the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E”

    Health relationship regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  222. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin C

    “Vitamin C increases iron absorption”

    Health relationship non-haem iron absorption

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  223. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin D

    “Vitamin D contributes to normal absorption/utilisation of calcium and phosphorus”

    Health relationship absorption and utilisation of calcium and phosphorus and maintenance of normal blood calcium concentrations

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  224. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin D

    “Vitamin D contributes to normal blood calcium levels”

    Health relationship absorption and utilisation of calcium and phosphorus and maintenance of normal blood calcium concentrations

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  225. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin D

    “Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal bones”

    Health relationship maintenance of bones and teeth

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  226. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin D

    “Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal muscle function”

    Health relationship Normal muscle function

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  227. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin D

    “Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal teeth”

    Health relationship maintenance of bones and teeth

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  228. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin D

    “Vitamin D contributes to the normal function of the immune system”

    Health relationship Normal function of immune system and inflammation response

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  229. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin D

    “Vitamin D has a role in the process of cell division”

    Health relationship cell division

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  230. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin E

    “Vitamin E contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress”

    Health relationship protection of DNA, proteins and lipids from oxidative damage

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin E as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  231. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin K

    “Vitamin K contributes to normal blood clotting”

    Health relationship blood coagulation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin K as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  232. General function · Art. 13

    Vitamin K

    “Vitamin K contributes to the maintenance of normal bones”

    Health relationship maintenance of bones

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin K as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  233. General function · Art. 13

    Walnuts

    “Walnuts contribute to the improvement of the elasticity of blood vessels”

    Health relationship Improvement of endothelium-dependent vasodilation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 30 g of walnuts. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 30 g of walnuts.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  234. General function · Art. 13

    Water

    “Water contributes to the maintenance of normal physical and cognitive functions”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal physical and cognitive functions

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that in order to obtain the claimed effect, at least 2,0 L of water, from all sources, should be consumed per day. The claim may be used only on water complying with Directives 2009/54/EC and/or 98/83/EC

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  235. General function · Art. 13

    Water

    “Water contributes to the maintenance of normal regulation of the body’s temperature”

    Health relationship Maintenance of normal thermoregulation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that in order to obtain the claimed effect, at least 2,0 L of water, from all sources, should be consumed per day. The claim may be used only on water complying with Directives 2009/54/EC and/or 98/83/EC

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  236. General function · Art. 13 proprietary data

    Water-Soluble Tomato Concentrate (WSTC) I and II

    “Water-Soluble Tomato Concentrate (WSTC) I and II helps maintain normal platelet aggregation, which contributes to healthy blood flow”

    Health relationship Maintenance of normal platelet aggregation

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    Information to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily consumption of 3 g WSTC I or 150 mg WSTC II in up to 250 ml of either fruit juices, flavoured drinks or yogurt drinks (unless heavily pasteurised), or with a daily consumption of 3 g WSTC I or 150 mg WSTC II in food supplements when taken with a glass of water or other liquid.

    Commission Decision 2009/980/EU, amended by Decision 2010/770/EU

  237. General function · Art. 13

    Wheat bran fibre

    “Wheat bran fibre contributes to an acceleration of intestinal transit”

    Health relationship reduction in intestinal transit time

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is high in that fibre as referred to in the claim HIGH FIBRE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the claimed effect is obtained with a daily intake of at least 10 g of wheat bran fibre.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  238. General function · Art. 13

    Wheat bran fibre

    “Wheat bran fibre contributes to an increase in faecal bulk”

    Health relationship Increase in faecal bulk

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is high in that fibre as referred to in the claim HIGH FIBRE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  239. General function · Art. 13

    Zinc

    “Zinc contributes to normal acid-base metabolism”

    Health relationship acid-base metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  240. General function · Art. 13

    Zinc

    “Zinc contributes to normal carbohydrate metabolism”

    Health relationship contribution to normal carbohydrate metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  241. General function · Art. 13

    Zinc

    “Zinc contributes to normal cognitive function”

    Health relationship cognitive function

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  242. General function · Art. 13

    Zinc

    “Zinc contributes to normal DNA synthesis”

    Health relationship DNA synthesis and cell division

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  243. General function · Art. 13

    Zinc

    “Zinc contributes to normal fertility and reproduction”

    Health relationship fertility and reproduction

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  244. General function · Art. 13

    Zinc

    “Zinc contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism”

    Health relationship contribution to normal macronutrient metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  245. General function · Art. 13

    Zinc

    “Zinc contributes to normal metabolism of fatty acids”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal serum testosterone concentrations

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  246. General function · Art. 13

    Zinc

    “Zinc contributes to normal metabolism of vitamin A”

    Health relationship vitamin A metabolism

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  247. General function · Art. 13

    Zinc

    “Zinc contributes to normal protein synthesis”

    Health relationship contribution to normal protein synthesis

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  248. General function · Art. 13

    Zinc

    “Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal bones”

    Health relationship maintenance of bones

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  249. General function · Art. 13

    Zinc

    “Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal hair”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal hair

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  250. General function · Art. 13

    Zinc

    “Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal nails”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal nails

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  251. General function · Art. 13

    Zinc

    “Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal skin”

    Health relationship maintenance of normal skin

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  252. General function · Art. 13

    Zinc

    “Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood”

    Health relationship fertility and reproduction

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  253. General function · Art. 13

    Zinc

    “Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal vision”

    Health relationship maintenance of vision

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  254. General function · Art. 13

    Zinc

    “Zinc contributes to the normal function of the immune system”

    Health relationship function of the immune system

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  255. General function · Art. 13

    Zinc

    “Zinc contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress”

    Health relationship protection of DNA, proteins and lipids from oxidative damage

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

  256. General function · Art. 13

    Zinc

    “Zinc has a role in the process of cell division”

    Health relationship DNA synthesis and cell division

    Conditions and restrictions of use

    The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (as amended)

How to read this

Three kinds of claim, three different bars

General function claims (Article 13) — 241 of the 256 — cover the role of a nutrient or substance in growth, development and the normal functions of the body. Most of them are the familiar ones: a vitamin “contributes to the normal function of” something.

Disease risk reduction claims (Article 14(1)(a)) — 8 of them — state that a food significantly reduces a risk factor for a disease. They are rare, each authorised by its own Regulation, and each carries mandatory wording that must appear alongside the claim.

Children's development and health claims (Article 14(1)(b)) — 7 of them — relate to children's growth and development. Same individual authorisation route, same strictness.

A claim not on this list is not authorised, whatever the evidence behind it looks like. That is the part that catches product teams out: a well-supported finding and a usable claim are two different things, and the gap between them is where our Product Concept Lab does most of its work.

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