Turkey: Product Liability & Safety

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Turkish Food Codex Regulation On Flavourings: A New Framework For The Food Sector Introduction
The new Regulation, published on 14 September 2026, comprehensively regulates the use, authorisation, production, labelling and notification requirements applicable to flavourings and food ingredients with flavouring properties. It introduces restrictions on source materials, limits on use and specific transitional provisions. Food business operators are required to review their products, supply chains, production processes and labelling practices and ensure compliance with the new requirements by 31 December 2026.
Turkey Consumer
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CBC Law Firm
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Criminal And Legal Consequences Of Adulteration And Imitation In Food Supplements
Acts of adulteration and imitation concerning food supplements can trigger criminal, administrative, and civil liability beyond mere violations of food legislation. This examination explores the regulatory framework, the critical distinction between imitation and adulteration, applicable sanctions, and relevant Court of Cassation decisions that shape legal implications for product safety, consumer health, and trademark protection.
Turkey Consumer
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CBC Law Firm
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Applications And Evaluation Procedures Regarding Novel Foods Have Been Regulated
Turkey has issued a new Food Codex Communiqué establishing comprehensive administrative and scientific procedures for novel foods and traditional foods from other countries. The regulation introduces consultation mechanisms for determining novel food status, detailed application requirements including toxicological studies and allergenicity assessments, and specific timelines for regulatory review processes. Food business operators must now navigate structured pathways for market authorization, with pr
Turkey Healthcare
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Moroglu Arseven
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