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🍎 Food HU November 23, 2021

on the marketing of CBD-containing foods as novel foods

Classification
Non-compliance notification
Risk
Undecided
Category
other food product / mixed
Origin
Czechia
Notifier
Hungary
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What is this? This is about foods that contain CBD (a substance from cannabis) being sold in Hungary. The EU says these foods must follow special rules before they can be sold.

What's happening? Hungary has told the EU that some CBD foods are being sold without the right approval. The risk level is not yet decided.

Does this affect me? If you live in Hungary and have bought CBD foods, this notice may apply to you.

What should I do? Do not worry, but check the food’s label or ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure about using it.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Classification: Non-compliance notification · Risk: Undecided · Category: other food product / mixed · Origin: Czechia · Notifier: Hungary

First published
November 23, 2021
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/rasff-window/screen/search?notificationReference=AA21.6341

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What is this product recall alert about?
on the marketing of CBD-containing foods as novel foods. Classification: Non-compliance notification · Risk: Undecided · Category: other food product / mixed · Origin: Czechia · Notifier: Hungary
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on November 23, 2021 by EU RASFF.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Hungary.
How serious is this alert?
Medium risk. A medium risk means harm is possible under certain conditions. Read the notice and act on the recommended steps.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on webgate.ec.europa.eu.

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