CBD remains strictly prohibited in food products in Belgium
The Federal Public Service (FPS) Health, Food Chain Safety and Environment recently reiterated an important rule regarding the consumption of CBD. In Belgium, as in the rest of the European Union, the addition of cannabidiol (CBD) to food products is strictly prohibited. This measure applies to all products intended for eating or drinking, as well as food supplements.
Health authorities emphasize that CBD has not received official authorization to be used as a food ingredient. According to European regulations, any product containing CBD must be considered a "novel food." Before it can be marketed, this type of product must undergo a rigorous scientific evaluation to ensure that it poses no risk to consumer health.
To date, no food product containing CBD has managed to obtain this necessary validation. The FPS Health expresses real concerns regarding the potential effects of this substance on the human body when ingested regularly. Authorities therefore call for vigilance and reiterate that the sale of such products in stores or on the Internet is illegal within Belgian territory.
In conclusion, consumers are invited to carefully check the composition of the products they purchase. If you find food or food supplements containing CBD on the market, be aware that they do not comply with current food safety standards. Authorities continue to monitor the market to protect public health.