CBD remains strictly prohibited in food products in Belgium
The Federal Public Service (FPS) Public Health 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 foodstuffs is strictly prohibited.
This ban applies to all food products and nutritional supplements that contain CBD as an ingredient. Health authorities specify that no product of this type has received market authorization for human consumption.
The authorities' decision is based on public health concerns. To date, scientific data does not allow for the guarantee of total safety regarding the regular ingestion of CBD in food. As a precautionary measure, the European legal framework therefore prevents the sale of these products in food aisles.
Belgian consumers are urged to be vigilant. It is advised to carefully check the composition of products purchased, particularly in specialty stores or online, to ensure that they comply with current legislation.
In conclusion, the FPS Public Health maintains a strict position to protect citizens. As long as a comprehensive scientific evaluation has not been validated at the European level, CBD cannot be considered an authorized food ingredient in Belgium.