SGS DIGICOMPLY Dynamic Intelligence, Effective Risk Management Resurgence of 3-MCPD Incidents in Food: a A Troubling TrendFocus is on 3-MCPD 1 3-Monochloropropanediol (3-MCPD) is an unpreferred substance that may arise from natural ingredients during the production and processing of foods. Hydrolyzed vegetable proteins, like soy sauce, are major sources of free 3-MCPD and 2-MCPD. High-temperature processing of vegetable fats can lead to the formation of MCPD fatty acid esters and glycidyl fatty acid esters, especially in palm oils/fats. These esters are also present in coconut, walnut, sunflower, soybean oils, canola oil, and margarine. SGS DIGICOMPLY Dynamic Intelligence, Effective Risk ManagementRecent Regulatory Updates The recent contaminant regulation (EU) 2023/915, effective from May 25th, 2023, has brought about adjustments to the limits of processing contaminants including Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAHs), 3-monochloropropane-1,2- diol (3-MCPD), Sum of 3-monochloropropanediol (3- MCPD) and 3-MCPD fatty acid esters (expressed as 3- MCPD), and Glycidyl fatty acid esters (expressed as glycidol). SGS DIGICOMPLY Dynamic Intelligence, Effective Risk ManagementSGS DIGICOMPLY Early Warning Risk Monitoring 3 We're concerned about 3-MCPD and derivatives in food due to incident data showing a clear upward trend. After analyzing lab results, it's clear that over 80% of fat and oil samples fail to meet standards, closely followed by sauces like soy sauce. Top Risky Product Category fatoes, Vegetabe: (e St Pro SGS DIGICOMPL Dynamic Intelligence, Effective Risk Management4| The recent findings have raised concerns about the safety of consuming fish fingers, as 11 out of the 19 samples tested showed increased levels of 3-MCPD fatty acid esters and glycidiyl fatty acid esters. These substances, which can arise from natural ingredients during food production and processing, should be minimized in our diets. SGS DIGICOMPLY Dynamic Intelligence, Effective Risk Management5 | How can SGS Digicomply help? As an industry leader in Regulatory Compliance & Food Safety Software, SGS Digicomply can play a pivotal role in helping businesses navigate and address these emerging food safety risks & regulatory compliance effectively. Our comprehensive platform offers valuable insights, regulatory updates, and risk management solutions, enabling businesses to stay ahead in today's dynamic food safety landscape. Word oud © vats O80 Listeria monocytogenes coor Contaminants ——~ eiannnaats —— SGS DIGICOMPLY Dynamic Intelligence, Effective Risk ManagementGet started for free now www.digicomply.com SGS DIGICOMPLY