Activities of Notis MARIAS related to 2015/2259(INI)
Plenary speeches (2)
Implementation of the Food Contact Materials Regulation (A8-0237/2016 - Christel Schaldemose) EL
Implementation of the Food Contact Materials Regulation (debate) EL
Amendments (13)
Amendment 39 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Acknowledges that the Framework Regulation constitutes a solid legal basis, the objectives of which remain relevant;
Amendment 56 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. BelievesPoints out that, given the prevalence of the materials referred to on the EU market and the risk they pose to human health, the Commission should forthwith prioritise the drawing-up of specific EU measures for paper, board, coatings, inks and adhesives;
Amendment 68 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Is convinced that, in light of the EU’s focus on moving towards a circular economy,t is imperative that specific measures at EU level should also be proposed for recycled paper and board;
Amendment 80 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Is aware of the importStresses the significant role played by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) in the risk assessment of substances for use in FCMs regulated by specific measures; recognisescalls on the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) to provide information about the costs involved in the risk assessment of a particular substance and EFSA’s limitedits resources; calls on the Commission, therefore, to evaluate the possibility of increaseing the level of funding for EFSA;
Amendment 83 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
7. Recognises that in order to properly assess the risks of FCMs, it is necessary to take into account both substances used in their manufacture and processing and non- intentionally added substances (‘NIAS’), including impurities from the intentionally added substances and other substances resulting from chemical reactions; acknowledges thatit is imperative, to this end, for starting substances musto be clearly indicated to EFSA and to the relevant authorities in the Member States; stresses, accordingly, the importance of cooperation between scientific bodies/laboratories, and welcomes EFSA’s intention to focus more on finished materials and articles and the manufacturing process, rather than on the substances used6; _________________ 6 http://www.efsa.europa.eu/sites/default/fil es/scientific_output/files/main_documents/ 4357.pdf
Amendment 92 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Regrets that EFSA, in its current risk assessment procedure, does not take account of the so-called ‘cocktail effect’ or multiple exposures, and urgeexhorts EFSA to do so in future; also urges the Commission to consider this when determining migration limits that are considered safe for human health;
Amendment 120 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10
Paragraph 10
10. WelcomesPoints to the fact that the Commission has finally announced its plan to introduce a migration limit of 0.05 mg/kg for Bisphenol A (BPA) for packaging and containers made of plastic, as well as for varnishes and coatings used in metal containers; considers this an improvement compared to the current migration limit of 0.6 mg/kg for BPA in plastic; regrets that this migration limit does not apply to all FCMs;
Amendment 133 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12
Paragraph 12
12. BelieveConsiders that a Declaration of Compliance (DoC) can be an effective tool for ensuring that FCMs are compliant with the relevant rules, and recommends that all FCMs, whether harmonised or non- harmonised, are accompanied by a DoC and the appropriate documentation, as is currently the case for FCMs for which specific measures have been adopted;
Amendment 134 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14
Paragraph 14
14. Calls for the traceability and compliance of FCMs imported from third countries to be enhanced forthwith by means of a requirement calling for proper and complete identification documents and DoCs; insists that imported FCMs must conform fully to EU standards, thus safeguarding above all public health and ensuring fair competition;
Amendment 140 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Expresses its concern thaabout the level of enforcement of the legislation on FCMs which varies greatly across the EU; highlights the importance of developing EU guidelines for FCMs which would facilitate a more uniform implementation and better enforcement in the Member States regarding FCMs;
Amendment 150 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16
Paragraph 16
16. RecommendApproves the development of a single EU standard for analytical testing in order to ensure that FCMs are tested by companies and competent authorities across the EU using one and the same method;
Amendment 161 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 18
Paragraph 18
18. Calls on the Member States to carry out controls more systematically and efficiently, on the basis of the percentage of food concerned and the length of time it has been in contact with the material in question, as well as type of FCM, temperature and any other relevant factors;
Amendment 164 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 19
Paragraph 19
19. Insists on the need for Member States to ensure that they have the necessary staff trained and schooled to perform uniform and robust, robust and systematic controls;