LMIV · Labeling · Hygiene · Health Claims

Food Law

Food businesses operate within a dense network of national and European regulations. I provide comprehensive advice to manufacturers, retailers, restaurateurs, market vendors, and all other food businesses—from correct labeling under the LMIV to food hygiene law and advertising law issues.

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Advice for all sectors

My services are aimed at:

  • Food manufacturers: From recipe development and hygiene to market launch
  • Wholesale and retail: Compliance requirements and product responsibility
  • Hospitality and catering: Labeling, allergen information, and hygiene requirements
  • Online commerce: Specific requirements for e-commerce platforms

Competition law

I will of course also assist you if you have received a warning letter. If you have been warned by a competitor or by the Verband Sozialer Wettbewerb (VSW), the Wettbewerbszentrale, the Schutzverband gegen Unwesen in der Wirtschaft e.V. (Schutzverband), the Schutzverband der Spirituosen-Industrie e.V., or another “warning association,” prompt legal assistance is urgently required. Together, we will develop a strategy to defend your rights.

Labeling and product information (LMIV)

The Food Information Regulation (LMIV, Regulation (EU) No. 1169/2011) is complex. I advise you on:

  • Mandatory information on labels and packaging
  • Allergen information and warning notices
  • Nutrition declaration and nutrition claims
  • Origin information and country-of-origin labeling
  • Durability labeling and storage conditions

Food supplements and functional food

Food supplements are subject to specific regulations (NemV). I assist you with:

  • Differentiation between foods and food supplements
  • Permissible ingredients and dosages
  • Health claims and advertising requirements

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Nährstoff oder Wirkung eingeben

Durchsuchen Sie 240 zugelassene Health Claims für 82 Nährstoffe gemäß EU-Verordnung.

Unsure about health claims?

As a specialised lawyer, I advise you on the legally compliant labelling of your products – including borderline cases.

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Neuartiges Lebensmittel eingeben

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Unsure about novel food?

I advise you on the legally compliant use of novel foods.

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Official inspections and controls

Food inspections by authorities are routine but often stressful. I help you prepare in advance and respond quickly in the event of adverse findings.

Liability law and product responsibility

As a market participant, you are responsible for the safety of your products. I help you minimize risks and protect your interests in the event of claims.

Contact me for individual advice regarding your food business.

Do you need legal support in this area?

I am happy to assist. Contact me today for a free initial consultation on your legal matter.

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