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Characterisation of microorganisms used for the production of food enzymes

EFSA Panel on Food Contact Materials, Enzymes and Processing Aids (CEP) et al. EFSA J. .

Abstract

This document is intended to assist the applicant in the preparation and the presentation of an application, as foreseen in Article 17.3 of Regulation (EC) No 1332/2008, for the authorisation of food enzymes. It specifically covers the characterisation of microorganisms used as production organisms.

Keywords: food enzymes; genetically modified microorganisms; microorganism; production strain.

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