Order No. 643 on penalties for infringement of Regulation on novel foods and novel food ingredients.

This Regulation sets rules on penalty enforcement of commercial entities trading in novel foods and novel food ingredients, in accordance to EU provisions. Unless a higher penalty is given under other legislation, violations of articles 3.1, 3.2 on the marketing of novel foods without authorization, and art. 8.1. are subject to punishment in form of a fine, in adherence to Regulation (EC) No. 258/97. Penalties may increase to imprisonment up to two years for offenses committed with intent or gross negligence, such as causing damage to health, achieving financial gain for oneself.