Regulatory
The crème de la crème when it comes to EU regulations in the fields of food & beverages and life sciences. From plant protection products to geographical indications (GI) for wine and data protection for medicines, this team of EU regulatory and IP specialists makes sure your product is protected and compliant.
Like you, we stand out in the crowd
Being located in Brussels has its advantages. For one, ALTIUS is ‘down the street’ from the EU headquarters, which makes working with EU regulators straightforward. Add in the fact that the EU regulatory team has multi-lingual experts on everything from plant protection products, medical devices and GI regulations to ICT rules, these specialists make sure your company is aligned to the latest regulations and that your products are looked after.
Focusing on EU law as a standalone practice, our exceptional specialists work in a variety of areas including agriculture, food, consumer protection, data protection, intellectual property, labelling & packaging, and life sciences.
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At ALTIUS, we look at your business from two different angles: legal
practice and industry sector. Our teams of specialised lawyers are
additionally grouped into dedicated, cross-specialty, industry-focused
teams. Whether you are looking for a dedicated legal specialist or a
team of industry insiders, at ALTIUS, we got your legal issue covered.
Choosing ALTIUS
as your Legal Partner
means…
At ALTIUS, we believe business is always personal. That’s why we’re so much more than just great lawyers; we are team players and relationship builders. Combining legal excellence with passion, optimism, and good judgement, we bring a fresh perspective and genuine commitment. Whatever your legal challenges, we think in new ways and find innovative solutions.
Our latest regulatory news
CJEU C-793/22 Biohemp – Indoor Cannabis Cultivation: The CJEU Weighs in
The Cannabis sativa L. plant serves a wide range of purposes, many of which are uncontroversial. It can be grown in the EU, in which context it is commonly called ‘hemp’. The plant notably produces cannabidiol (CBD), which the Court of Justice of the European Union has unequivocally ruled is not a narcotic drug. Nonetheless, some EU Member States remain reluctant to accept hemp cultivation.
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Belgium gears up to enforce the EU Deforestation Regulation
The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) was published on 9 June 2023 and came into force on 29 June 2023. Member States, including Belgium, must establish legal frameworks for enforcement.
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EU Court of Justice interprets import ban on Chinese animal products: fish oil for feed is not an exempted “fishery product”
On 21 March 2024, the EU Court of Justice (‘CJEU’) handed down its ruling in case C‑7/23, concerning a dispute between a feed company and the Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain. The parties differed in their interpretation of an EU import ban on products of animal origin coming from China. The Council of State sought the CJEU’s guidance.
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