Has powder made from flour beetle larvae been authorized for the food market in the EU?
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In January 2025, the European Commission officially authorized UV-treated powder made from whole *Tenebrio molitor* larvae, commonly known as the yellow mealworm, for market use. This landmark decision means that powder made from flour beetle larvae has been sanctioned as a novel food ingredient across the EU, following a rigorous safety assessment by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
