Discussion paper on the effects of mercury on maternal health

Questions for the Committee

TOX/2025/03

Last updated: 27 January 2025

a)     Does the Committee think that the current level of exposure to mercury from the diet, drinking water, soil and air is a cause for concern for pregnant women or their foetuses?

b)     Does the Committee think that the EFSA TWIs for MeHg and inorganic Hg are acceptable for this risk assessment?

c)      Does the Committee have any other comments on this discussion paper?

Secretariat January 2025