This Week in Hospitality & Retail — Brussels (#29, 2026)
Definitive anti-dumping duty imposed on pea protein from China; sustainability reporting standards simplified; new voluntary reporting standard introduced; biocidal approvals extended; new GI registered.
September 21, 2026 to September 27, 2026
Definitive anti-dumping duty imposed on pea protein from China; sustainability reporting standards simplified; new voluntary reporting standard introduced; biocidal approvals extended; new GI registered.
📋 In This Week's Newsletter
• 📅 This Week's Calendar in Brussels
• 🇪🇺 European Commission
• ⚖️ EU Legislation
• 📚 What We're Reading This Week
This Week's Calendar in Brussels
- Committee on Transport and Tourism (TRAN): On September 28, the European Parliament's Committee on Transport and Tourism (TRAN) is scheduled to meet. Agenda includes: * * *; A regulatory framework to promote the uptake of sustainable aviation fuels; Chair’s announcements.
European Commission
Eurobarometer survey underscores EU public support for agriculture and rural areas
On 21 September 2026, the European Commission released findings from its tenth Eurobarometer survey on Europeans, Agriculture and the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). The survey, conducted in all 27 Member States between May and June 2026, involved 26,456 respondents. It found that 95% of Europeans consider agriculture and rural areas important for the EU's future, and 93% believe securing a stable food supply is crucial. Commissioner Christophe Hansen commented that the CAP is central to delivering on these priorities. Quality, origin, environmental standards, and short supply chains are cited as key determinants in food purchasing decisions. The Commission will launch a new ‘European food’ campaign, as announced in President von der Leyen’s State of the Union speech. EU trade agreements are viewed positively, seen as diversifying markets and promoting EU standards globally.
EU and Philippines reach substantial agreement on Free Trade Agreement
On 21 September 2026, Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič and Philippine Secretary Ma. Cristina A. Roque announced a substantial breakthrough in EU–Philippines FTA negotiations. The deal will liberalise over 94% of tariff lines, covering more than 97% of goods on both sides. Both parties highlighted the FTA’s role in strengthening supply chains and providing opportunities for MSMEs, farmers, manufacturers, and consumers. Negotiating teams have been instructed to finalise the agreement, which will reinforce economic engagement between the EU and the Philippines amid global volatility.
EU Legislation (Official Journal)
Definitive anti-dumping duty imposed on pea protein imports from China
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/2101, published 25 September 2026 (CELEX: 32026R2101), imposes definitive anti-dumping duties on imports of high-protein pea protein from China. Duties are set at 40.5% for Sanjia Group and other cooperating companies, and 67.1% for Shuangta Group and all other imports. The regulation follows an extensive investigation under Regulation (EU) 2016/1036, with provisional duties imposed in April 2026, and confirms material injury to the EU industry. Provisional duties will be definitively collected, but retroactive collection is not triggered.
Imports of Pekin duck from China subject to registration for potential anti-dumping duties
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/2118 of 24 September 2026 (CELEX: 32026R2118) directs customs authorities to register imports of Pekin duck from China. Registration will enable retroactive collection of duties if anti-dumping measures are imposed following a complaint by EU producers and an investigation commenced in July 2026. The regulation sets registration to expire nine months after entry into force.
Union authorisation granted for Christeyns Peracetic Acid Biocidal Product Family
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/2116 of 8 September 2026 (CELEX: 32026R2116) grants Union authorisation to Christeyns NV for its Peracetic Acid Biocidal Product Family (product-types 2, 3, 4). The authorisation is valid from 15 October 2026 until 30 September 2036, enabling use across all Member States subject to the summary of product characteristics.
Expiry date for hydrogen peroxide approval in biocidal products postponed
Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2026/2131 of 24 September 2026 (CELEX: 32026D2131) postpones the expiry date for hydrogen peroxide approval in biocidal products (product-types 1–5) to 31 July 2029. The decision follows delays in evaluation by Finland’s competent authority and retains the original approval conditions until a renewal decision is made.
Expiry date for IPBC approval in biocidal products postponed
Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2026/2124 of 24 September 2026 (CELEX: 32026D2124) postpones the expiry date for IPBC approval in biocidal products of product-type 13 to 31 May 2029, due to delays in evaluation by Denmark’s competent authority.
Simplification of sustainability reporting standards adopted
Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2026/1563 of 3 July 2026 (CELEX: 32026R1563) amends Regulation (EU) 2023/2772, reducing the number of datapoints, prioritising quantitative information, and clarifying materiality. The new standards apply to financial years starting on or after 1 January 2027, with transitional provisions for 2026.
Voluntary sustainability reporting standard established for undertakings under value chain cap
Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2026/1560 of 3 July 2026 (CELEX: 32026R1560) sets a voluntary sustainability reporting standard for undertakings not subject to mandatory reporting under Directive 2013/34/EU. The standard applies from financial years beginning 1 January 2027 and specifies the ‘value chain cap’ for information requests.
Nivegy-völgy / Nivegy-völgyi registered as a geographical indication (PDO)
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/2105 of 14 September 2026 (CELEX: 32026R2105) registers 'Nivegy-völgy / Nivegy-völgyi' as a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) in the Union register, following Hungary’s application and absence of opposition.
GM soybean MON 94313 authorised for market placement
Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2026/2117 of 23 September 2026 (CELEX: 32026D2117) authorises products containing, consisting of, or produced from genetically modified soybean MON 94313 for food, feed, and other uses except cultivation. The authorisation is valid for 10 years and includes labelling and monitoring provisions.
New communicable diseases and health issues subject to EU epidemiological surveillance
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/2097 of 18 September 2026 (CELEX: 32026R2097) updates the list of communicable diseases and related health issues for EU-level epidemiological surveillance and revises case definitions. The updated regulation repeals Implementing Decision (EU) 2018/945 and applies from 1 July 2028.
What We're Reading This Week
- Foreign visitors drive gains in Greek tourism in July: International arrivals boost Greek tourism revenue and visitor numbers, signaling strong summer performance and economic impact in July.
