Discover how EU scientists develop test methods and guidelines to protect our food from chemicals that could be transferred from the materials they come in contact with.
Animal-free testing
Many cosmetics or medicines are tested on animals. In-vitro methods or computer-based models can reduce or even replace animal experiments in laboratories.
EU scientists promote and guide the development of new animal-free tests and provide databases.
Find out more about the EU Reference Laboratory for alternatives to animal testing
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