Sour cherry seeds (Prunus cerasus L.) are novel in general foods and not novel in food supplements in the EU

The request concerns using sour cherry (Prunus cerasus L.) seeds in milk alternatives and confectionery after appropriate processing. The seeds, not the oil, are considered, and the product is not classified as novel in food supplements. While sour cherry seeds have been used in food supplements, there is no evidence of significant consumption in the EU before May 15, 1997. The product falls under EU Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 for plant-derived food.