In 2008 the Scientific Committee has given an introductory advice (advice 26-2008) on relevant carcinogenic and/or genotoxic compounds in the diet. In a second advice (advice 09- 2010), the Scientific Committee handled contaminants that are associated with the transformation processes. This third opinion focuses on the risks of environmental carcinogenic and/or genotoxic contaminants in food. It describes, for each contaminant studied, carcinogenicity and genotoxicity, toxicological reference values, exposure and risk characterization. The compounds studied were classified into 3 categories based on risk. Others effects than carcinogenicity and/or genotoxicity (e.g. endocrine disruptors) were also taken into account for the classification. Given the low MOE values for arsenic and lead, the Scientific Committee considered these two compounds as of high concern for food safety and as first priority to take action to reduce exposure. Benzene, cadmium, methylmercury, dioxins & dioxins like polychlorinated ... : BE; nl; secretariaat.scicom@favv-afsca.be ...