In the search for alternative dietary protein sources, insects appear to offer great potential. Currently there are no specific regulations neither in Belgium, nor in Europe, on the breeding and marketing of insects destined for human consumption. The trade of a number of insect species destined for human consumption is however tolerated in Belgium. In this context, the Scientific Committee and the Superior Health Council are asked to give advice on the potential risks (hazards) associated with the consumption of these insects (entomophagy). Worldwide there are about 2.000 edible insects species known and, in certain regions, insects are already eaten for ages by humans. Nevertheless, there is only little scientific literature available on the food safety of insects. To guarantee the food safety of entomophagy on a large scale, more research on the microbial and chemical safety of insects destined for human consumption is needed. In this advisory report, the potential microbial, chemical (including ... : BE; nl; secretariaat.scicom@favv-afsca.be ...