Safety evaluation of an extension of use of the food enzyme carboxypeptidase D from the genetically modified Aspergillus oryzae strain NZYM-MK

The food enzyme carboxypeptidase D (EC 3.4.16.6) is produced with the genetically modified Aspergillus oryzae strain NZYM‐MK by Novozymes A/S. The safety of this food enzyme was evaluated previously, and it did not give rise to safety concerns when used in five food manufacturing processes. Subsequently, the applicant has requested to extend its use to include two additional processes. In this assessment, EFSA updated the safety evaluation of this food enzyme when used in a total of seven food manufacturing processes.