According to EU Basic Ordinance (Ordinance (EC) No. 178/2002), food is a substance or product that is intended to be or that is expected to be ingested by humans. Food products serve first the purpose of providing nutrition and are drunk, chewed or eaten by people. However they satisfy not only the basic need to sate hunger, but also provide pleasure while being consumed. Food products encompass food, stimulants, food additives and dietary supplements. 

The quality of food in Germany can be classified as consistently high. Regular quality controls ensure a high level of food safety and thereby also constitute a protective function for the end consumer. Here, muva kempten GmbH acts as a link between food manufacturers and retailers or consumers. All activities are aimed at ensuring the quality of food and thus serve to protect the direct consumer.