(5)For that purpose, a program for the re-evaluation of food additives is laid down in the Commission Regulation (EU) No 257/2010note. Pursuant to Regulation (EU) No 257/2010 the re-evaluation of food additives other than colours and sweeteners has to be done until 31 December 2018. However, certain food additives, including montan acid esters (E 912), havehigher priority and should be evaluated earlier.