FDA proposes new requirement for food safety notices
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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is proposing a change to how companies report certain food ingredients. Currently, some companies can claim a substance is “generally recognized as safe” (GRAS) without formally notifying the agency first.
Why it matters: This is an administrative change aimed at increasing oversight. It moves certain food ingredients from a system where companies self-certify their safety to a system where they must proactively notify the FDA of their intent to use them.
Who it affects
- Food and animal feed manufacturers
This is a proposed rule from the FDA; readers should consult the Federal Register for full details before relying on this information.
Agency: Health and Human Services Department, Food and Drug Administration
Source: Federal Register — read the official document