FDA just dropped how they stop plastic in your food
The federal government broke down its process for keeping weird stuff from packaging and machinery from leaching into what you eat.
By Foodie Pundit Newsroom - Published - Updated - Section: Policy Regulation
Key points
- The FDA is in charge of making sure materials touching your food, from packaging to equipment, are safe.
- Companies must prove a new substance is safe before it can be used in contact with food through a "Food Contact Notification" process.
- The FDA has 120 days to object to a new substance; if it doesn't, the substance is approved for use.
- This system creates a clear regulatory path for manufacturers of packaging and food processing equipment.
- The official record explains the process but does not detail specific company submissions or enforcement actions.
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