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FDA announces plan to phase out synthetic food dyes
The FDA has announced it will phase out synthetic food dyes—including Red 40 and Yellow 5—by 2026, marking a major shift toward natural additives.
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The impact of Trump’s tariffs and recent FDA cuts on food safety and security: experts react
Leading food safety experts, including Frank Yiannas, Bill Marler, Dr Darin Detwiler, Professor Chris Elliott, Tim Lang and Michael Bell OBE, weigh in on the far-reaching consequences of President Trump's tariffs and recent FDA budget cuts. The article delves into the risks to food safety, supply chains and global food…
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RFK’s push for food safety reform: experts analyse the debate over GRAS
A loophole in food safety regulations allows companies to bypass rigorous FDA oversight, potentially putting consumers at risk. Now, RFK Jr is taking aim at the 'Generally Recognised as Safe' (GRAS) system, sparking a debate that could reshape the future of food additives. Experts weigh in on the potential reforms…
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Label errors dominate 2024 US food recalls, costing industry $1.92 billion
Analysis of FDA data by global labelling and supply chain solutions leader Loftware has revealed that label errors led to nearly half of all US food recalls in 2024.
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Many US consumers unsure of how to heat food to prevent illness
A new survey has found that many US consumers do not know the correct temperatures to heat food to in order to kill viruses, and are unaware of the risks of drinking unpasteurised milk.
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Gourmey seeks cultivated foods approval in five key markets
Gourmey has filed applications in the U.S., Singapore, the UK, Switzerland and the European Union for approval of the sale of its cultivated foie gras.
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FDA approves Arla Foods’ whey protein hydrolysates for infant formula
Arla Foods has secured FDA approval for whey protein hydrolysates in infant formula, aiding allergy management and gut comfort for US infants.
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Recall Roundup: Salmonella and choking hazards
In this week’s Recall Roundup, we look at food recalls from the UK and US including Toxic Waste Slime Lickers being taken from shelves due to the possibility of them being a choking hazard.
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FDA updates allergen draft guidance
The FDA has made adjustments to its draft guidance, including allergen advice to support those living with an allergy to sesame.
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Revol Greens appoints Frank Yiannas as Advisor for Food Safety
After stepping down as Deputy Commissioner for Food Policy and Response at the FDA, Frank Yiannas will now be an Advisor for Food Safety for Revol Greens.
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Change at the FDA… Deputy Commissioner Announced!
Josh and Grace speak to Steven Mandernach about the appointment of James "Jim" Jones as Deputy Commissioner for the Human Foods Program and whether he thinks he is the right man for the job.
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Is the wait nearly over for FDA updates?
Reporting on what Donald Prater from the FDA has to say about updates at the Administration, Grace Galler highlights key takeaways from his talk at IAFP 2023.
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Prime time for investigation? US Senator urges FDA action
In recent statements, Majority Leader for the United States Senate Chuck Schumer has urged the FDA to investigate Prime drinks for their “absurd caffeine content”.
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USDA approves cultivated chicken for consumers
UPSIDE Foods and GOOD Meat are now able to start commercial production and sales of cultivated chicken for US consumers.
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World Food Safety Day: FDA priorities amid structural changes
This World Food Safety Day, New Food’s Grace Galler speaks to Consumer Brands Association’s Sarah Gallo about what the FDA should prioritising amid upheaval.
