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Caffeine Safety Legislation Introduced in Congress

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On March 31, 2025, Congress saw the reintroduction of H.R. 2511, the Sarah Katz Caffeine Safety Act. The bill would amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish new regulatory requirements for labeling the...more

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FDA Issues Final Guidance Setting Action Levels for Lead in Food Intended for Babies and Young Children

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a final guidance for industry titled Action Levels for Lead in Processed Food Intended for Babies and Young Children (Final Guidance). The final action levels apply only to...more

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FDA Authorizes Marketing of Zyn Nicotine Pouches

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved the marketing of 20 Zyn nicotine pouches, marking the first time nicotine pouches have received such authorization. This decision came through the premarket...more

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FDA Bans the Use of Red No. 3 in Food and Ingested Drugs

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On January 16, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it is revoking the authorization for use of FD&C Red No. 3 in food (including dietary supplements) and ingested drugs. The dye is commonly used in...more

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FDA’s Fresh Take on Use of “Healthy” in Food Labeling

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On December 19, 2024, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a new final rule titled “Food Labeling: Nutrient Content Claims; Definition of Term ‘Healthy.’” The rule revises regulations that govern when food...more

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