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Lead in Food: Regulatory Imperatives and Industry Responsibilities

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Lead, a toxic metal, can enter the food supply through environmental contamination during the growing, raising or processing of foods. FDA’s Regulatory Framework on Lead in Food Lead contamination in food can arise from various environmental sources, including past usage of lead in paint, gasoline and plumbing materials.

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Mars Recalls Select Skittles, Starbust and Life Saver Gummies over Possible Metal Contamination

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The Mars recall follows the voluntary recall of about 60,000 jars of Skippy peanut butter over concerns that a limited number of jars could contain stainless steel fragments from an errant piece of manufacturing equipment last month. So why is metal contamination such a common reason for launching voluntary recalls?

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Worst Food Safety Scandals of 2023

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Salmonella Outbreak from Poultry — The US A widespread Salmonella outbreak linked to contaminated poultry affected thousands across multiple states this year. This persistent strain of Salmonella , also known as REPJFX01, not only led to significant illnesses but also prompted a massive recall and stricter regulations on poultry processing.

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Health Canada’s proposed amendments to the Food and Drug Regulations and the Medical Devices Regulations

Pharma in Brief

On July 31, 2021, Health Canada published a Notice of Intent outlining its plan to amend the Food and Drug Regulations ( FDR ) and the Medical Devices Regulations in the spring of 2022. The amendments contemplate labelling flexibilities for special containers. Food and Drug Regulations , C.R.C., Manufacturing Controls.

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It’s About Time: FDA’s Proposed Rule to Amend Prior Notice Regulations

FDA Law Blog

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a proposed rule that would amend its prior notice regulations to add new information requirements and deadlines. food supply is safe by shifting the focus of federal regulators from responding to contamination to preventing it. By Sophia R.

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The Pros and Cons of Reusable Takeaway Containers + BetterBrand’s New Varieties of The Better Bagel – Xtalks Life Food Podcast Ep. 115

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The Rethink Plastic alliance, in collaboration with a coalition of 81 organizations, is advocating for the integration of effective reuse systems into the European Union’s (EU’s) Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation. This push aims to mitigate waste produced by single-use plastic takeaway packaging.

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Top 12 Foods with the Most Pesticides

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According to the EWG, about 95 percent of nonorganic strawberries, certain leafy greens (including spinach, kale, collard and mustard greens), grapes, peaches and pears contain detectable levels of pesticides. The EWG also provides a “Clean Fifteen” list , highlighting produce with the least pesticide contamination.