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The US Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) formal regulation of food packaging began in 1958 with the Food Additives Amendment to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Since that time, the FDA has employed various...more
This regular publication by DLA Piper lawyers focuses on helping clients navigate the ever-changing business, legal, and regulatory landscape. FDA rolls out Phase II of long-term sodium reduction plan. FDA has released new,...more
On August 7, 2024, the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) published its updated “Salmonella Framework for Raw Poultry Products” consisting of a proposed rule and...more
A recent Congressional report identified the risk of toxic heavy metal contamination of various brands of commercial baby food. Palmquist v. Hain Celestial Group is one of the first of many cases pending nationwide seeking...more
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration – acting under its Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), as amended, 21 U.S.C. § 2201 et seq., to address the safety of all FMSA-covered produce other than sprouts (Covered Produce) – on...more
On April 26, 2024, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced its final determination to declare Salmonella an adulterant in not-ready-to-eat (NRTE) but appears ready-to-eat...more
Food manufacturers should pay close attention to the recent developments surrounding chlormequat chloride (chlormequat), a chemical that plaintiffs claim has been detected in various food products sold in the United States....more
LEGISLATION, REGULATIONS & STANDARDS - FDA Announces End of PFAS Use in Food Packaging - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that grease-proofing materials containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl...more
While the term “microplastics” has been making waves in certain circles, especially in the context of seafood and water, broader public unease about their presence in our foods is ramping up at a concerning pace. A recently...more
LEGISLATION, REGULATIONS & STANDARDS - GAO: FDA Should Finalize Plans to Implement New Traceability Rule - The Government Accountability Organization (GAO) has recommended that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration...more
2024 is poised to be a big year for food regulation, particularly as federal agencies work to implement their regulatory agendas in preparation for a possible change in administration after the 2024 election. Here are the key...more
What do eggnog, Christmas pudding, gingerbread cookies, and fruit cake all have in common? Cinnamon. But this year, the spice giving these desserts their holiday cheer could also come with a toxic level of lead....more
You have probably heard that scientists around the world are searching for sustainable, climate safe ways to keep up with the steadily increasing demand for protein sources to feed the World’s population. According to the...more
The California Food Safety Act, a law that bans the sale of foods containing four specific chemical additives, has been signed into California law. The law takes effect on January 1, 2027....more
Known for being resistant to grease, oil, water, and heat, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have had a number of applications in food-contact materials regulated by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)....more
Baby formula has sadly made headlines in recent years as a result of shortages, plant closures, contamination, and lawsuits. A major infant formula class action lawsuit is ongoing against manufacturers Enfamil and Similac for...more
On April 25, 2023, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced its proposed determination to declare Salmonella an adulterant in not-ready-to-eat (NRTE) but appears...more
On March 4, 2021, we wrote about lawsuits concerning alleged high levels of heavy metals in baby foods (“Are Your Baby’s Strained Carrots Safe? Considerations for Manufacturers”). A precipitating factor was a staff report...more
A salmonella outbreak that sickened hundreds brought the largest criminal penalty ever imposed following a criminal conviction in a food safety case. Our Food & Beverage and White Collar, Government & Internal Investigations...more
We have all heard stories of lead exposure from paint. Recently, high lead levels in dark chocolate have made headlines. But have you ever considered that lead could be lurking in your spice rack?...more
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published a final rule creating additional recordkeeping requirements for foods listed on the Food Traceability List. The final rule was published in the Federal Register on...more
On November 21, 2022, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) officially published its Final Rule: Requirements for Additional Traceability Records for Certain Foods (“Final Rule”) in the Federal Register. The Final Rule...more
The U.S. Government Accountability Office (“GAO”) issued a July 2022 report to urging federal agencies to better coordinate regulatory guidance on food-related challenges, including diet-related chronic health conditions and...more
In this week’s episode of Wiley’s “Food For Thought and Thoughts on Food” podcast, Senior Counsel Bob Hibbert and Associate Amaru Sánchez provide listeners a brief journey through the legal and policy history regarding USDA’s...more
FSIS has announced plans to declare Salmonella an adulterant in not-ready-to-eat (NRTE) breaded and stuffed chicken products that may appear ready-to-eat (RTE). The change is not yet effective. FSIS has also highlighted...more