Trump officials propose new scrutiny of food additives and ingredients
Summary
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) proposed a new rule requiring food companies to notify the agency before using new ingredients or additives in packaged foods. This change would close a long-standing gap that lets companies decide on ingredient safety without informing the FDA. The agency also completed a definition of "ultraprocessed foods," which could lead to future regulations but has not yet been released.Key Facts
- The FDA wants companies to submit safety information for new food ingredients before use.
- Currently, companies can self-certify ingredients as safe without telling the FDA.
- Acting FDA Commissioner Kyle Diamantas said the new rule will improve the agency’s ability to monitor food safety after products hit the market.
- The FDA is accepting public comments on the proposal for 120 days.
- The agency has created a formal definition of "ultraprocessed food," but details are still being reviewed by the White House.
- Ultraprocessed foods include items like sugary cereals, sodas, chips, and frozen pizzas that contain artificial additives not typically found in home cooking.
- Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. supports stricter rules on additives like artificial colors and preservatives.
- About 10,000 food additives are allowed in the U.S., but many have not been fully reviewed by the FDA under the current system.
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