FDA is committed to reducing lead in food.  FDA’s Closer to Zero initiative is a science-based, iterative approach to decreasing toxic elements, including lead, in foods over time, including by setting action levels. The purpose of this guidance is to provide information to industry on the action levels for lead in processed food intended for babies and […]

About Organic Labeling: An overview of key requirements and the various labeling categories allowed under the USDA organic regulations. Organic product labels must be reviewed and approved by a USDA-accredited certifying agent before being used in the marketplace. What requirements do organic products have to meet? Organic products must be produced using agricultural production practices […]

When to recall Food Product: A problem is identified and assessed A food business may be informed of a problem with any of its food products via the following mechanisms: in-house testing indicates that there may be a potential problem with a particular food product or batch customer / consumer complaints / feedback (e.g. phone […]

Essential requirements on the composition and the reusable and recoverable, including recyclable, nature of packaging: Specific requirements to the manufacturing and composition of Packaging: Packaging shall be so manufactured that the packaging volume and weight be limited to the minimum adequate amount to maintain the necessary level of safety, hygiene and acceptance for the packed […]

Food Safety Tips for Consumers: To keep protect against foodborne illness, people should, follow these four simple steps: clean, separate, cook, and chill. People should consult their healthcare provider if they suspect that they have developed symptoms of foodborne illnesses like: Salmonellosis Listeriosis coli infections Hepatitis A infections Cyclosporiasis Consumers should follow these steps for […]