Laws and Regulations Committee Update June 4 – 6, 2018
Federal Register
Environmental Protection Agency
Rules
Pesticide Tolerances:
Alpha-cypermethrin
Filed on: 06/04/2018 at 08:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 06/05/2018
FR Document: 2018-12066 PDF 13 Pages (317 KB) Permalink
Tolerance Exemptions:
Ethoxylated Fatty Acid Methyl Esters
Filed on: 06/04/2018 at 08:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 06/05/2018
FR Document: 2018-12060 PDF 18 Pages (416 KB) Permalink
FDA
Recalls
| Date | Brand Name | Product Description | Reason/Problem | Company |
| 06/01/2018 | Sanders Candy | Fudge Bites | Undeclared almonds | Sanders Candy |
| 06/01/2018 | SDQ Trading | Cheese biscuits | Undeclared milk | SDQ Trading Inc. |
FSIS
Supermercado Selectos Recalls Raw, Frozen Meat and Poultry Products Produced Without Benefit of Inspection
Jun 01, 2018 | PDF
- FSIS Publishes Final Rule to Eliminate Trichinae Control Regulations
- FSIS Information Sheet on Antibiotic Residues in FSIS-Regulated Products
- Reminder: PHIS Export Component to Launch June 29
- FSIS Webinar on Individual Salmonella Category Status for Poultry Parts and Comminuted Poultry
APHIS
APHIS Updates its Animal Welfare Regulations to Provide Certain Small Scale Dealers and Exhibitors with Additional Exemptions from Licensing Requirements
AMS
Recorded Webinar on Proposed National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard
Transcript of Webinar (pdf)
OEHHA
CSPI
WHO Panel Nixes Support for Sugary Drink Taxes
@FDAfood, @US_FDA, @SGottliebFDA, @FDA_ORA, @FDAMedia, @FDAanimalhealth, @FDArecalls
- The FDA continues to investigate the outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections associated with romaine lettuce from the Yuma growing region. Any contaminated product from the Yuma growing region is no longer available for consumption. https://go.usa.gov/xQf4f
- We are committed to investigating the source of the outbreak and working with industry to help prevent similar events in the future.
- #FridayCaseFiles – 2015: Raw Deal Inc: Owner of dietary supplement company told employees to add “fillers” like cocoa replacer and rice flours to supplements, diluting and adulterating the products: http://bit.ly/2I6jt17 #FDAOCI
- Barbequing this weekend? Use a food thermometer to reach safe cooking temperatures for what’s on your grill. Is your chicken done to 165°F? The burgers at 160°F? We’ve got these & other #foodsafety tips http://go.usa.gov/xNGb7
- The E. coli outbreak linked to romaine is serious and tragic. Federal officials updated the case counts today and we’re devoting considerable effort to identifying the primary source of contamination. http://go.usa.gov/xQwXc
- Our thoughts are with the families of those who passed away. Our goal is to find a possible explanation so that steps can be taken to prevent this tragedy from recurring. http://go.usa.gov/xQwXc
- Remembering when the jelly on your peanut butter sandwich wasn’t really jelly–and how the FDA protects you from such deception. https://www.flickr.com/photos/fdaphotos/40692239540/in/album-72157624615595535/ … #FlashbackFriday
- SDQ Trading Inc Issues Alert on Undeclared Milk Allergen in Cheese Biscuits http://dlvr.it/QVtn4t
- Sanders Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Almonds in Fudge Mini Bites http://dlvr.it/QVvyPj
- Because it’s June! Local fresh fruits & vegetables made it to the farmer’s markets. Have you? https://go.usa.gov/xQw99 #FreshFruit
- Enjoy #NationalCheeseDay. Check the label to make sure it pasteurized! http://go.usa.gov/xXqsH
- TOMORROW: #FDAORA Office of Human and Animal Food Operations West Director Joann Givens will discuss FSMA progress, updates, and what comes next at @EP_NAFS North American Food Safety & Quality 2018. #NAFS18 #ORAInfo
June 5, 2018
FDA
Recalls
| Date | Brand Name | Product Description | Reason/Problem | Company |
| 06/04/2018 | Meijer | Dill Pickle Flavored Potato Chips | undeclared milk | Shearer’s Foods, LLC |
FSIS
Goodman Food Products Recalls Fully Cooked Ground Beef Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination
AMS
USDA Files Action Against Tumi Produce International Corp. in New York for Alleged PACA Violations
OIRA
| AGENCY: USDA-APHIS | RIN: 0579-AE14 | Status: Pending Review |
| TITLE: Conditions for Payment of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Indemnity Claims | ||
| STAGE: Final Rule | ECONOMICALLY SIGNIFICANT: No | |
| ** RECEIVED DATE: 06/04/2018 | LEGAL DEADLINE: None |
@FDAfood, @US_FDA, @SGottliebFDA, @FDA_ORA, @FDAMedia, @FDAanimalhealth, @FDArecalls
- Hurricane season is here. Prepare now for unpredictable weather emergencies, as floods & power outages from storms can cut off water supplies & quickly contaminate food. Use these FDA resources to protect yourself, your family & pets: https://go.usa.gov/xQUmq
- Whether aiming to gain muscle or lose weight, meal prep may be a large part of your healthy lifestyle. Don’t let food poisoning delay reaching your goals! Cooked meals are only safe for up to 4 days in the fridge. #MensHealthMonth
- Do your part to decrease #foodwaste for #WorldEnvironmentDay & every day. http://go.usa.gov/xNz9d
- Shearer’s Foods, LLC Issues an Allergy Alert for Undeclared Milk in Meijer Brand Dill Pickle Flavored Potato Chips http://dlvr.it/QWC5y1
- I look forward to hosting @SecretarySonny at #FDA’s campus for a town hall meeting later today to discuss our collaborative efforts to enhance food safety and continuing efforts under a formal agreement we signed in January: https://go.usa.gov/xQ7NW
June 6, 2018
Federal Register
Notices
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals:
Record Retention Requirements for Soy Protein and Risk of Coronary Heart Disease Health Claim
Filed on: 06/06/2018 at 08:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 06/07/2018
FR Document: 2018-12216 PDF 3 Pages (82.4 KB) Permalink
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Notices
Determinations:
Classical Swine Fever and Swine Vesicular Disease Status of Japan
Filed on: 06/06/2018 at 08:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 06/07/2018
FR Document: 2018-12186 PDF 4 Pages (83.8 KB) Permalink
Environmental Assessments; Availability, etc.:
Bayer CropScience LP; Cotton Genetically Engineered For Resistance to HPPD-Inhibitor Herbicides (e.g., Isoxaflutole) and Glyphosate
Filed on: 06/06/2018 at 08:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 06/07/2018
FR Document: 2018-12187 PDF 8 Pages (186 KB) Permalink
Environmental Protection Agency
Rules
Pesticide Tolerances:
Acequinocyl
Filed on: 06/06/2018 at 08:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 06/07/2018
FR Document: 2018-12297 PDF 20 Pages (339 KB) Permalink
FDA
Warning Letters
| Letter Issue Date | Company Name | Issuing Office | Subject | Close Out Date |
| 05/31/2018 | Fair Fish Co., Inc. | New York District Office | Seafood HACCP/CGMP for Foods/Adulterated/Insanitary Conditions | Not Issued * |
| 05/29/2018 | LiquidCaffeine.com | Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition | Dietary Supplement/Adulterated | Not Issued * |
| 05/29/2018 | Dual Health Body and Mind | Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition | Dietary Supplement/Adulterated | Not Issued * |
| 05/17/2018 | Silver Armor, Inc. | Atlanta District Office | Unapproved New Drugs/Misbranded | Not Issued * |
USDA
FSIS
Update on Partially Hydrogenated Oils in Meat, Poultry and Egg Products
FNS
FY 2018 NSLP Equipment Assistance Grants for School Food Authorities
AMS
USDA Restricts PACA Violators in California and Texas from Operating in the Produce Industry
USDA Restricts PACA Violators in Florida and Georgia from Operating in the Produce Industry
OIRA
| AGENCY: USDA-APHIS | RIN: 0579-AD44 | Status: Concluded |
| TITLE: Lacey Act Implementation Plan: De Minimis Exception | ||
| STAGE: Proposed Rule | ECONOMICALLY SIGNIFICANT: No | |
| RECEIVED DATE: 02/27/2018 | LEGAL DEADLINE: None | |
| REVIEW EXTENDED | ||
| ** COMPLETED: 06/05/2018 | COMPLETED ACTION: Consistent with Change |
| AGENCY: USDA-APHIS | RIN: 0579-AE36 | Status: Concluded |
| TITLE: Lacey Act Implementation Plan: Composite Plant Materials | ||
| STAGE: Prerule | ECONOMICALLY SIGNIFICANT: No | |
| RECEIVED DATE: 02/27/2018 | LEGAL DEADLINE: None | |
| ** COMPLETED: 06/05/2018 | COMPLETED ACTION: Consistent with Change |
GAO
FARM PROGRAMS: Information on Payments [Reissued with Revisions Jun. 05, 2018]
@FDAfood, @US_FDA, @SGottliebFDA, @FDA_ORA, @FDAMedia, @FDAanimalhealth, @FDArecalls
- FDA warns companies to stop selling dangerous and illegal pure and highly concentrated caffeine products https://go.usa.gov/xQ7Vy
- FDA will continue to take action against those responsible for illegally selling certain highly concentrated #caffeine products considered a threat to public health. FDA issued warning letters to http://liquidcaffeine.com & Dual Health Body and Mind. https://go.usa.gov/xQ7vB
- “Despite being informed of the dangers of highly concentrated and pure caffeine; we’re still finding companies that are disregarding consumer safety by illegally selling products with potentially dangerous and lethal amounts of caffeine… …”
- The FDA recently released a guidance for industry to help companies determine if their pure and highly concentrated caffeine products are adulterated and pose an unacceptable risk to consumers. https://go.usa.gov/xQ7wr
- We’ve already seen at least two deaths linked to pure or concentrated caffeine, and we’ll be enforcing the law to protect consumers from these products” – @SGottliebFDA
- FDA and @USDA announce key step to advance collaborative efforts to streamline produce safety requirements for farmers https://go.usa.gov/xQ7As
- Who regulates it – @USDA or #FDA?? @secretarysonny and I put my staff to food regulation pop quiz. Well done, FDA! You make me proud.
- We couldn’t let @secretarysonny leave without a small token to remind him of #FDA. From our colleagues at CFSAN, a shirt with a caption that reads “The ‘F’ in FDA”
- Interagency confab with @SGottliebFDA and @SecretarySonny at FDA. Very rare to see a Secretary of Agriculture at @US_FDA.
- Caffeine can be made available in safe ways. This warning from FDA about highly concentrated caffeine products is important to prevent serious adverse events and death. @DukeForge
- Thanks @SecretarySonny for coming to today’s Town Hall at FDA; especially the discussion of the collaborative efforts of @USDA and @FDAfood #foodsafety #FSMA
- Today @SecretarySonny and I announced a key step to advance collaborative efforts between the #FDA and @USDA to streamline produce safety requirements for farmers: https://go.usa.gov/xQ77j
- FDA has issued warning letters to the parties responsible for illegally selling certain highly concentrated caffeine products. We consider these to be a threat to public health. https://go.usa.gov/xQ7vB
- Dr. Susan Mayne’s stellar leadership and the @US_FDA‘s Nutrition Innovation Strategy are poised to improve our nation’s health.
- While enjoying #FreshFruitandVegetablesMonth be sure to start with these safe handling tips to protect yourself from #Foodborneillness http://go.usa.gov/xXXvB
- Men, beware! Products falsely marketed as “dietary supplements” or “foods” that promise to enhance your sexual performance or increase sexual stimulation may contain hidden drugs or other ingredients and can endanger your health! MORE: https://go.usa.gov/xQQDK #MensHealthMonth