Laws and Regulations Committee Update – June 16 – 17, 2020
FDA
GRAS Notices
| GRN No. | Substance | Date of Closure | FDA’s Letter |
| 893 | D-psicose | Jun 5, 2020 | At the notifier’s request, FDA ceased to evaluate this notice (in PDF)8 (58 kB) |
AMS
USDA Meat and Fish Purchase Program Announced
@FrankYiannasFDA
- RT @GS1Connect: @FrankYiannasFDA @US_FDA shares how the ‘New Era of Smarter #FoodSafety‘ will not only transform the food #supplychain, but also build consumer trust. Don’t miss his opening keynote session at 10:15am ET tomorrow. http://ow.ly/N48D30qM47c
@FDAfood
- Questions about #foodsafety & #COVID19? Know that we at the U.S. FDA are committed to helping ensure that the food supply is safe & that the food supply chain, from farm to table, is not disrupted https://go.usa.gov/xdJE5
June 17, 2020
Federal Register
Environmental Protection Agency
Rules
Pesticide Tolerances:
Fenpyroximate
Filed on: 06/17/2020 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 06/18/2020
FR Document: 2020-11516 PDF 13 Pages (115 KB) Permalink
Notices
Meetings:
Codex Alimentarius Commission
Filed on: 06/17/2020 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 06/18/2020
FR Document: 2020-13165 PDF 5 Pages (188 KB) Permalink
FDA
Warning Letters
| Posted Date | Issue Date | Company | Issuing Office | Subject |
| 06/16/2020 | 05/21/2020 | NutraCap Labs LLC | Division of Human and Animal Food Operations East III | CGMP/Dietary Supplement/Adulterated |
| 06/16/2020 | 05/29/2020 | Cali Rice Valley Inc. | Division of Human and Animal Food Operations West V | Seafood HACCP/CGMP for Foods/Adulterated/Insanitary Conditions |
| 06/16/2020 | 06/01/2020 | Morningstar Minerals LLC | Division of Human and Animal Food Operations West IV | Unapproved New Drugs/Misbranded |
AMS
USDA Trade Mitigation Purchases to Feed People in Need and Aid American Farmers Surpass $2B
Food & Water Watch
Renewed Call for Governor Brown to Enact an Immediate Mega-Dairy Moratorium Comes as State Attempts to Curb Greenhouse Gas Emissions
@SteveFDA
- FDA knows organizations may want to conduct screening of asymptomatic people to assure the safety of their employees, patients, students & others. Please refer to our FAQs with information regarding tests for broad screening of asymptomatic people. https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/emergency-situations-medical-devices/faqs-testing-sars-cov-2#validation
@FrankYiannasFDA
- The FDA is aware of reports that China will begin testing foods (particular produce, seafood and meat) for COVID-19. There is currently NO evidence of the transmission of COVID-19 through food and there are no known or suspected cases linked to food. https://www.fda.gov/emergency-preparedness-and-response/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/covid-19-frequently-asked-questions#food
- We continue to review all available science as we assess the virus that causes COVID-19. Following standard hygiene practices, safe food handling, and using cooking practices that protect us from foodborne illness remain important. https://www.fda.gov/food/buy-store-serve-safe-food/safe-food-handling
- RT @GS1Connect: “The need to digitize the food system will only get stronger.” @FrankYiannasFDA @US_FDA shares the lessons learned from #COVID19 and how to create a more resilient food #supplychain. #GS1ConnectDigital
- We released this video at the start of the pandemic, but it remains true today. There continues to be NO evidence of food being associated with the transmission of COVID-19. https://go.usa.gov/xvrsp
@SecretarySonny
- @USDA‘s Food Purchase and Distribution Program represents just one of the many ways USDA is working hard to fulfill its mission to “Do Right and Feed Everyone.”
@DrMayneFDAFood
- There is currently no evidence of human or animal food or food packaging being associated with transmission of #COVID19. Here are some ways to protect yourself and your family while shopping for & preparing food during the pandemic: https://youtu.be/3TtHg5XgZzI
@FDAfood
- If you’re consuming more packaged foods while #socialdistancing, the #NutritionFactslabel can make it easier for you to make healthier food choices. Here are some tips to keep in mind: https://go.usa.gov/xvsGP