News Article
Laws and Regulations Committee Update 9/20 - 9/21, 2018
Posted on September 21, 2018
Blog: Association of Food & Drug Officials (AFDO)
September 20, 2018
Federal Register
Notices
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals
Filed on: 09/20/2018 at 08:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 09/21/2018
FR Document: 2018-20559 PDF 4 Pages (92 KB) Permalink
Filed on: 09/20/2018 at 08:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 09/21/2018
FR Document: 2018-20586 PDF 3 Pages (105 KB) Permalink
Agricultural Marketing Service
Rules
Tart Cherries Grown in the States of Michigan, et al.; Free and Restricted Percentages for the 2017-18 Crop Year for Tart Cherries
Filed on: 09/20/2018 at 08:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 09/21/2018
FR Document: 2018-20583 PDF 35 Pages (388 KB) Permalink
FDA
FDA Opening VQIP Application Portal October 1
FSIS
Cargill Meat Solutions Recalls Ground Beef Products Due To Possible E. Coli O26 Contamination
FNS
USDA Provides North Carolina Children Affected by Hurricane Florence with Access to Free Meals
@FDAfood, @US_FDA, @SGottliebFDA, @FDA_ORA, @FDAMedia, @FDAanimalhealth, @FDArecalls, @FDASpox
- · Flood waters can carry harmful diseases and bacteria. Before salvaging canned food from #Flood water, make sure it’s safe! Screw-caps, snap lids, pull tops & crimped tops are NOT waterproof. More tips ↓ #Florence
- · True or false: You should rinse fruits BEFORE you start slicing and dicing even if you don’t plan to eat the rind. https://go.usa.gov/xPrVV
- · Statement from FDA Commissioner @SGottliebFDA on the FDA’s ongoing efforts to prevent foodborne outbreaks of Cyclospora https://go.usa.gov/xP2yX
- · As people return home and businesses begin to reopen, #FDA is committed to providing safety tips for the general public and technical assistance for businesses, such as advice on Restaurants and Grocers Reopening After Hurricanes and Flooding: https://go.usa.gov/xP2y6
- · My statement on the #FDA’s ongoing efforts to prevent food borne illness from Cyclospora and to address recent outbreaks: https://go.usa.gov/xP2yX
- · FDA has resources for food producers #Farmers in flooded areas! FDA has information that can be used for assessing potential damage to your food crops plus contact info. #HurricaneFlorence #Flood #Farms https://go.usa.gov/xPgTh
- · Heads up: #FDA will open the Voluntary Qualified Importer Program application portal on Oct. 1, 2018 for the FY2020 benefit period: https://go.usa.gov/xP2G7
- · The VQIP program provides expedited review and importation of foods into the U.S. for importers that meet certain requirements & demonstrate a high level of control over the safety & security of their supply chains.
- · HCPs! Here’s what you need to know about #foodborneillnesses: https://go.usa.gov/xPry4 . #NFSEM #freeCME
- · #Foodsafety can save you time and keep you healthy! Share if you’re not going to let #foodpoisoning ruin your day. https://go.usa.gov/xPrDZ
September 21, 2018
Federal Register
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Rules
Select Agent and Toxin List
Filed on: 09/21/2018 at 08:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 09/24/2018
FR Document: 2018-20694 PDF 5 Pages (167 KB) Permalink
FDA
GRAS
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GRN No. |
Substance |
Date of Closure |
FDA’s Letter |
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Phospholipase A1 produced by Aspergillus oryzae |
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Pending |
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Lactobacillus paracasei ssp. paracasei strain F-19e |
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Pending |
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Alpha-lactalbumin |
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Pending |
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Lipase from Aspergillus tubingensis produced in Trichoderma reesei |
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Pending |
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Streptococcus salivarius M18 |
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Pending |
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Dolomite |
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Pending |
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Apple peel powder |
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Pending |
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Pea protein |
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Pending |
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L-arabinose |
Aug 29, 2018 |
At the notifier's request, FDA ceased to evaluate this notice (in PDF) (47 kB) |
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Stevia leaf extract |
Aug 13, 2018 |
FDA has no questions (in PDF) (100 kB) |
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Carnobacterium divergens M35 preparation |
Aug 14, 2018 |
At the notifier's request, FDA ceased to evaluate this notice (in PDF) (31 kB) |
USDA
USDA Assistance Available for Flood Damaged Ag Land
FSIS
FNS
USDA Secretary Working to Empower Local School Leaders and Improve the School Meal Programs
USDA Eases Program Rules for South Carolina SNAP Participants Impacted by Florence
@FDAfood, @US_FDA, @SGottliebFDA, @FDA_ORA, @FDAMedia, @FDAanimalhealth, @FDArecalls, @FDASpox
- · Eating or drinking anything contaminated by floodwater can cause diarrheal disease, such as E. coli or Salmonella infection. Know how to protect you & your family: http://ow.ly/RKL730lTac0 #Florence
- · Lose 30 lbs. in 30 days! Don’t be fooled by promises of miraculous weight loss. WATCH this video to learn more about #healthfraud weight loss scams. http://bit.ly/2vpjogq
- · Do you use a food thermometer to check the #foodsafety of your home-cooked meals? RT if yes! https://go.usa.gov/xPrDj
- · It’s #FoodSafetyEducationMonth! 1 in 6 Americans get sick from eating contaminated food each year. LEARN MORE about the foodborne disease-causing organisms that can cause illness in the US. http://go.usa.gov/xQvpC
- · Learning the do’s and don’ts of food-safe #mealprep can help prevent #foodborneillness. Start putting these into practice to protect you and your family. https://go.usa.gov/xPrB5 #foodsafety #NFSEM
- · #NationalFoodSafetyEducationMonth is the perfect opportunity to teach your kids more about food safety. Start with our downloadable placemats that make learning fun. #StoryofYourDinner https://bit.ly/2iQgKbr
- · How can you use the #foodsafety steps to be more #foodsafe? Find out at: https://go.usa.gov/xPrK4 .