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Laws and Regulations Committee Update 10/2 - 10/5, 2018

Posted on October 05, 2018

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October 2, 2018

Federal Register

FDA

Rules

Food Additives Permitted in Feed and Drinking Water of Animals:

25-Hydroxyvitamin D3

Filed on: 10/01/2018 at 08:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 10/02/2018

FR Document: 2018-21396 PDF 8 Pages (182 KB) Permalink

Proposed Rules

Filing of Food Additive Petitions: Kemin Industries, Inc.

Filed on: 10/01/2018 at 08:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 10/02/2018

FR Document:2018-21395 PDF 5 Pages (27 KB) Permalink

Ø Chromium propionate as a source of supplemental chromium in horse feed.

USDA

Proposed Rules

United States Standards: Canola

Filed on: 10/01/2018 at 08:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 10/02/2018

FR Document: 2018-21426 PDF 2 Pages (92.4 KB) Permalink

Corn

Filed on: 10/01/2018 at 08:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 10/02/2018

FR Document: 2018-21427 PDF 2 Pages (92.3 KB) Permalink

Soybeans; Reopening of Comment Period

Filed on: 10/01/2018 at 08:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 10/02/2018

FR Document: 2018-21425 PDF 2 Pages (91.1 KB) Permalink

FDA

FY 2016 Pesticide Analysis Demonstrates Consistent Trends Over Five Years

FDA Issues New Export Certificates for Certain Foods

@SGottliebFDA, @FDAFood

· Every year, #FDA scientists test foods commonly eaten by consumers and animals for pesticide residues to ensure that they meet federal standards and don’t pose a risk to the public health. Today we’re releasing the latest set of results. https://go.usa.gov/xPBUr
· The results are from our 2016 Pesticide Monitoring Program report which show that in more than 7,000 samples, the overall levels of pesticide chemicals are below limits and don’t pose a risk to consumers or animals
· Our report also contains the results of a special testing assignment for glyphosate and glufosinate in corn, soybeans, milk and eggs. None of the samples contained violative levels of glyphosate or glufosinate and no residues were found in the milk and egg samples.
· #FDA may take action if any foods are found to contain pesticide residues that are found to contain pesticide residues that are above the federal standard to keep consumers safety
· Today we issued final results for the annual FDA Pesticide Residue Monitoring Program from foods collected in FY16. We found that the vast majority of samples were below the tolerance levels set by the @EPA. Find out more about this thorough process >>> http://go.usa.gov/xnjVz
· Enjoy this season’s bounty of apples! Make smart decisions selecting, washing, & preparing this fall treat. http://go.usa.gov/xXXvB #AppleMonth

FSIS

Sep 28, 2018 | PDF

FSIS Posts Foodborne Illness Outbreak Investigation Report
FSIS Posts Transcript and Recording from Whole Genome Sequencing Webinar
Reminder: USDA and FDA Will Hold a Joint Public Meeting on Use of Animal Cell Culture Technology to Develop Products Derived from Livestock and Poultry

AMS

USDA Files Action Against Sunrise International LLC in Florida for Alleged PACA Violations

USDA Files Action Against Spiech Farms LLC in Michigan for Alleged PACA Violations

October 3, 2018

Federal Register

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

Rules

Establishing a Performance Standard for Authorizing the Importation and Interstate Movement of Fruits and Vegetables; Correction

Filed on: 10/03/2018 at 08:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 10/04/2018

FR Document: 2018-21627 PDF 3 Pages (80.7 KB) Permalink

Notices

International Sanitary and Phytosanitary Standard-Setting Activities

Filed on: 10/03/2018 at 08:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 10/04/2018

FR Document: 2018-21577 PDF 17 Pages (163 KB) Permalink

FDA

Warning Letters

Letter Issue Date	Company Name	Issuing Office	Subject	Close Out Date
09/21/2018	Vinill Inc.	New York District Office	Seafood HACCP/CGMP for Foods/Adulterated/Insanitary Conditions	Not Issued *
08/28/2018	Duy Drugs Inc.	San Juan District Office	Dietary Supplement/New Drug/Misbranded	Not Issued *
08/15/2018	Don Julio Tropical Food LLC	San Juan District Office	CGMP/Food/Prepared, Packed or Held Under Insanitary Conditions/Adulterated	Not Issued *
06/01/2017	Appel Feinkost GmbH & Co. KG	Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition	Low Acid Canned Food Regulation/Adulterated	Not Issued *

AMS

USDA Settles a Case with Hatch Auction Inc., d.b.a. Cow House Resulting in a $650 Penalty

USDA Announces Changes to Handling Regulations for Some Irish Potatoes Grown in Idaho and Oregon

@FDAFood, @SGottliebFDA, @FDA_ORA

· #WednesdayWisdom – There are ways to decrease #FoodWaste & maintain #FoodSafety! See how they can work together. http://go.usa.gov/xNz9d
· Did you want to add your input to the FDA’s #NutritionInnovation Strategy? The clock is ticking… submit your feedback before next Thursday, October 11. http://go.usa.gov/xUPhT
· Food poisoning can occur after drinking #unpasteurized fruit & vegetable juice or cider. Read the label carefully or if making at home follow our safety steps to reduce bacteria https://go.usa.gov/xN9Gb
· We're now accepting applications from US-based food exporters for new export certificates for certain food https://go.usa.gov/xPBmz The certs will facilitate exports by helping industry fulfill importing country requirements for certification by FDA of FDA-regulated food products
· Gravel Ridge Farms acted swiftly to remove their eggs from store shelves. However, if you purchased, & there are Gravel Ridge Farms eggs in your refrigerator, throw them out or return to place of purchase, regardless of the date stamp.
· As of Oct 2, 2018, there are 38 illnesses & 10 hospitalizations assoc. w/ shell eggs from Gravel Ridge Farms, Cullman, AL. FDA continues work with @CDCgov, state, & local officials regarding the #Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak linked to these eggs. https://go.usa.gov/xPBRK
· A5a: Consumers should be careful when buying health products online. Don’t be a victim of #HealthFraud scams. #SaludTues #HHM https://go.usa.gov/xNE52
· A6c: Report the illegal sale of medical products online to the FDA. #SaludTues #HealthFraud #HHM https://www.fda.gov/Safety/ReportaProblem/ucm059315.htm …
· A4c: FDA/FTC warned companies illegally selling unapproved products that made false claims to help with opioid addiction and withdrawal #SaludTues #HealthFraud #HHM https://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm593602.htm …
· A4b: FDA recently took action against 21 websites marketing unapproved opioids as part of the agency’s effort to target illegal online sales. #SaludTues ##HealthFraud #HHM https://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm618658.htm …
· A3a: English learners are often targeted by companies selling fraudulent products. #SaludTues #HealthFraud https://youtu.be/ITibkQckMuo #HHM
· A2b: #HealthFraud also common for weight loss, body building and sexual performance products #SaludTues https://go.usa.gov/xNENU #SaludTues #HealthFraud #HHM
· A2a: #HealthFraud scams offer cures & treatments for conditions & illnesses such as cancer, diabetes, & HIV #SaludTues https://go.usa.gov/xNwHG #SaludTues #HealthFraud #HHM
· Using these 4 tips when eating raw seafood at restaurants can help you avoid food poisoning. #foodsafety

OEHHA

Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Title 27, California Code of Regulations - Amendment to Section 25805 Specific Regulatory Levels: Chemicals Causing Reproductive Toxicity n-Hexane

National Academies

USDA Receives Guidance on Updating Their Data Programs to More Completely Understand American Agriculture, Says New Report

October 4, 2018

Federal Register

Food and Drug Administration

Notices

Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals:

Electronic User Fee Payment Request Forms

Filed on: 10/04/2018 at 08:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 10/05/2018

FR Document: 2018-21682 PDF 4 Pages (14.9 KB) Permalink

Guidance:

Policy Regarding Quantitative Labeling of Dietary Supplements Containing Live Microbials

Filed on: 10/04/2018 at 08:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 10/05/2018

FR Document: 2018-21677 PDF 2 Pages (73.1 KB) Permalink

Environmental Protection Agency

Rules

Pesticide Tolerances: Flumioxazin

Filed on: 10/04/2018 at 08:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 10/05/2018

FR Document: 2018-21746 PDF 21 Pages (134 KB) Permalink

FSIS

JBS Tolleson, Inc. Recalls Raw Beef Products Due to Possible Salmonella Newport Contamination

Johnston County Hams Recalls Ready-To-Eat Ham Products Due to Possible Listeria Contamination

@FDAFood, @FDA_ORA, @SGottliebFDA

· Keep an eye on @USDAFoodSafety for recalls involving meat and other foods they regulate. Learn more here: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/home …
· DYK? Recalls are usually voluntary. Sometimes a company finds a problem & recalls a product on its own. Companies also recall products after FDA raises concerns. In all cases, FDA oversees the strategy & assesses the adequacy of the recall https://go.usa.gov/xQjzY #FDARecalls101
· #WednesdayWisdom – There are ways to decrease #FoodWaste & maintain #FoodSafety! See how they can work together. http://go.usa.gov/xNz9d
· Did you want to add your input to the FDA’s #NutritionInnovation Strategy? The clock is ticking… submit your feedback before next Thursday, October 11. http://go.usa.gov/xUPhT

AMS

USDA Settles a Case with Jerry & Carla Hixon dba Dairyman's & Cattleman's Beef Auction Resulting in a $1000 Penalty

APHIS

USDA Informs the Public on International Sanitary and Phytosanitary Standard-Setting Activities

October 5, 2018

Federal Register

Food and Drug Administration

Rules

Food Additive Regulations: Synthetic Flavoring Agents and Adjuvants