News Article
Laws and Regulations Committee Update 2/28 - 3/1, 2019
Posted on March 01, 2019
Blog:
February 28, 2019
Federal Register
Notices
International Drug Scheduling; Convention on Psychotropic Substances; Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs; World Health Organization; Scheduling Recommendations:
Dronabinol (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol) and its Stereoisomers; Cannabis, Cannabis Resin, Extracts and Tinctures; Cannabidiol Preparations; and Pharmaceutical Preparations of Cannabis
Filed on: 02/28/2019 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 03/01/2019
FR Document: 2019-03662 PDF 24 Pages (230 KB) Permalink
Agricultural Marketing Service
Rules
Reauthorization of Dairy Forward Pricing Program
Filed on: 02/28/2019 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 03/01/2019
FR Document: 2019-03600 PDF 7 Pages (124 KB) Permalink
Notices
Continued Suspension of Supervision Fee Assessment under the United States Grain Standards Act
Filed on: 02/28/2019 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 03/01/2019
FR Document: 2019-03597 PDF 3 Pages (79.5 KB) Permalink
FDA
Recalls
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Date |
Brand |
Product Description |
Reason/Problem |
Company |
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02/27/2019 |
Joy Brand Chutneys and Pastes |
Undeclared sulfites |
Joy Gourmet Foods Inc |
FSIS
FSIS Directive 7120.1 Revision 49: Safe and Suitable Ingredients Used in the Production of Meat, Poultry, and Egg Products
Recalls
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Product Recalled |
Date of Recall |
Retail Distribution List |
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Feb 26, 2019 |
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Feb 26, 2019 |
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AMS
CVM
Schell returns to FDA to lead Surveillance and Compliance for CVM
OEHHA
@FrankYiannasFDA
- · 6 Tips from me on launching a #blockchain project, based on work I did on food traceability prior to joining the agency. https://twitter.com/
- · On behalf of @US_FDA, pleased to address food companies from all over the world on need for the public & private sector to work to together to strengthen food safety culture as a means to a achieve high rates of regulatory compliance and safer food. @myGFSI @US_FDA#gfsi2019
- · Americans expect their food to be safe, whether it’s domestic or imported. Our new strategy is designed to leverage our different authorities and tools to provide a multi-layered, data-driven, smarter approach to imported food safety. https://www.newfoodmagazine.com/news/80277/us-food-safety/
@US_FDA
- · Rep. @JeffFortenberry: “Is our imported food safe?” Commissioner @SGottliebFDA: “I believe our imported food is safe, and I have confidence in it.”
@FDAfood
- · #Outbreak of #Salmonella illness linked to tahini products appears to be over. FDA is still advising to NOT eat the recalled tahini w/exp dates from April 7, 2020 - May 21, 2020. For complete list of affected products http://go.usa.gov/xP6va
@FTC
- · When you’re reading product reviews, be skeptical about who is writing them. Your best bet may be to look for well-known websites that specialize in reviewing products, not selling them. Check out this video for more info: https://youtu.be/_pQkjrNK7N0 #advertising #marketing
@USCPSC
- · #Recall: +150k @harborfreight propane torches; the trigger on the torches that engages the flame can fail to disengage; burn risk. Get a free replacement. CONTACT: 800-444-3353, recall@harborfreight.comor http://www.harborfreight.com . Full recall notice http://bit.ly/2SvRZ50
- · #Recall: @HarborFreight +500k 12v rechargeable flashlights can overheat while charging, posing a burn hazard to consumers. Get refund in form of $5 gift card. CONTACT: 800-444-3353, recall@harborfreight.com or http://www.harborfreight.com . Full recall notice: http://bit.ly/2tFnEXI
- · Additional Reading: 'Potential Hazards Associated with Emerging and Future Technologies' - https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Report%20on%20Emerging%20Consumer%20Products%20and%20Technologies_FINAL.pdf …(PDF)
- · Read Now: Full remarks from CPSC Acting Chairman @AMBCPSC at #ICPHSO2019: http://bit.ly/2TnBBbe
March 1, 2019
Federal Register
Notices
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals:
Current Good Manufacturing Practices, Quality Control Procedures, Conduct of Audits, and Records
Filed on: 03/01/2019 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 03/04/2019
FR Document: 2019-03824 PDF 6 Pages (23.8 KB) Permalink
- Ø Relating to exempt infant formula
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Proposed Rules
Domestic Quarantine Regulations:
Pale Cyst Nematode
Filed on: 03/01/2019 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 03/04/2019
FR Document: 2019-03673 PDF 11 Pages (306 KB) Permalink
Notices
Environmental Impact Statements; Availability, etc.:
Predator Damage Management in Idaho
Filed on: 03/01/2019 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 03/04/2019
FR Document: 2019-03834 PDF 2 Pages (152 KB) Permalink
FSIS
Recalls
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Product Recalled |
Date of Recall |
Retail Distribution List |
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Feb 26, 2019 |
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Feb 25, 2019 |
FTC
Made in USA
Closing letter to Stephen Rycyna, Counsel for Cirrus Systems, Inc. (448.25 KB)
Closing letter to Justin Tollis, Counsel for Native Ken Eyewear, Inc. (449.63 KB)
Food & Water Watch
USDA Quietly Approves New Line Speed Waivers for Chicken Plants
@FrankYiannasFDA
- · Looking forward to making opening comments on behalf of @US_FDA at the Consumer Federation’s National Food Policy Conference on March 14. After all, whether you work in the public or private sector, we all serve the same boss - the consumer. @ConsumerFed
@SecretarySonny
- · America’s farmers play by the rules and they expect other countries to do the same. This finding is important to U.S. agriculture: https://bit.ly/2BZPZfY
@USCPSC
- · #Recall: @SkinCareCRL Numb 100 topical anesthetic creams, jars not child resistant, risk of poisoning to children if they touch/ingest gel; full refund/free replacement cream/cap. CONTACT: http://www.clinicalresolution.com or 877-566-9687. Full recall notice: http://bit.ly/2BXj8IC