Federal Register #FDA-2023-C-5679

FDA Seeks Comments on Removing Specific Solvents from Food Color Additive Regulations

This notice concerns a regulatory action by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding color additive regulations: - Government Buyer: - Department of Health and Human Services - Food and Drug Administration (FDA) - Action: FDA is reopening the comment period for a petition to amend regulations on color additives used in food. - Petition Details: - Seeks to remove Ethylene Dichloride, Methylene Chloride, and Trichloroethylene as permitted solvents in color additive mixtures for food use. - Petitioners include the Environmental Defense Fund and others. - Requested Information: - FDA is soliciting updated data and stakeholder input on the practical impact for food manufacturers if these solvents are phased out. - No specific products, OEMs, or vendors are named, as this is a regulatory request for information, not a procurement. - Regulation Reference: Part 73 of Title 21 (Color Additive Regulations).

Description

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is reopening the comment period for a petition published on January 11, 2024. The petition proposes amendments to the color additive regulations to remove three specified solvents: Ethylene Dichloride, Methylene Chloride, and Trichloroethylene. The reopening allows for submission of updated data and information over the last two years. Comments must be submitted by June 29, 2026. The petition is associated with Docket No. FDA-2023-C-5679 and references Part 73 of Title 21 regulations.

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