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  1. Wrap-Up of Federal and State Chemical Regulatory Developments, August 2024

    Bergeson & Campbell, P.C.August 21, 2024

    ysis of testing methodologies…” FDA makes the following “key points” on this web page:Some evidence suggests that microplastics and nanoplastics are entering the food supply, primarily through the environment;Current scientific evidence does not demonstrate that levels of microplastics or nanoplastics detected in foods pose a risk to human health; andFDA continues to monitor the research on microplastics and nanoplastics in foods and is taking steps to advance the science and ensure our food remains safe.Creation of this web page may signal that FDA views these substances as contaminants of emerging concern and may devote increased scrutiny to this area in the coming years.FDA Reopens Comment Period For Fluorinated Polyethylene Petition: On July 25, 2024, FDA reopened the comment period for a food additive petition (FAP) originally filed on April 26, 2024, that if approved would revoke the authorized indirect food additive use of fluorinated polyethylene at 21 C.F.R. Section 177.1615. 89 Fed. Reg. 60336. FDA is reopening the comment period for 60 days because the FAP was not uploaded to the docket, which did not allow respondents the ability to view the FAP. FDA is accepting comments until September 23, 2024.FDA Announces New Features In Cosmetics Direct: On July 29, 2024, FDA announced two new features for cosmetic product manufacturers responsible for facility registration and cosmetic product listing submissions under the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MoCRA). Users are now able to note a discontinuation and/or relisting of a cosmetic product within the electronic submission portal, Cosmetics Direct.FDA Announces User Fees For FSMA Programs: On July 30, 2024, FDA announced user fee rates under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) for importers approved to participate in the Voluntary Qualified Importer Program (VQIP) and accreditation and certification bodies interested in participating in the Accredited Third-Party Certification Program (TPP) for Fiscal Ye