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CHPA Submits Comments on EDF Citizen Petition, Urges FDA to Deny It

Today, the Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA) submitted comments to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in response to a Citizen Petition from the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) asking FDA to revoke the use of the colorant titanium dioxide (TiO2) in foods, including dietary supplements.

Aug 31, 2023

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Comments Regarding Filing of Color Additive Petition from Environmental Defense Fund, et al.; Request to Revoke Color Additive Listing for Use of Titanium Dioxide in Food

CHPA strongly urges the Food and Drug Administration to deny the petition to repeal 21 CFR 73.575, which permits the use of TiO2 in food and dietary supplements. Based on extensive scientific research and regulatory evaluations, TiO2 is deemed safe for use as a food additive when consumed within established regulatory limits.

Aug 29, 2023

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