The FDA announced a 30-month delay for food companies to trace contaminated products through the supply chain, initially set for January 2026, aimed to reduce food-borne illnesses. This rule, part of the 2011 food safety law, is crucial as previous outbreaks demonstrated the risks associated with food contaminants. Advocacy groups, such as Consumer Reports, criticized the delay, emphasizing that many companies were prepared, and this postponement increases health risks. The discussion about food safety comes amidst broader concerns about contamination and regulatory cuts within the Trump administration's first months.
The FDA's 30-month delay in food tracing requirements has alarmed advocacy groups, who argue it puts consumers at risk after years of preparation by the industry.
Consumer Reports' Brian Ronholm stated that this decision is disappointing and risks consumer health, as many retailers were already compliant with the upcoming rule.
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