Food Regulation-Food Safety, Recalls, Claims, Additives, Allergens and Biotechnology (Food and Drug Law Book 9)

This volume focuses on food safety, recalls, health claims, and other important topics related to the regulation of the United States food supply. Hailed as the most significant overhaul of food safety regulation, the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) became law in early 2011 and since that time FDA as issued regulations to enforce this law . Additionally, this volume details the collaborative approach to food safety initiatives by governmental agencies and the continued debate about a single food safety agency. Threats of bioterrorism continue and the safety of the United States food supply including food imports is crucial.
Accomplishments of the Food Safety and Inspection Service of the United States Department of Agriculture and the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition of the United States Food and Drug Administration are highlighted. Specific foodborne pathogens such as Listeria monocytogenes, E. coli O157:H7 and Salmonella are discussed. The significance of the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) system is explained.
Health claims on food labeling are detailed. Tolerance levels are explained and special topics such as obesity, bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE), trans fatty acids and biotechnology are reviewed. This volume concludes with a case discussion of the specific duties of a food manufacturer. Each chapter contains critical analysis issues to explore.