FDA may allow some toxic chemicals to be added to food without safety review

Regulator looks to expand loophole to allow dangerous compounds in food as long as they’re not carcinogenic
208 points by NewJazz 11 days ago www.theguardian.com 108 comments

Summary

The FDA is considering a proposal that could permit the addition of hazardous chemicals to food, provided they aren’t classified as carcinogenic. This move raises significant concerns about food safety and the potential health risks for consumers.

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