The FDA published a final rule notice August 22 amending the food additive regulations to provide for the safe use of ionizing radiation for control of food-borne pathogens, and extension of shelf-life, in fresh iceberg lettuce and fresh spinach. The amendments are in partial response to a petition filed by The National Food Processors Association on behalf of The Food Irradiation Coalition dating back to the year 2000.
Irradiation in the Production, Processing and Handling of Food
Source: FDA
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