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Improved microbiological safety of food may be attained by using irradiation in the production of several types of raw or minimally processed foods.

To obtain approval for a new food contact substance, a manufacturer is required to submit a food contact notification at least 120 days prior to the marketing of the substance.

Using CO in a modified atmosphere, the need for oxygen to achieve fresh-looking meat is eliminated.

Nanoparticles are being studied for use in improving packaging to prolong shelf life and increase barrier properties to reduce contamination.

This article describes how to submit a Food Contact Substance notification to FDA and how the food contact notification review process works.

Snack food manufacturers and other food processors that make products containing food allergens or trans fat face new labeling changes.

The best time to prevent food safety hazards from adversely affecting your operation is before accepting materials from your suppliers.

There is good reason for the new laws regarding labeling of products containing allergens or made in plants or on lines where allergens are handled.

Consumer demand for greater traceability of foods based on safety may eventually be met by industry adoption of greater traceability of foods based on security considerations.

A discussion of FDA’s obesity initiative, focusing on nutritional content and labeling is presented.