FDA Targets Obsolete Rules for 11 Disappeared Food Items
Published Date: 7/17/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
The FDA is planning to cancel 11 food rules for products that aren’t sold anymore in the U.S. This change helps clear out old, unnecessary rules so businesses and consumers can enjoy a simpler food system. If this goes through, it won’t cost anyone extra and will make things easier for food makers and shoppers alike.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Revoking 11 Obsolete Food Standards
The FDA proposes to cancel 11 food standards for products that are no longer sold in the United States. If finalized, removing these obsolete rules may reduce unnecessary regulatory requirements for food makers, and the FDA says this action will not cost anyone extra.
Simpler Food System for Shoppers
The FDA proposes to revoke 11 food standards for items no longer sold in the U.S., which the agency says will help simplify the food system for businesses and shoppers. The FDA also states this change will not increase costs for consumers.
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