US Preps for Global Talks on Food Contaminant Rules
Published Date: 3/26/2025
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The U.S. Codex Office is hosting a public meeting on May 29, 2025, to share info and gather feedback on food safety topics before the big Codex Committee meeting in Bangkok this June. This affects food producers, regulators, and anyone interested in keeping our food safe from contaminants. The meeting helps shape rules that could impact trade and food safety standards worldwide.
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