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2026-16296, Substances Generally Recognized as Safe

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or we) is proposing to require the submission of generally recognized as safe (GRAS) notices for the use of a human or animal food substance purported to be GRAS under the conditions of its intended use under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act).

2026-14073, Drug Establishment Registration and Drug Listing Requirements for Establishments Engaged in Distributed Manufacturing and Certain Foreign Establishments

The FDA wants to make it easier for drug makers who work in several locations to register as one company instead of many. They’re also updating rules for foreign drug companies to match new laws about handling health threats. If you’re in drug manufacturing, get ready to comment by September 11, 2026, and keep an eye on possible paperwork changes that could affect your business.

2026-13047, Establishment Registration and Product Listing for Tobacco Products

The FDA wants to make sure all tobacco product makers, both in the U.S. and abroad, register their businesses and list their products. This new rule closes a big gap by including foreign companies, helping the FDA keep better track of tobacco products for public health. Comments on this proposal are open until September 14, 2026, so affected businesses should get ready to update their info and possibly face new costs.

2026-18023, Determination That PHENAPHEN WITH CODEINE NO. 3 (Acetaminophen; Codeine Phosphate) Oral Capsules, 325 Milligrams and 30 Milligrams, and PHENAPHEN WITH CODEINE NO. 4 (Acetaminophen; Codeine Phosphate) Oral Capsules, 325 Milligrams and 60 Milligrams, Were Not Withdrawn From Sale for Reasons of Safety or Effectiveness

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or Agency) has determined that PHENAPHEN WITH CODEINE NO. 3 (acetaminophen; codeine phosphate) oral capsules, 325 milligrams (mg) and 30 mg, and PHENAPHEN WITH CODEINE NO. 4 (acetaminophen; codeine phosphate) oral capsules, 325 mg and 60 mg, were not withdrawn from sale for reasons of safety or effectiveness. This determination will allow FDA to approve abbreviated new drug applications (ANDAs) for PHENAPHEN WITH CODEINE NO. 3 (acetaminophen; codeine phosphate) oral capsules, 325 mg and 30 mg, and PHENAPHEN WITH CODEINE NO. 4 (acetaminophen; codeine phosphate) oral capsules, 325 mg and 60 mg, if all other legal and regulatory requirements are met.

2026-17968, Determination That CARAFATE (Sucralfate) Oral Suspension, 1 Gram/10 Milliliters, Was Not Withdrawn From Sale for Reasons of Safety or Effectiveness

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA, Agency, or we) has determined that CARAFATE (sucralfate) oral suspension, 1 gram (g)/10 milliliters (mL), was not withdrawn from sale for reasons of safety or effectiveness. This determination means that FDA will not begin procedures to withdraw approval of abbreviated new drug applications (ANDAs) that refer to this drug product, and it will allow FDA to continue to approve ANDAs that refer to the product as long as they meet relevant legal and regulatory requirements.

2026-17961, Pharmacokinetics in Patients With Impaired Hepatic Function: Study Design, Data Analysis, and Impact on Dosage; Draft Guidance for Industry; Availability

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is announcing the availability of a draft guidance for industry titled "Pharmacokinetics in Patients with Impaired Hepatic Function: Study Design, Data Analysis, and Impact on Dosage." This guidance assists sponsors in the design and analysis of studies that assess the influence of hepatic impairment on the pharmacokinetics and, where appropriate, the pharmacodynamics of a drug, including therapeutic biological products. When final, this guidance will represent FDA's current thinking. FDA is also withdrawing the guidance for industry titled "Pharmacokinetics in Patients with Impaired Hepatic Function: Study Design, Data Analysis, and Impact on Dosing and Labeling" (May 2003), which formerly provided FDA's thinking relating to studies to assess the effect of hepatic impairment on the pharmacokinetics or pharmacodynamics of a drug and recommendations to include hepatic impairment information in labeling.

Previous: 2026-15018, Pacific Island Fisheries; 2026-2028 Annual Catch Limits and Accountability Measures for Deepwater Shrimp and Precious Coral Fisheries in Hawaii

Starting in 2026, Hawaii’s deepwater shrimp and precious coral fisheries will follow set catch limits to keep these ocean treasures safe and thriving through 2028. If fishermen catch too much over three years, the allowed catch will be lowered the next year to protect the species. This plan helps fishermen and the environment stay in balance without changing current rules, and public comments are open until August 24, 2026.

Next: 2026-15029, Amendment of Class E Airspace; Alma, MI; correction

The FAA fixed a mistake in a recent rule about changing the airspace around Alma, Michigan. They accidentally titled the document with the wrong city, Bedford, Indiana, so now they’re correcting it and giving folks more time to share their thoughts until September 8, 2026. This update mainly affects pilots and local air traffic but won’t cost anyone extra money.