Trans Fat Banned Under New FDA Rule

November 7, 2013 / Marc Sanchez /

The US Food and Drug Administration announced today it will take steps to curb the use of partially hydrogenated oils from processed foods. The Agency proposed a new rule that would deem PHOs, a primary source of trans fat, no longer generally recognized as safe (GRAS). GRAS is a legal standard to determine the safety of food additives.

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Marc Sanchez

Marc Sanchez

Marc is dedicated to helping his clients navigate the complex world of FDA and USDA legislation. He represents FDA-regulated companies in the food, dietary supplement, beverage, cosmetic, medical device, and drug industries.

Marc is the author of two textbooks and a lecturer at Northeastern University. He is a member of the Washington State Bar Association and the D.C. Bar Association.

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