ASTA Comments to FDA on Requirements for Additional Traceability Records for Certain Foods
ASTA issued comments to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in February 2021 on the Requirements for Additional Traceability Records for Certain Foods Proposed Rules. ASTA outlines complexities in spice supply chains and requests exemptions to recordkeeping requirements for spices and dried herbs, as well as clarity on requirements pertaining to fresh herbs.
02/22/2021 at 5:15 am
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