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Deniza Gertsberg | September 2nd, 2009 |
The FDA’s regulatory approach thus focuses on the end product, rather than the process used to create genetically modified foods. In short, the FDA regards GM products as “generally regarded as safe,” (”GRAS”) and does not subject GM food products to food additive review.
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Deniza Gertsberg | August 30th, 2009 |
The Food and Drug Administration is the lead regulatory agency of food articles. It is in charge of ensuring the safety and effectiveness of food (other than meat), food additives, medical devices, drugs, veterinary drugs, cosmetics and genetically engineered food.