US FDA to Ban Brominated Vegetable Oil in Food and Soda

The FDA's decision to ban brominated vegetable oil marks a pivotal moment in food safety regulation.

On August 2, the FDA will ban the use of brominated vegetable oil (BVO) in food and soda, citing potential health risks.

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Decision comes after extensive studies conducted in collaboration with the NIH, which concluded that BVO is not safe for consumption.

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Over the years, BVO has been banned in several countries, including the United Kingdom, India, the European Union, and Japan

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FDA's commitment to rigorous scientific evaluation and regulation underscores the importance of public health in food safety policies.

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