Food chemical bans Impact on industry in the U.S.

The safety of food chemicals has become an increasingly hot topic in the US, as several states are considering individual bans on common food additives in conflict with federal regulations. California opened the door for these bans last year, as it adopted the California Food Safety Act -- a law that requires food companies to eliminate by 2027 Red dye No. 3, brominated vegetable oil (BVO), potassium bromate and propyl paraben from their products.

With other states now considering similar bans, S&P Global Commodity Insights offer a quick overview of this burning issue, highlighting what it means for companies and what are the latest developments that food makers and retailers should watch out for.