USDA Proposes Changes to Organic National List

Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.
January 19, 2018

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) seeks public comment on proposed amendments to the National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances that would change restrictions on some items and allow new ones. Among the changes that USDA proposes are the suggested additions of activated charcoal, mineral oil, nutritive supplements and propylene glycol. The deadline for submission of public comment is March 19, 2018.

Categories: Department of Agriculture, Issue 659, Legislation, Regulations and Standards
Tags: organic

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USDA Proposes Changes to Organic National List

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