Consumer Reports and the Environmental Working Group support state legislative efforts to ban food additives, prompting industry opposition, as concerns over regulatory expertise, consumer confusion and food safety arise. A representative from NCA explains why these matters should be left to the professionals at accredited government agencies like FDA.

At a Glance
Consumer groups are lobbying for state bans on food additives, arguing that these additives are unsafe.
NCA and other industry representatives oppose the proposed bans, citing concerns over regulatory expertise.
FDA is reviewing food additives and taking steps to remove some from the market, highlighting the ongoing regulatory process.