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Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act

Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. 1938, 1954, 1958, 1960 Formed as a response to 100 people dying of food poisoning. By Paige Miller, Period 6. Description. Gives the Food and Drug Administration the authority to oversee food, cosmetic, and drug safety

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Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act

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  1. Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act 1938, 1954, 1958, 1960 Formed as a response to 100 people dying of food poisoning. By Paige Miller, Period 6

  2. Description • Gives the Food and Drug Administration the authority to oversee food, cosmetic, and drug safety • Also prohibited the sale of mislabeled food and drugs and set standards for inspection of companies. • 1954: Pesticide amendment. • 1958: Food additives amendment. • 1960: Color Additive amendment. • Addressed environmental issues because the act dictates that a statement of environmental impact must be issued.

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