In this episode of Food & Chemicals Unpacked, we’re joined by Dave Fusaro, Editor in Chief of Food Processing magazine, to unpack the growing debate over ultra-processed foods (UPFs). We discuss Mark Thompson's article, "Ultraprocessed Foods: What Are We Even Talking About?" along with recent regulatory and legislative developments, including the FDA’s request for information on UPFs, state-level actions such as California’s AB 1264, and ongoing efforts to define what “ultra-processed” really means.

In this episode of Food and Chemicals Unpacked, we revisit Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for packaging, now rapidly advancing with deadlines approaching. Keller and Heckman Partner Rachel Bond returns to share updates on state implementation, reporting requirements, a legal challenge, and the latest legislative developments, including new study bills and growing momentum across the U.S.

In this episode, Keller & Heckman LLP Partner Eve Pelonis joins us to dive deep into the colorful world of color additives for food, drugs, and cosmetics, clearing up common misconceptions. We touch on important issues, including whether the GRAS exemption is applicable to color additives, and the recent attention on synthetic color additives by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the new administration's push for natural alternatives.