Listing of Color Additives Exempt From Certification; Gardenia (Genipin) Blue; Final Amendment; Order
Addendum to Regular Notification
2025-07-16
G/SPS/N/USA/3257/Add.1
Description
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or we) is amending the color additive regulations to provide for the safe use of gardenia (genipin) blue in various foods, at levels consistent with good manufacturing practice (GMP). We are taking this action in response to a color additive petition (CAP) submitted by Exponent, Inc., on behalf of the Gardenia Blue Interest Group (GBIG).This order is effective 29 August 2025.
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