FDA Announces Ban on Brominated Vegetable Oil in Food and Beverages

FDA Bans Citrus Soda Ingredient

The FDA has announced a ban on the use of brominated vegetable oil in food and beverages, impacting manufacturers and suppliers in the industry.

Impact on Food Industry

The ban comes 50 years after the chemical was prohibited in the U.K., prompting reformulation efforts in the U.S.

• The decision affects the formulation of citrus-flavored sodas and other products containing BVO.
• Manufacturers and suppliers are expected to adjust their recipes to comply with the new regulation.