Understanding the GRAS Loophole: How many food additives are not regulated?
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According to the Environmental Working Group (EWG), over 10,000 chemicals are allowed in the U.S. food supply, but nearly 99% of those introduced since 2000 have been determined safe by manufacturers, not the FDA. This practice, relying on a regulatory loophole, raises serious questions about **how many food additives are not regulated** by federal agencies, leaving consumers with an incomplete picture of their food's contents and safety. The answer involves a complex and controversial regulatory system known as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS).
