The move represents a significant step in the company’s international commercialization strategy, as it looks to position PEKILO as a viable, sustainable protein ingredient for food manufacturers across the United States.
The review will consider whether BHA is safe under its current conditions of use in food and as a food contact substance, based on the latest scientific information.
The decision follows a formal petition from GNT Group, the maker of EXBERRY® natural colors, which has driven previous incremental approvals for spirulina based blues and argued that broader authorization is needed to meet manufacturer demand for natural alternatives to synthetic dyes.
The FDA has issued a Request for Information on gluten labeling and cross‑contact controls for packaged foods, seeking public input as it reviews whether to require more transparent disclosure of gluten‑containing ingredients beyond wheat.
GFF encourages a detailed approach, highlighting that not all UPFs are created equal and that many grain-based foods offer essential nutrients that contribute to a healthy diet.