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FDA Proposes to End Standard for French Dressing

FDA is proposing to eliminate its standard of identity for French dressing, it said in a notice released Dec. 19. FDA says the standard “no longer promotes honesty and fair dealing in the interest of consumers,” and that revoking the…

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standard “could provide greater flexibility in the product’s manufacture.” The French dressing standard requires a vegetable oil content of at least 35%, paired with an acidifier in the form of vinegar, lime or lemon juice. Comments are due March 22, 2021.