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This bill, known as the "Missouri Chemical Label Integrity Act", requires food manufacturers and sellers to place warning labels on food products containing specific "unsafe chemicals" before they reach consumers. The bill defines 11 specific chemicals by their Chemical Abstract Service (CAS) numbers, including substances like lead, mercury, arsenic, and food dyes such as Red 40 and Yellow 5. The warning labels must explicitly state the name of each unsafe chemical present in the food product and provide information about potential health risks, specifically noting if the chemical may cause or is known to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. This legislation aims to increase transparency and consumer awareness about potentially harmful substances in food products, giving consumers more information to make informed dietary choices. The bill applies to any business selling or manufacturing food products containing these designated unsafe chemicals, mandating clear labeling to highlight potential health risks associated with these specific chemical compounds.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB260&year=2025&code=R