Bill > HB1655

This bill amends Indiana law to prohibit the use, sale, storage, and distribution of certain food additives deemed potentially harmful. Specifically, the bill identifies six "prohibited food additives": Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA), Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT), Red 40, Titanium dioxide, Yellow 5, and Yellow 6, each with their specific Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) registry number. The legislation applies to all food preparations in Indiana and makes it illegal for any person to sell, store, distribute, or use foods containing these additives. The state health department is authorized to adopt rules to implement and enforce the chapter, and violations are classified as a Class B misdemeanor. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving food producers and sellers time to adjust their practices. The law reflects growing concerns about potential health risks associated with certain food additives and represents a proactive approach to protecting consumer health at the state level.

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https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1655/details