West Virginia SB764 prohibits certain adulterated foods and drugs containing specific synthetic dyes and preservatives.

West Virginia SB764 aims to protect public health by prohibiting certain adulterated foods and drugs containing specific synthetic dyes and preservatives. The bill identifies synthetic food dyes and preservatives linked to health concerns, including cancer and neurobehavioral issues in children. It sets penalties for knowingly adulterating or selling such products, including fines and imprisonment. The bill also outlines civil penalties and mandates that adulterated products be forfeited and destroyed. The provisions apply to products manufactured on or after January 1, 2028.

West Virginia SB764 prohibits certain adulterated foods and drugs containing specific synthetic dyes and preservatives.

West Virginia SB764 aims to protect public health by prohibiting certain adulterated foods and drugs containing specific synthetic dyes and preservatives. The bill identifies synthetic food dyes and preservatives linked to health concerns, including cancer and neurobehavioral issues in children. It sets penalties for knowingly adulterating or selling such products, including fines and imprisonment. The bill also outlines civil penalties and mandates that adulterated products be forfeited and destroyed. The provisions apply to products manufactured on or after January 1, 2028.