Inventory of Effective Food Contact Substance (FCS) Notifications
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FCN No. 473
Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
According to Section 409(h)(1)(C) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, food contact substance notifications (FCNs) are effective only for the listed manufacturer and its customers. Other manufacturers must submit their own FCN for the same food contact substance and intended use.
Food Contact Substance: | 2,6-naphthalenedicarboxylic acid, polymer with 1,4-benzenedicarboxylic acid, 1,4-butanediol and 4,4'-(1,3,6,8-tetrahydro-1,3,6,8-tetraoxobenzo[lmn][3,8]phenanthroline-2,7-diyl)bis[benzoic acid]. |
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Notifier: | Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation |
Manufacturer/Supplier: | Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation |
Intended Use: | As an ultraviolet light absorber in polyethylene phthalate polymers complying with 21 CFR 177.1630 used in contact with foods. |
Limitations/Specifications: | For use only at levels not to exceed 3.3 percent by weight of the finished polyethylene phthalate polymers. The finished FCS may be used in contact with all food types, under conditions of use B through H, as described in Tables 1 and 2, respectively. |
Effective Date: | Feb 3, 2005 |
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)** Submission: | Categorical Exclusion 25.32(i) and (j) |
FDA Decision: | Categorical Exclusion Memo |
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