What new power did FSMA give the FDA?

• A. Expanded labeling requirements.
• B. Increased import tariffs.
• C. Non-disclosure to public about recalls.
• D. Mandatory recall authority.

Answer: (D)

Food Safety Modernization Act broadened FDA’s tools to protect the public by focusing on prevention, and one key concrete power is the ability to order a recall when a company won’t voluntarily remove tainted products. This mandatory recall authority means FDA can require a company to stop selling and pull from the market (and inform the public as needed) if a product is adulterated or misbranded. It’s a direct mechanism to get unsafe foods off shelves quickly, rather than relying only on voluntary recalls. This isn’t about tariffs or generic labeling changes, and recalls aren’t kept secret from the public; the emphasis is on swift, enforceable action to prevent harm.