Pronunciation: [də sˌiːˈɛfsˈan] (IPA) 
The word "DE CFSAN" refers to the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, a branch of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The spelling of this word can be broken down using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) as /di ˈsiɛfˌsæn/. The letter "D" is pronounced as /di/ and the abbreviation "CFSAN" is pronounced as /siɛfˌsæn/. This spelling is important for clear communication in the field of food safety and nutrition.
DE CFSAN stands for Division of Food Contact Substance Notification (DE is an abbreviation for Division, and CFSAN is an acronym for Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition).
The Division of Food Contact Substance Notification (DE CFSAN) is a regulatory body within the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (CFSAN) in the United States. CFSAN is a division of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) responsible for ensuring the safety and proper labeling of food, dietary supplements, and cosmetics.
Specifically, DE CFSAN is responsible for the evaluation and oversight of food-contact substances (FCS). Food-contact substances refer to materials that come into contact with food during its production, processing, packaging, storage, or serving. These substances can be found in various food packaging materials, including plastic containers, metal cans, and paper products.
DE CFSAN's primary role is to review and evaluate the safety of food-contact substances before they are used in the production or packaging of food. They assess the potential risks associated with these substances to ensure they do not pose any health hazards to consumers. This evaluation process often involves conducting scientific research, reviewing relevant data, and consulting with industry experts.
Overall, DE CFSAN plays a crucial role in maintaining the safety and quality of food packaging materials, as well as protecting the public from potential health risks associated with food-contact substances.
