Social and economic factors in food safety decision-making
1979
Zeckhauser, Richard
There is a serious question as to whether our present food safety system, based on scientific determinations, will persist. Scientific tests have a high level of uncertainty, as in extrapolating from high-dose animal tests to low-dose human risks. A study by the Social and Economic Committee of the Food Safety Council reported that a careful assessment of risks and benefits should be an integral part of the regulatory process; however, the food safety regulatory process first needs reform. A greater diversity of regulatory mechanisms for food safety would enable the system to meet its objectives, including allowing certain individuals to consume a product to which others cannot be exposed. Keeping an eye on the fact that regulation is aimed at serving the consumer, a new regulatory structure must represent all interested parties and protect their rights and welfare.
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