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Use of Salt Substitutes To Reduce the Sodium Content in Standardized Foods

13 October 2026

In plain English

FDA final rule amends standard of identity regulations to allow salt substitutes in place of required or optional salt in standardized foods, aiming to reduce sodium content.

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Topic
Product safety
Regulator
FDA
Published
13 October 2026
For
Imports
Where it applies
United States
Source
FDA (Food and Drug Administration)

From the notice

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or we) is issuing a final rule to amend our standard of identity regulations that specify salt (sodium chloride) as a required or optional ingredient to permit the use of salt substitutes in standardized foods, to reduce the sodium content. Reducing sodium may help reduce the risk of hypertension, a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. The rule will help support a healthier food supply by providing flexibility to facilitate industry innovation
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