The food product was released into the market with the banned preservative being one of the ingredients. Which of the following agencies has the power to enact the statutes that govern such a violation?
A) the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency
B) the U.S. Department of Agriculture
C) the Federal Trade Commission
D) the Food and Drug Administration

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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has the power to regulate and enforce the statutes governing the use of preservatives in food products. The other agencies listed may have responsibilities related to food safety, but the FDA is specifically tasked with regulating food additives and preservatives.

The Food Product Was Released into the Market with the Banned