House Bill 2192 aims to amend Tennessee law regarding food and food ingredients intended for human consumption by introducing a new definition for "chemical ingredient" and establishing labeling requirements for food products containing such ingredients. The bill defines a "chemical ingredient" to include a comprehensive list of substances, such as various food colorings, preservatives, and additives that may not be recommended for human consumption by the FDA.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that any food product containing a chemical ingredient must have a warning label affixed, stating: "WARNING: This product contains a chemical ingredient that is not recommended for human consumption by the FDA." This label must be prominently displayed and also included on the retailer's website. However, the bill exempts certain food products from these requirements, including those not intended for human consumption, those used in restaurants, and products regulated by the USDA. The provisions of this act are set to take effect on January 1, 2027.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 53-1-102