Sensient Colors, LLC; Filing of Color Additive Petition, 56258 [2018-24662]

Download as PDF 56258 Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 219 / Tuesday, November 13, 2018 / Rules and Regulations Item 15: Display a. Does the NMS Stock ATS operate as an Electronic Communication Network as defined in Rule 600(b)(23) of Regulation NMS? Yes b No b * * * * * Dated: November 6, 2018. Eduardo A. Aleman, Assistant Secretary. [FR Doc. 2018–24549 Filed 11–9–18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8011–01–P DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration 21 CFR Part 73 [Docket No. FDA–2018–C–4117] Sensient Colors, LLC; Filing of Color Additive Petition AGENCY: Food and Drug Administration, HHS. ACTION: Notification of petition. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or we) is announcing that we have filed a petition, submitted by Sensient Colors, LLC, proposing that the color additive regulations be amended to provide for the safe use of an aqueous extract of butterfly pea flower (Clitoria ternatea) as a color additive in various food categories, at levels consistent with good manufacturing practice. DATES: The color additive petition was filed on October 4, 2018. ADDRESSES: For access to the docket to read background documents or comments received, go to https:// www.regulations.gov and insert the docket number found in brackets in the heading of this document into the ‘‘Search’’ box and follow the prompts, and/or go to the Dockets Management Staff, 5630 Fishers Lane, Rm. 1061, Rockville, MD 20852. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Stephen DiFranco, Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, Food and Drug Administration, 5001 Campus Dr., College Park, MD 20740, 240–402–2710. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under section 721(d)(1) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 379e(d)(1)), we are giving notice that we have filed a color additive petition (CAP 8C0313) submitted by Exponent, Inc. on behalf of Sensient Colors, LLC, 1150 Connecticut Ave. NW, Suite 1100, Washington, DC 20036. The petition amozie on DSK3GDR082PROD with RULES SUMMARY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:36 Nov 09, 2018 Jkt 247001 proposes to amend the color additive regulations in part 73 (21 CFR part 73), ‘‘Listing of Color Additives Exempt From Certification,’’ to provide for the safe use of an aqueous extract of butterfly pea flower (Clitoria ternatea) as a color additive in: (1) Alcoholic beverages (liquor, liqueurs, and flavored alcoholic beverages); (2) ready-to-drink non-alcoholic beverages; (3) liquid coffee creamers (dairy and non-dairy); (4) ice cream and frozen dairy desserts; (5) fruit preparation in yogurt; (6) chewing gum; (7) coated nuts; (8) hard candy; and (9) soft candy, at levels consistent with good manufacturing practice. The petitioner has claimed that this action is categorically excluded under 21 CFR 25.32(k) because the substance is intended to remain in food through ingestion by consumers and is not intended to replace macronutrients in food. In addition, the petitioner has stated that, to their knowledge, no extraordinary circumstances exist. If FDA determines a categorical exclusion applies, neither an environmental assessment nor an environmental impact statement is required. If FDA determines a categorical exclusion does not apply, we will request an environmental assessment and make it available for public inspection. Dated: November 6, 2018. Leslie Kux, Associate Commissioner for Policy. [FR Doc. 2018–24662 Filed 11–9–18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4164–01–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard 33 CFR Part 165 [Docket No. USCG–2018–0964] Safety Zone; Allegheny River, Miles 0.0–1.0, Pittsburgh, PA Coast Guard, DHS. Notice of enforcement of regulation. AGENCY: ACTION: The Coast Guard will enforce the safety zone for the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership/Light Up Night Fireworks to provide for the safety of persons, vessels, and the marine environment on the navigable waters of the Allegheny River, miles 0.0 to 1.0, extending the entire width of the river. Our regulation for marine events within the Eighth Coast Guard District identifies the regulated area for this event in Pittsburgh, PA. During the SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 9990 enforcement period, entry into, transiting, or anchoring in the safety zone is prohibited to all vessels not registered with the sponsor as participants or official patrol vessels, unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh (COTP) or a designated representative. The regulations in 33 CFR 165.801 Table 1, line 37 will be enforced from 9 p.m. through 11:30 p.m. on November 16, 2018. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions about this notice of enforcement, call or email Petty Officer Jennifer Haggins, Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh, U.S. Coast Guard; telephone 412–221–0807, email Jennifer.L.Haggins@uscg.mil. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Coast Guard will enforce a temporary safety Zone for the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership/Light Up Night Fireworks in 33 CFR 165.801 Table 1 titled ‘‘Sector Ohio Valley Annual and Recurring Safety Zones’’, line 37 from 9 p.m. through 11:30 p.m. on November 16, 2018. This action is being taken to provide for the safety of persons, vessels, and the marine environment on the navigable waters of the Allegheny River during this event. Our regulation for marine events within the Eighth Coast Guard District, § 165.801 specifies the location of the regulated area for the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership/Light Up Night Fireworks. Entry into the safety zone is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh (COTP) or a designated representative. Persons or vessels desiring to enter into or passage through the safety zone must request permission from the COTP or a designated representative. They can be reached on VHF FM channel 16. If permission is granted, all persons and vessels shall comply with the instructions of the COTP or designated representative. In addition to this notice of enforcement in the Federal Register, the COTP or a designated representative will inform the public through Broadcast Notices to Mariners (BNMs), Local Notices to Mariners (LNMs), Marine Safety Information Bulletins (MSIBs), and/or through other means of public notice as appropriate at least 24 hours in advance of enforcement. DATES: Dated: October 29, 2018. A.W. Demo, Commander, U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the Port Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh. 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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Food and Drug Administration

21 CFR Part 73

[Docket No. FDA-2018-C-4117]


Sensient Colors, LLC; Filing of Color Additive Petition

AGENCY: Food and Drug Administration, HHS.

ACTION: Notification of petition.

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SUMMARY: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or we) is announcing 
that we have filed a petition, submitted by Sensient Colors, LLC, 
proposing that the color additive regulations be amended to provide for 
the safe use of an aqueous extract of butterfly pea flower (Clitoria 
ternatea) as a color additive in various food categories, at levels 
consistent with good manufacturing practice.

DATES: The color additive petition was filed on October 4, 2018.

ADDRESSES: For access to the docket to read background documents or 
comments received, go to https://www.regulations.gov and insert the 
docket number found in brackets in the heading of this document into 
the ``Search'' box and follow the prompts, and/or go to the Dockets 
Management Staff, 5630 Fishers Lane, Rm. 1061, Rockville, MD 20852.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Stephen DiFranco, Center for Food 
Safety and Applied Nutrition, Food and Drug Administration, 5001 Campus 
Dr., College Park, MD 20740, 240-402-2710.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under section 721(d)(1) of the Federal Food, 
Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 379e(d)(1)), we are giving notice 
that we have filed a color additive petition (CAP 8C0313) submitted by 
Exponent, Inc. on behalf of Sensient Colors, LLC, 1150 Connecticut Ave. 
NW, Suite 1100, Washington, DC 20036. The petition proposes to amend 
the color additive regulations in part 73 (21 CFR part 73), ``Listing 
of Color Additives Exempt From Certification,'' to provide for the safe 
use of an aqueous extract of butterfly pea flower (Clitoria ternatea) 
as a color additive in: (1) Alcoholic beverages (liquor, liqueurs, and 
flavored alcoholic beverages); (2) ready-to-drink non-alcoholic 
beverages; (3) liquid coffee creamers (dairy and non[hyphen]dairy); (4) 
ice cream and frozen dairy desserts; (5) fruit preparation in yogurt; 
(6) chewing gum; (7) coated nuts; (8) hard candy; and (9) soft candy, 
at levels consistent with good manufacturing practice.
    The petitioner has claimed that this action is categorically 
excluded under 21 CFR 25.32(k) because the substance is intended to 
remain in food through ingestion by consumers and is not intended to 
replace macronutrients in food. In addition, the petitioner has stated 
that, to their knowledge, no extraordinary circumstances exist. If FDA 
determines a categorical exclusion applies, neither an environmental 
assessment nor an environmental impact statement is required. If FDA 
determines a categorical exclusion does not apply, we will request an 
environmental assessment and make it available for public inspection.

    Dated: November 6, 2018.
Leslie Kux,
Associate Commissioner for Policy.
[FR Doc. 2018-24662 Filed 11-9-18; 8:45 am]
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