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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Inventory of Effective Food Contact Substance (FCS) Notifications
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FCN No. 2474

Kao Specialties Americas LLC

According to Section 409(h)(1)(C) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, food contact substance notifications (FCNs) are effective only for the listed manufacturer and its customers. Other manufacturers must submit their own FCN for the same food contact substance and intended use.
Food Contact Substance: 1,2,4-Benzenetricarboxylic acid, mixed decyl and octyl triesters (CAS Reg. No. 90218-76-1)
Notifier: Kao Specialties Americas LLC
Manufacturer/Supplier: Kao Specialties Americas LLC
Intended Use: As a lubricant or a component of lubricants with incidental food contact, except for use in contact with infant formula and human milk (see Limitations/Specifications).
Limitations/Specifications: The finished lubricant containing the FCS is intended for use on food processing machinery such as oven chains and conveyor belt mechanisms. The FCS is not for use in contact with infant formula and human milk. Such uses were not included as part of the intended use of the substance in the FCN.
Effective Date: Apr 9, 2026
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)** Submission: Categorical Exclusion 25.32(j)
FDA Decision: Categorical Exclusion Memo

*See Food Types and Conditions of Use for Food Contact Substances (Tables 1 and 2).

**More about Environmental Decisions and Definitions of Environmental Terms.
See also Inventory of Environmental Impact Decisions for Food Contact Substance Notifications.
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