FDAFinal Rule
Revocation of Methods of Analysis Regulation
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Summary
The FDA is removing outdated methods that were previously used to test and analyze food, drugs, and other products to ensure they are safe. This change allows the agency to rely on newer, more accurate testing techniques that better protect public health.
Key Points
- 1The FDA is officially canceling old laboratory testing procedures that are no longer considered the best way to check if products are safe
- 2Companies that make food, medicine, and other FDA-regulated products can now use newer and more reliable testing methods instead of the outdated ones
- 3This update helps ensure that safety testing keeps up with modern science and technology
- 4The change affects manufacturers, labs, and testing facilities that need to know which methods are officially approved by the FDA
- 5This regulation was announced in 2020 and finalized in February 2026 after the FDA reviewed which old testing methods should no longer be required
Key Dates
Published
February 19, 2026
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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