United States v. Ewig Bros. Co.
ELR Citation: ELR 20763 No(s). 73-1008 (7th Cir. Aug 28, 1974)
Residues of DDT and dieldrin, present in processed fish because of general pesticide pollution of the Great Lakes, are "food additives" within the meaning of the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Under the FDCA, pesticide chemicals are not considered food additives when applied to raw agricultural commo...