This proposed legislation, titled the "Paws Off Act of 2025," seeks to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to mandate specific labeling requirements for food products containing xylitol. The primary goal is to protect dogs from accidental xylitol ingestion, which can be toxic to them. Under the bill, any food product containing xylitol would be deemed misbranded unless its label or labeling includes a clear warning detailing the toxic effects of xylitol for dogs if ingested. The Secretary of Health and Human Services, through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, is directed to issue an interim final rule within six months and a final rule within one year of enactment to implement these new labeling standards.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Health
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresAnimal protection and human-animal relationshipsDepartment of Health and Human ServicesFood supply, safety, and labeling
Paws Off Act of 2025
USA119th CongressHR-237| House
| Updated: 1/7/2025
This proposed legislation, titled the "Paws Off Act of 2025," seeks to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to mandate specific labeling requirements for food products containing xylitol. The primary goal is to protect dogs from accidental xylitol ingestion, which can be toxic to them. Under the bill, any food product containing xylitol would be deemed misbranded unless its label or labeling includes a clear warning detailing the toxic effects of xylitol for dogs if ingested. The Secretary of Health and Human Services, through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, is directed to issue an interim final rule within six months and a final rule within one year of enactment to implement these new labeling standards.
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresAnimal protection and human-animal relationshipsDepartment of Health and Human ServicesFood supply, safety, and labeling