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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. 2537

University of Maine Process Development Center
CapaTec Inc.

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: Microfibrillated cellulose pulp (CAS Reg. No. 65996-61-4).
Notifier: CapaTec Inc.
Manufacturer/Supplier: University of Maine Process Development Center
CapaTec Inc.
Intended Use: As a component of coatings applied to fruits and vegetables with inedible peels, excluding citrus fruits.
Limitations/Specifications: The FCS is intended for use as a component of coatings applied to fruits and vegetables with inedible peels at a level up to 100% of the coating.
Effective Date: Sep 19, 2026
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)** Submission: Categorical Exclusion 25.32(r)
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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