Pure Food and Drug Act of 1906
Legislation / Policy
A U.S. law passed in 1906, spurred by Upton Sinclair's 'The Jungle,' that began regulating food and drug products, leading to saccharin's investigation.
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Aspartame: The Surprisingly Interesting Science and History (Episode 116)
Stronger By Science
A U.S. law passed in 1906, spurred by Upton Sinclair's 'The Jungle,' that began regulating food and drug products, leading to saccharin's investigation.
Gerald Posner | The Pharmaceutical Industry | Lecture 1 (Official)
Peterson Academy
A landmark act initiated by Harvey Washington Wiley, driven by concerns over preservatives and public health, but weakened by industry lobbying. It required ingredient disclosure but not safety or efficacy proof.