Arsenic was found in 28 out of 46 candy products tested by the Florida Department of Health, raising concerns about food safety. This testing is part of Governor Ron DeSantis’ Healthy Florida First initiative, aimed at ensuring consumer confidence in food products. The National Confectioners Association disputed the findings, arguing they do not align with federal standards and could cause unnecessary alarm. Florida officials emphasized that their testing complements federal food safety efforts.
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