Which federal agency enforces regulations against adulterated, misbranded, or hazardous food and drug products?

• A. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
• B. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
• C. American Heart Association
• D. World Health Organization (WHO)

Answer: (A)

Regulatory oversight for adulterated, misbranded, or hazardous food and drug products is provided by the Food and Drug Administration. The FDA enforces the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to ensure the safety, proper labeling, and truthful information about foods and medicines sold in the United States. When a product fails to meet safety or labeling standards, it is considered adulterated or misbranded, and the FDA has authority to remove it from the market, issue recalls, or pursue penalties. This enforcement protects public health by preventing unsafe or deceptive products from reaching consumers. In contrast, OSHA deals with workplace safety, the WHO is an international health organization, and the American Heart Association is a professional nonprofit focused on cardiovascular health, not on enforcing food and drug regulations.