SHIRLEY, N.Y., May 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- American Regent is conducting a nationwide voluntary recall to the consumer and user level of the following product: Caffeine & Sodium Benzoate Injection, USP, 250 mg/mL, 2 mL Single Dose Vial, NDC # 0517-2502-10, Lot # 0084, Exp Date February, 2012 PLEASE NOTE: This recall, initiated on May 5, 2011 to the User or Consumer Level, is for Lot # 0084 Only.

EU probes Arsenal's acquisition of chemical manufacturer DSP BRUSSELS, Aug. 7 (Xinhua) -- The European Commission on Thursday opened an in-depth investigation into the planned acquisition of the Dutch manufacturer of basic chemicals DSP by U. S. equity company Arsenal.

Coca-Cola is phasing out the use of sodium benzoate, a controversial chemical that may damage DNA and lead to hyperactivity. Also known as E211, this chemical is used in fizzy drinks as an additive. The company said that by August 2008 it will withdraw the additive from Diet Coke.

Officials in the European Union said Tuesday they were unlikely to issue a ban on six artificial food colorings that some say may cause hyperactivity in children.

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