In the Easter Bunny scenario, chocolate candy eggs are regulated by which agency?

• A. USDA
• B. EPA
• C. NIH
• D. FDA

Answer: (D)

Foods intended for people are regulated for safety, labeling, and composition by the FDA. Chocolate candy eggs are finished food products, so their safety standards, ingredient disclosures, and labeling requirements fall under the FDA’s authority. The USDA handles meat, poultry, and some egg products, as well as agricultural commodities, but not standard candies. The EPA regulates pesticides and environmental health concerns, not everyday food products. NIH focuses on biomedical research, not regulating consumer foods. So the agency responsible for chocolate candy eggs is the FDA.