New York Lawmakers Move to Ban Potassium Bromate in Pizza Dough Amid Health Concerns
New York lawmakers are considering a ban on potassium bromate, a common additive in pizza dough, due to its potential health risks. The state Assembly passed the Food Safety and Chemical Disclosure Act, which includes this ban, and it is now awaiting Governor Kathy Hochul's signature. Potassium bromate is used to help dough rise and appear whiter, but studies have linked it to cancer and kidney damage. The proposed ban mirrors similar restrictions already in place in California, the United Kingdom, and the European Union. While some New Yorkers are unaware of the additive's presence in their pizza, others support the ban if it poses health risks. Pizza shop owners, like those at Patsy's Pizzeria in East Harlem, have begun experimenting with alternative ingredients, claiming customers will not notice a difference in taste or quality. 
