Regulatory

Five dietary supplement associations sent new comments to FDA recently regarding the agency’s new dietary ingredient (NDI) draft guidance and NDI ingredient identity.

The Israel-based private-label confectionery manufacturer selected ingredients that meet EFSA weight management claims or that are clinically proven: glucomannan and potato-derived ingredient Slendesta.

Why your NAD challenges will build a stronger marketplace for dietary supplements.

A Superior Court judge rules in favor of a group of dietary supplement companies in a Prop 65 case.

While the guidelines are not mandatory for CRN members, they are recommended.

The GAO reports that FDA increased its number of AER inspections from 120 in 2008 to 410 during the period spanning January–September 2012.

Monk fruit extract will now be added to Canada’s List of Permitted Sweeteners.

Thanks to the efforts of one industry firm, self-affirmed GRAS records are now compiled in one, collective database.

Crucial transition periods related to Canada’s Natural Health Products Regulation.

Take a look at how energy drink controversy and regulatory scrutiny unfolded over the past year.

What are the current regulations for labeling caffeine content in energy drinks?

NutraFlora is a prebiotic fiber derived from cane sugar and other non-GMO ingredients.

To survive scrutiny and ensure a healthy future, energy drinks must court the responsible consumer. This requires formulating wisely.

Products now bear the OU certification symbol on their packaging.

Foods to eat less of, foods to eat more of, and why.

Certification indicates that the company’s food safety and quality management systems comply with international and domestic food safety regulations.

The claims are in the areas of digestive health, natural defenses, and stress.

The association says the International Trade Administration of the Department of Commerce will use the paper to prepare for the 2013 Joint Commission on Commerce and Trade talks.

NSF’s GMP registration program enables manufacturers to become independently registered by NSF International to meet GMP requirements.

Kemin says that although GFSI-recognized certifications are considered a quality standard for the food industry, this recognition is unique for a feed ingredient manufacturer.

In its February 12–published opinion, EFSA said that none of the studies Kemin submitted as evidence show an effect of Slendesta on reduced body weight.

Are changes in registration methods, health claims, and product approvals in China's future?

In its final order, the Commission stated that disease-related claims should be supported by two RCTs.

If successful, this standard will be the first Codex Alimentarius standard created for fish oils.

Chemi Nutra describes AlphaSize as a “safe, natural, and rapidly absorbed form of choline..."

Activists secured enough signatures to introduce I-522, "The People's Right to Know Genetically Engineered Food Act."

On behalf of the Truth in Advertising Campaign, Marc Ullman presented FTC with 26 non-compliant marketers of dietary supplements.

Understanding the new EU health claims legislation just got easier.