An article taken from the FDA website concerning sugar substitutes – found in some human foods and dental products that can be poisonous to your dog. Original Article Found On: […] Read More >>
Companies marketing dietary supplements aim to make claims for their products in order to help successfully market their products/product lines. As such, claims being made for dietary supplements are a […] Read More >>
July 24, 2015 – FDA provides supplemental proposal for changes to the Nutrition Facts panel to require % DV for sugars. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is proposing additional […] Read More >>
  June 2015 – FDA announces Partially Hydrogenated Oils (PHOs) are no longer GRAS. Industry has until June 28, 2018 to remove from products In November 2013, FDA posted a […] Read More >>
  USDA’s Process Verified Program verifies facility process of manufacture can ensure products do not contain GMO ingredients. This ground-breaking distinction was achieved by SunOpta’s food manufacturing facility in Hope, […] Read More >>
  Requirements for a country of origin to be indicated on meat labels for products imported into the US is currently under repeal, as the WTO approves tariffs on US […] Read More >>
As of late DNA Barcode testing has been a subject of heated debate, which can be a valuable tool when used appropriately. However, the appropriateness of its use is up […] Read More >>
Cosmetic compliance and safety falls under the purview of the FDA. They have recently provided information to improve oversight with respect to microbiological safety. While the FDA does not currently […] Read More >>
Three final guidance documents and one draft guidance were recently released on FDA nanomaterials regarding the development of nanotechnology in food, dietary supplements, and cosmetic products and reflects FDA’s current […] Read More >>
After three years as the director of FDA’s division of dietary supplements, Dr. Daniel Fabricant, has rejoined the Natural Products Association (NPA) as its CEO. In his first presentation to […] Read More >>
Federal Trade Commission initiates “Operation Failed Resolution” to crack down on companies making false weight loss claims. At the beginning of the New Year many have made resolutions to lead […] Read More >>
FDA proposes drastic changes to update required information on Nutrition Facts label on food packages and dietary supplements. FDA has proposed to update the Nutrition Facts label on food packages […] Read More >>
Congress introduces the new Designer Anabolic Steroid Control Act of 2014 and has full support of major dietary supplement stakeholders.  The ACT is intended to target dietary supplement products that […] Read More >>
FDA publishes guidance to clearly define parameters for classifying liquid dietary supplements from beverages. Guidance is designed to assist industry with dietary supplement compliance and conventional food compliance. In January […] Read More >>
Three Part Webinar Series Provided by dicentra and Knowledge Bank Foods vs. Dietary Supplements:  Cross Dressing Products  At SupplySide West this year Daniel Fabricant of the FDA stressed that the […] Read More >>
The proposed Dietary Supplement Labeling Act of 2013 to amend the FFDCA and would require big changes to the industry, if the Act is passed.  On August 1, 2013 the […] Read More >>
Supplier qualification includes conducting regular audits on your vendors. Ensuring your supplier’s are qualified will help to ensure the quality of your products. Risk-assessment is the FDA’s main focus when […] Read More >>
DR. MOHAMMAD KHALID, PH.D., B.SC.(HONS) Dr. Khalid is the leading GMP expert at dicentra. He helps dicentra’s clients reach compliance with the FDA GMP Rule for Dietary Supplements (21 CFR […] Read More >>
March 26, 2013: dicentra conducted its first webinar of 2013. Critical American and Canadian updates including FDA’s proposed rules to amend cGMPs for food facilities under FSMA, the FDA’s Draft […] Read More >>
Supplier qualification is a requirement of the regulations, as set out by 21 CFR part 111.75. Setting up a proper supplier qualification program is an essential step in maintaining dietary […] Read More >>