Food Safety Initiative Fact Sheet
U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, Office of the General Counsel
Fact sheet from the Food and Drug Administration which explains the Clinton Administration's plan to strengthen and improve food safety under the Food Safety Initiative.
Regulatory Requirements for Marketing Cosmetics in the United States
U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, Office of the General Counsel
Industry guide prepared by the Food and Drug Administration regarding regulatory requirements for marketing cosmetics in the United States.
The Principle Requirements of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act Relating to Foods
U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, Office of the General Counsel
Synopsis from the Food and Drug Administration for consumers regarding the principal requirements of food law.
Notification of a Health Claim or Nutrient Content Claim Based on an Authoritative Statement of a Scientific Body
U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, Office of the General Counsel
Industry guide from the Food and Drug Administration on how to file notification of a health claim or nutrient content claim based on an authoritative statement of a scientific body.
Cosmetic Good Manufacturing Practice Guidelines
U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, Office of the General Counsel
Industry guide from the Food and Drug Administration regarding cosmetic good manufacturing.
Points to Consider for the Use of Recycled Plastics in Food Packaging: Chemistry Considerations
U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, Office of the General Counsel
Guide from the Food and Drug Administration which provides assistance to manufacturers of food packaging in evaluating processes for producing packaging from post-consumer recycled plastic.
Procedure for Obtaining Certificates for Export of Foods and Cosmetics
U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, Office of the General Counsel
Question and answer guide for manufacturers engaged in exporting Food and Drug Administration regulated food and cosmetic products to a foreign country.
The New Food Label
U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, Office of the General Counsel
Publication from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) which explains the FDA's new food labeling regulations.
Cosmetic Labeling
U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, Office of the General Counsel
Guide for consumers from the Food and Drug Administration on how to read cosmetic labels. Also describes how cosmetic labels are regulated.
Food and Drug Administration Recall Policies
U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, Office of the General Counsel
Publication from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) which explains the three classes of recalls and discusses FDA's role in the recall process.
The FDA Alert--October 1999
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP
On August 6, 1999, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) proposed to amend its current regulations governing the 180-day market exclusivity that is granted to certain generic drug products. This proposed rule represents a significant change to the current landscape of drug exclusivity.
The Changing Landscape of Advertising & Marketing Law
of McMillan LLP
The landscape of laws, regulations and codes governing advertising and marketing is complex and multijurisdictional. This past year has brought about significant change for advertisers and marketers in the following areas.
Small Business Food Labeling Exemption
U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, Office of the General Counsel
Publication from the Food and Drug Administration which describes small business food labeling exemptions under 21 CFR 101.9(j)(1).
Labeling of Juice Products Small Entity Compliance Guide
U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, Office of the General Counsel
Guide from the Food and Drug Administration which explains for small businesses the legal requirements set forth in the current regulation for the labeling of juice products that have not been processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate harmful bacteria
Food Color Facts
U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, Office of the General Counsel
Publication from the Food and Drug Administration which explains the regulation of food coloring under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act of 1938.
How Will Prescription and Over The Counter Drugs Affect My Pregnancy?
Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, P.C.
You don't need to make this decision on your own. Always consult your physician, particularly your obstetrician, be.
Federal Trade Commission's Enforcement Policy Statement on Food Advertising
Federal Trade Commission
Statement from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) which provides guidance interpreting the FTC's enforcement policy with respect to the use of nutrient content and health claims in food advertising.
OTC Labeling Requirements
Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC
On March17th the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued, amidst great fanfare, a regulation governing labels fo.
Guide On Consultation Procedures: Foods Derived From New Plant Varieties
U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, Office of the General Counsel
Industry guide prepared by the Food and Drug Administration on consultation procedures regarding foods derived from new plant varieties.
Negligence Law Reform: How It Will Hurt YouÃÂ
Sokoloff and Weinstein, P.A.
This article concerns the newly proposed legislation facing our lawmakers in the U.S. Congress that will directly i.
Food Additives
U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, Office of the General Counsel
Publication from the Food and Drug Administration which explains the regulation of food additives under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act of 1938.
The Food and Drug Administration Modernization Act of 1997
U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, Office of the General Counsel
Backgrounder from the Food and Drug Administration which describes the Modernization Act of 1997.
How the Department of Homeland Security Will Change Your Business
Joel Sherwood Summer of Miller Nash LLP
Homeland security is really an amalgam of some 40-plus different federal laws. Many states have their own counterparts. These laws affect plant security, identification of key assets and processes, background checks on new employees, employee access to sensitive areas, cybersecurity, and transportation of products and services.
Health & Fitness Medical Products--Caveat Emptor & FDA Jurisdiction
Gregg A. Farley and Mark Obenstine of Brobeck Phleger & Harrison LLP
This article discusses the issue of public safety when using quasi-medical devices without the guidance of a medical professional. This article outlines whether the FDA has jurisdiction over such health and fitness products that are marketed directly to consumers or over the internet.