The FDA requires a sulfite declaration on the packages of food products containing 10 ppm or more of sulfiting agents. Currently, there are six sulfiting agents allowed in processed foods:…
Tag: FDA Food Labeling Regulations
FDA Allergen Statement Labeling: Synonyms, Species, and Types
The Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004 (FALCPA) mandates that packaged food items must declare, in plain language, the presence of any major food allergens on the…
Top 23 User-Created Attributes in Genesis R&D Foods
The Attributes feature in Genesis R&D® Foods was designed to help users track specific properties in your Ingredients and Recipes in order to comply with mandatory labeling laws and/or for…
The Road to Compliance | Timeline of the FDA’s New Nutrition & Supplement Facts Labels
On Feb. 27, 2014, the FDA announced proposed updates to the labeling regulations for foods and dietary supplements, which Michelle Obama unveiled on the anniversary of her Let’s Move program.…
FAQ: How do I label Added Sugars on products classified as Added Sugar?
Added Sugars is a required label nutrient in the 2016 food labeling regulations and, as such, manufacturers have questions about compliance. This blog talks about what to do when your…
FDA Updates Labeling Guidance for Single-Ingredient Sugars, Honey, Maple Syrup, Cranberries
On June 18, 2019, the FDA released a final guidance document to clarify how to display Added Sugars on the Nutrition Facts panel for single-ingredient sugar products such as table…