FDA NLEA Regulation for Retail and Foodservice Labeling An Overview Of Current Regulation and Pending Regulations

The laws that regulate food labeling have been updated and changed drastically in recent years since the original regulations were written. It is important to keep up with the changes to ensure compliance. The number one cause of food product recalls is improper labeling. These recalls are expensive for food manufacturers in actual cost with brand loyalty and loss of potential sales being the larger and sometimes unrealized cost. Understanding food labeling requirements is the first step in the prevention of labeling issues

Course Objectives:-

Attendees will leave with knowledge of the topic, resources within the government websites, and reference presentation to use. This webinar will give you a clear understanding of Allergen labeling, gluten-free regulation, claims, labeling change, and labeling requirements.

Course Outline:-

Attendees will gain knowledge and understanding:

• When labeling or other regulated information is required for food labeling.
• How to present the information and where to present it.
• Claims and support of these claims.
• Allergen labeling and gluten-free regulation.
• History of regulation and the impact on consumers and food companies.
• Approaching food labeling requirements as a compromise between regulatory and marketing.
• Proposed sugar labeling change.

Who Will Benefit?

• Corporate or facility regulatory personnel.
• Quality assurance personnel. 
• Legal risk management personnel within food manufacturers or restaurant companies.