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NSF Offers Free Week of New Dietary Supplement cGMP eLearning Courses

Use promo code ‘DSHEA27’ during week of Oct. 25-31 to receive no-cost access to NSF’s new self-paced overview course on 21 CFR 111.

10.18.21

Kaneka Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for L. plantarum DR7

The probiotic, studied for its effects on the gut-brain axis, was reviewed for safety and toxicology data under the conditions of its intended use.

10.14.21

Charlotte’s Web Achieves Organic Certification

The USDA Organic Seal will now appear on select full-spectrum hemp extract tinctures offered by the company.

10.12.21

Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Regulations

Insurance Complications for Supplement Sellers on Amazon

It’s critical to review policy language details, and not let short-term savings leave your business at risk.

By Chris Morey, Associate Vice President at Bolton & Company 10.08.21

California Bill Allowing Sale of Hemp Extracts, CBD Products Becomes Law

Hemp extracts and CBD products that meet testing and THC compliance are no longer considered 'adulterated' in the Golden State.

10.07.21

Federal Court Dismisses Lawsuit Aimed at Self-Affirmed GRAS Process

The dismissal favored the current procedure in which certain parties may notify the FDA about the self-affirmed safety of dietary ingredients.

10.07.21

Biova Receives Approval from Health Canada for Nutricosmetic BiovaBIO

The approval comes for hair thickness claims related to BiovaBIO, appealing to consumers in the healthy aging category.

10.06.21

Dietary Supplements | Functional Foods & Beverages | Natural/Organic | Regulations | Regulatory News

Legal Experts Discuss Regulatory Outlook for Nutraceuticals

At Natural Products Expo East, partners from Venable LLP discussed a grab-bag of legal and regulatory topics currently on the radar.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 10.05.21

Breaking News | Healthcare Trends | Industry & Market News | Regulations | World Markets

AHP Reaches Memorandum of Understanding with Commission for Indian Medicine and Homeopathy

The organizations will support work that furthers traditional practices with a focus on botanical medicine.

10.01.21

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | People News | Regulations | World Markets

CHPA Appoints Duffy MacKay to SVP of Dietary Supplements

MacKay’s experience includes commercial and non-profit work in research, regulation, policy development, and association leadership.

09.30.21

Survey: Most Americans Support Retailers Being Responsible for Supplement Quality, Safety

NSF study found 97% of consumers said it’s important for retailers to visit and inspect manufacturing facilities for these retail items.

09.16.21

Best Sanitizers Receives Organic Certification

The company’s Alpet D2 Quat-Free Surface Sanitizer is now OMRI listed for organic use as a cleaner or sanitizer.

09.15.21

Nutrasource Receives Health Canada Controlled Drugs & Substances Dealer’s License

The company can now conduct contract research on controlled substances.

09.14.21

Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulations

FDA Rejection of NDINs for Full Spectrum Hemp Extracts Fails to See Key Differences from Drugs

Multicomponent hemp extracts with trace levels of THC and other naturally occurring compounds have not been approved in any new drug.

By Todd Harrison, Venable 09.09.21

Dietary Supplements | Medical Nutrition | Regulations

Healthcare Practitioner Channel Dynamics: A Thriving Market for Dietary Supplements

This unique distribution channel is well positioned to lead the nutraceuticals industry in innovation, quality, and efficacy.

By Gregory Stephens, Windrose Partners 09.09.21

MenaQ7 Vitamin K2 Patents Granted in Canada and South Korea

The company’s nature-identical synthesis of vitamin K2 as MK-7 adds to the ingredient’s patent portfolio.

09.08.21

Supermarket Layouts Can Improve Customers’ Food Choices, Study Finds

The location of healthy and unhealthy foods have a psychological effect on consumers’ shopping patterns, as quantified in a selection of stores.

09.08.21

TSI Group’s HMB Ingredient Receives Brazil’s ANVISA Registration

The authorization from the Brazilian regulatory agency will open the leucine metabolite to a new global market.

08.26.21

Hemp, CBD Testing Panel Aims for Comprehensive Compliance

SC Labs offer tests that can verify compliance across a patchwork of state-specific regulations.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 08.23.21

Packaging | Quality & Safety | Regulations | Regulatory News | World Markets

‘Made in USA’ Labeling: FTC Rule Intended to Act on Claims Violations

Final rule designed to provide clarity on U.S.-origin claims, and deter bad actors without imposing new burdens on marketers.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 08.23.21

NPA Submits Citizen Petition for NAC’s Inclusion as Dietary Supplement Ingredient

While the amino acid has been featured in dietary supplements for decades, FDA objects to its use due to the fact that it was sold as a drug.

08.18.21

Stevia Extract Receives ‘No Questions’ Letter on GRAS Notice

This confirmation expands upon the FDA's previous No Objection Letters for Nascent's Reb A to now include all steviol glycosides extracted from the leaf.

08.13.21

Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulations | Regulatory News

FDA Rejects Two New Dietary Ingredient Notifications for CBD

The decision likely means the agency will not approve future NDIs for CBD barring a directive from Congress.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 08.13.21

Health Canada Grants Natural Remedies Two NPNs for BacoMind Bacopa Monnieri Extract

Approved claims center around cognitive wellness for children, teens, and adults.

08.05.21

Sweegen’s Bestevia Rebaudioside M Approved In Europe

The company will commercialize the non-GMO, high-purity sweetener in its manufacturing facility in England.

07.15.21

Dietary Supplements | Functional Foods & Beverages | Quality & Safety | Regulations

Cybersecurity Risks Discussed at Roundtable on Remote Regulatory Assessments

Information-sharing at voluntary, remote inspections can be valuable, but must guard against cyber threats.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 07.14.21

Herbal, Botanical Partners to Share Quality Information

Four nonprofit industry education organizations will freely provide hundreds of chemical fingerprints for herbal and botanical ingredients to researchers.

07.13.21

Breaking News | Certifications, Approvals & Patents | Natural/Organic | Regulations | Testing

GMO Testing Patent Awarded to Nutrasource

IGEN program verifies label claims about presence of GMOs in products and ingredients, offering consumers peace of mind.

07.13.21

Breaking News | Certifications, Approvals & Patents | Herbs & Botanicals | Regulations | World Markets

Sabinsa’s Intellectual Property Eclipses 300 Patents Worldwide

Composition, use and process patents relate to category-leading ingredients as well as newer formulations.

07.13.21

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Regulations

Cyber Security: Insurance for the Unseen Risk of the Digital World

Cyber security is critical in today’s technological age. Costs from incidents can add up quickly.

By Chris Morey, Bolton & Company 07.12.21

Contract Manufacturing | Dietary Supplements | Quality & Safety | Regulations | Testing

Selling Supplements on Amazon: Tips to Safeguard Your Products

Studying Amazon’s compliance checklist can help avoid issues for your brand.

By Vincent Tricarico, Executive Vice President, Twinlab Consolidation Corporation & NutraScience Labs 07.12.21

Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulations | Testing

Questions to Ask About the Cannabinoid Supply Chain

Having the right capabilities, teams, and partners will keep your brand relevant in a rapidly evolving market.

By David Neundorfer, CEO, Open Book Extracts 07.12.21

Contract Manufacturing | Dietary Supplements | Quality & Safety | Regulations | Testing

Supplement Safety Standards: Is Your Product Retail Ready?

Proof of product quality and GMP compliance are essential to access major retail platforms.

By David Trosin, Managing Director, Health Sciences Certification at NSF International 07.12.21

Lallemand Expands Categories of Use for Vitamin D Yeast in EU

The favorable opinion from the European Food Safety Authority includes 34 food categories.

07.06.21

AHPA to Host Webinar on Lacey Import Act Requirements

New Lacey Act import declaration requirements will go into effect on July 1.

06.22.21

Trade Associations Request Additional 2022 Funding for FDA's ODSP

AHPA, CHPA, CRN, and UNPA all endorsed stronger support for the FDA’s enforcement arm specific to dietary supplements.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 06.07.21

HP Ingredients’ LJ100 Evidenced to Support Healthy Hormone Regulation in Young Males

The branded Eurycoma longifolia extract was shown to support de novo synthesis of testosterone, following previous studies on efficacy in adults.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 06.04.21

CRN Files Citizen Petition Regarding FDA’s Objection to NAC Supplements

FDA raised objections to the use of N-acetylcysteine in supplements in Dec. 2020, and since, Amazon has pulled all NAC-containing products from its platform.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 06.02.21

Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulations

Industry Experts Discuss ‘DSHEA 2.0’ Reforms on Legislative Horizon

Focus centered around the GRAS and NDI processes, the prospects of a mandatory product listing, how health claims will be handled in the future, and more.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 06.02.21

Dietary Supplements | Quality & Safety | Regulations | World Markets

Mutual Recognition: Using the Single Market Effectively

The EU Commission is striving to make the principle of mutual recognition more accessible to food business operators.

By Joerg Gruenwald, analyze & realize ag 06.02.21

Dietary Supplements | Quality & Safety | Regulations

Warning Letters: What Authority Do They Carry?

An FDA warning letter is informal and advisory. It communicates the agency’s position on a matter, but does not commit the agency to taking enforcement action.

By Todd Harrison, Venable 06.02.21

Medical Nutrition | Regulations | World Markets

Going Global with Clinical Nutrition Products

Global markets present additional regulatory hurdles, but focusing on countries with more clearly defined requirements can help simplify the process.

By Gregory Stephens, Windrose Partners 06.02.21

ABC Presents Botanical Excellence Awards at 16th Annual Celebration Ceremony

The one-hour program on May 25 presented six awards to individuals and organizations in the botanicals space.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.26.21

Breaking News | Quality & Safety | Regulations | Regulatory News

U.S. Marshals Seize $1.3 Million Worth of Kratom in Florida

Agency considers Mitragyna speciosa a new dietary ingredient for which there is inadequate information to assure it doesn’t present significant risks.

Sean Moloughney, Editor 05.25.21

EpiCor Postbiotic Receives ‘No Objection’ from FDA for GRAS Notification

The letter of no objection verifies the safety and tolerability of EpiCor as an ingredient in certain foods and beverages.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.20.21

Legislation to Create Regulatory Pathways for CBD Use in Foods and Supplements Introduced

The bipartisan legislation, the Hemp Access and Consumer Safety Act of 2021, was introduced by Senators Ron Wyden, Jeff Merkley (both D-OR) and Rand Paul (R-KY)

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.19.21

Leafreport Finds 1 in 4 CBD Products Not Tested for Microbials, Pesticides, or Heavy Metals

Beyond under-reporting, advertised potency claims did not always match purity tests, the cannabis consumer research company said.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.17.21

Ceratiq Phytoceramides Receives Approval for Sale and Beauty Claim in South Korea

The cosmeceutical ingredient has received a Certificate of Functional Ingredient for Functional Health Foods from the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.10.21