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NPA Lawsuit Claims New York Age Restriction on Supplements is Unconstitutional

The first-of-its-kind state bill, which bans the sale of “weight loss” and “muscle building” supplements to minors, is slated to go into effect in April 2024.

12.05.23

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | People News

UNPA Honors Heather Granato for Industry Contributions Over Three Decades

Over the course of her career, Granato was involved in growing SupplySide Events and founding Women in Nutraceuticals.

11.02.23

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

AHPA, UNPA, CHPA Respond to Congress’ Information Request on CBD

The three organizations jointly outlined why existing regulatory frameworks are sufficient to regulate CBD-containing dietary supplements.

08.23.23

NPA Submits Citizen Petition on Labeling of Mushrooms and Mycelia

The trade association is the latest authority to weigh in on a growing debate over nomenclature.

08.10.23

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Regulations | Regulatory News | Weight Management/Weight Loss

NPA: ‘Major Victory’ in Colorado After Amendment to Eating Disorder Bill

A bill which offered a slate of protections for people with eating disorders was amended in order to remove dietary supplement restrictions from the equation.

03.24.23

Dietary Supplements | Regulations

NPA Announces Annual Capitol Hill Advocacy ‘Fly-In’ Day

Natural products industry stakeholders are invited to meet with members of Congress to discuss public policy topics.

02.06.23

Breaking News | Industry & Market News | World Markets

AHPA, NPA Co-Sign Letter to President Biden Urging New West Coast Port Labor Agreement

A labor agreement for workers at two key ports expired on July 1.

07.07.22

Dietary Supplements | Regulations

NPA Letter Spells Out Perceived Failings of Proposed Dietary Supplement Listing Act

Daniel Fabricant, NPA president and CEO, lays out ‘grave concerns’ with mandatory product listing bill in message to Sens. Durbin and Braun.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.29.22

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Industry & Market News | Quality & Safety | Regulations

NPA Appoints Douglas Kalman, PhD, as Director of Scientific Affairs

Kalman’s expertise stems from being an advisor for leading teaching hospitals and clinical research organizations.

03.01.22

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Regulations | Regulatory News

NPA Citizen’s Petition Asks FDA to Declare CBD as Lawful Dietary Ingredient

Filing was submitted alongside a New Dietary Ingredient notification by cbdMD for a regulatory determination on one of its products.

02.22.22

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids | Regulations | Regulatory News

UNPA Sends FDA Evidence of NAC’s Use as Dietary Ingredient Pre-DSHEA

The agency has called into question the amino acid metabolite’s legal status as a dietary ingredient, counter to the opinions of several industry leaders.

02.10.22

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

AHPA, CHPA, CRN, UNPA Commemorate 100th Dietary Supplement Trade Associations Meeting

The joint initiatives of these four industry groups center around public health, fostering relationships with the FDA, and legislative advocacy.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.26.21

NPA Asks California Officials to Keep Supplement Retailers Open Through New Lockdowns

The trade association pointed to DHS Guidance which makes exemptions for health food stores and supplement supply chains.

12.09.20

NPA Requests Amendment for Calorie-Free Labeling on BCAA Products

The trade association cited rising incidence of litigation against businesses working with the ingredient for reasons it deems frivolous.

11.05.20

NPA Announces Virtual Dates for The Big Natural

UFC Fighter Daniel Cormier will provide the keynote address at the event, which is centered around politics, business, and policy involving natural products.

10.19.20

Despite Optimism from Other Trade Groups, NPA Rejects New CBD Proposals

The trade organization believes that a proposed bill falls short by failing to establish a safe level of daily consumption.

09.08.20

Breaking News | Industry & Market News | Quality & Safety | Regulations | World Markets

NPA Survey: Safe Reopening Procedures Will Cost $13,595 Annually On Average

The trade organization is pushing for a federal tax credit to help businesses absorb the costs of COVID-19 Health Precautions.

07.23.20

Industry & Market News | Quality & Safety | Regulations | Regulatory News | Testing

NPA Requests FDA Take More Action Against Adulteration

The trade group requested particularly that FDA begin issuing import alerts for supplements and expand participation in the group’s quality assurance program.

07.21.20

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Industry & Market News

UNPA & Alibaba.com to Host Supplements & Nutrition Online Trade Show

Curated event July 7-10 designed to help U.S. businesses showcase their products.

06.08.20

Breaking News | Contract Manufacturing | Dietary Supplements | Industry & Market News | Quality & Safety

NPA Makes Recommendations Amid COVID-19 Adulteration Concerns

The trade association pitched import alerts and a greater participation in the SSCI throughout the pandemic and its related shortages.

06.02.20

Breaking News | Contract Manufacturing | Regulations | Regulatory News | World Markets

NPA Joins Coalition of Companies Requesting Extended Breaks on Import Duties

During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Americans for Free Trade believes more must be done to alleviate the burden of tariffs on overseas imports.

05.08.20

Breaking News | Quality & Safety | Regulations | Regulatory News | Research

Oregon DOJ’s Decision on Health Claims Rule Postponed Following Critique

Dietary supplement manufacturers believe the new rule makes them vulnerable to 'baseless' lawsuits, and dilutes the expertise of federal actors.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor, Nutraceuticals World 04.22.20

Breaking News | Regulations | Regulatory News | Research | World Markets

NPA: 95% of Member Companies Rejected from PPP Loans

The bulk of nutritional companies which applied for loans through the program established by the CARES act were rejected, according to NPA's survey.

04.21.20

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Regulations | Regulatory News

Trade Groups Contend that Supplements Should Qualify for Tax Deduction

Following Congressional action through the CARES Act to cover OTC drugs in tax deduction coverage, the supplement industry wants inclusion, as well.

04.20.20

Lawmakers Should Include Supplements in Health Savings Account Coverage: NPA

Proactive, preventive approaches need support to improve health and reduce costs.

04.06.20

FDA Continues Action Against Unapproved, Misbranded Products Related to Coronavirus

Dietary supplement industry urges continued aggressive prosecution against products promoted with illegal claims about prevention or treatment of COVID-19.

04.06.20

COVID-19 Supply Chain Disruption: A Point-In-Time Assessment

Here's what trade associations have reported regarding supply chain disruptions in the natural products world caused by COVID-19.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor, Nutraceuticals World 04.03.20

Breaking News | Regulations | Regulatory News

NPA Petitions Nevada's State Officials to Keep Health Food Retailers Open

While manufacturing and supply chains remain up and running in Nevada, reported closures of health food stores have spurred a grassroots movement.

04.03.20

Breaking News | Regulations | Regulatory News

NPA Applauds Passage of Coronavirus Stimulus Package

The organization listed a number of provisions that will be most valuable to small businesses within the natural products industry.

03.26.20

Breaking News | Industry & Market News | Regulations

NPA Offered To Assist with Producing, Distributing Medical Supplies and Products

Natural Products Association President Daniel Fabricant, PhD, said that manufacturers and distributors meet all inspection requirements needed to produce drugs and other FDA-regulated supplies.

03.23.20

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Regulations

Are Dietary Supplements ‘Essential’ During Coronavirus Pandemic?

Designation could dictate if industry facilities remain running during this public health crisis.

Online Exclusives Sean Moloughney, Editor, Nutraceuticals World 03.20.20

NPA Proposes COVID-19 Safety Measures in Light of FDA's Inspection Rollbacks

The Natural Products Association calls for Import Alert and expansion of Supplement Safety and Compliance Initiative.

03.20.20

COVID-19 Supply Chain Impact: The Story So Far

TraceGains CEO Gary Nowacki shared insights on how the pandemic may affect global supply chains in the nutrition/supplement industry.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor, Nutraceuticals World 03.19.20

NPA Calls on Government to Allow Natural Product Retailers to Remain Open

Grassroots campaign argues health food stores provide essential services.

03.17.20

Breaking News | Industry & Market News | Natural/Organic

NPA Calls on Federal, State Govs to Allow Natural Product Retailers to Remain Open

Grassroots campaign argues health food stores provide essential services.

03.17.20

Pandemic Panic: Novel Coronavirus Spreads Fear & Uncertainty

COVID-19 is wreaking havoc around the world.

Online Exclusives03.16.20

Immune Function | World Markets

Pandemic Panic: Novel Coronavirus Spreads Fear & Uncertainty

COVID-19 is wreaking havoc around the world.

Online Exclusives By Sean Moloughney, Editor, Nutraceuticals World 03.16.20

Analysis Reviews Consumer Trends in Wake of Coronavirus

The perceptions, habits, and concerns of consumers are changing in light of the pandemic. Some changes may very well persist post-crisis.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor, Nutraceuticals World 03.12.20

Analysis Reviews Consumer Trends in Wake of Coronavirus

The perceptions, habits, and concerns of consumers are changing in light of the pandemic. Some changes may very well persist post-crisis.

03.12.20

Dietary Supplements | Immune Function | Regulations | World Markets

Federal Agencies Crack Down on Fraudulent COVID-19 Products

Products cited in warning letters are teas, essential oils, tinctures, and colloidal silver.

Online Exclusives By Sean Moloughney, Editor, Nutraceuticals World 03.09.20

Herbs & Botanicals | Pet Nutraceuticals | Regulations | Regulatory News

Trade Groups Criticize FDA Over Latest 'Can-Kicking' CBD Report

According to Natural Products Association and Council for Responsible Nutrition, FDA needs to step into the CBD market ASAP with its supplement rulebook.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor, Nutraceuticals World 03.09.20

Federal Agencies Crack Down on Fraudulent COVID-19 Products

Products cited in warning letters are teas, essential oils, tinctures, and colloidal silver.

03.09.20

Coronavirus Crisis: Supplement Industry On Alert

The long-term effect of the epidemic remains a big question mark.

03.05.20

Dietary Supplements | Immune Function | World Markets

Coronavirus Crisis: Supplement Industry On Alert

The long-term effect of the epidemic remains a big question mark.

Online Exclusives By Sean Moloughney, Editor, Nutraceuticals World 03.05.20

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

Avoiding Contract Manufacturing Pitfalls in the Dietary Supplement Market

A recent product recall shines a spotlight on the marketer/manufacturer relationship.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor, Nutraceuticals World 03.02.20

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

CBD Guidance: Blazing a Path Without FDA

With the agency focused on product claims, experts have sounded the alarm on low-quality, potentially dangerous products on the market.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 03.02.20

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

Budget Proposal Requests $5 Million for CBD Regulation

Language suggests FDA will continue enforcing the law while also seeking a potential regulatory pathway.

02.11.20

Breaking News | Industry & Market News | Regulations

NPA Calls for Action Against Products Claiming to Treat or Prevent Coronavirus

It’s illegal for supplement manufacturers to claim their products ‘prevent, treat, or cure’ an illness.

01.28.20

NPA Calls for Action Against Products Claiming to Treat or Prevent Coronavirus

It’s illegal for supplement manufacturers to claim their products ‘prevent, treat, or cure’ an illness.

01.28.20

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