Food

FDA Updates Draft Guidance on Medical Foods

On August 13, 2013, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published its “Draft Guidance for Industry: Frequently Asked Questions…

FDA Publishes Final Rule on Gluten-Free Labeling

On August 5, 2013, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a final rule, “Food Labeling; Gluten-Free Labeling of…

FDA Publishes Overview of Regulatory Requirements for Food Businesses

On June 19, 2013, as part of Small Business Week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published “How to…

FDA Issues Final Rule on Prior Notice for Imported Food

On May 29, 2013, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a final rule that adopts, without change, the…

FDA Investigates the Safety of Caffeine in Food

On May 3, 2013, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it is currently investigating the safety of…

Company’s Operations Halted for Violating FDA Food Labeling Rules

On March 13, 2013, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) announced that a federal judge has signed a consent decree of…

Food Seasonings Recalled Due to Undeclared Allergens

On February 15, 2013, the DeCoty Coffee Company of San Angelo, Texas announced that it was recalling its 1.25 pound…

FDA Enjoins Beverage Maker’s Operations until it Complies with the FDCA

On January 25, 2013, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) announced that it has entered into a consent decree…

FDA Actions Highlight New Authority under FSMA

On November 26, 2012, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) suspended the food facility registration of Sunland, Inc., a…

FDA Investigates Illnesses Linked to Energy Drinks and Supplements

On November 16, 2012, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) issued a statement concerning the Agency’s ongoing investigation of…