China Published General Principles of Probiotics for Fo…
On June 16th, 2022, the Chinese Institute of Food Science and Technology (CIFT) released the standard: “T/CIFST 009-2022 General Principle…
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Peru Published Draft Guide on the Front-of-pack Labelli…
On 9 May 2022, the National Quality Institute (INACAL) opened a public consultation on the draft Peruvian Guideline PGP 110:2022. Guidance o…
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Reducing Plastic Packaging for A Sustainable Future
The number of single-use plastics used globally has at least tripled since the pandemic, according to the International Solid Waste Associat…
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SFA Launches the Singapore Food Statistics 2021
Singapore Food Agency (SFA) launched its inaugural Singapore Food Statistics (SgFS) 2021 covering data from 2019-2021. The SgFS serves as a …
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Banned Additives & Ingredients in Europe & How …
The European Commission has banned titanium dioxide (E171) as a food additive in the European Union (EU) starting from 7 February 2022. Ther…
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Update to The UK’s Cosmetic Regulations
The UK Government is intending to update the technical annexes to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on Cosmetic Products. These changes entail ei…
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FDA Issues Guidance for Industry: Infant Formula Enforc…
A voluntary recall and facility shutdown conducted by the main Infant formula manufacturer in the US has created supply disruption on alread…
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Japan Established Voluntary Government Standards for Ve…
On May 12, 2022, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fishery (MAFF) announced a draft JAS (Japan Agricultural Standard) for ‘Pro…
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EU Cosmetic Ingredients Ban: Implications for US Compan…
This makes it difficult for international companies, especially American companies, to sell cosmetic products in the region, because some co…
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How is ESG Changing Business and Driving Regulations in…
The Food and Beverage (F&B) business is at the crossroads of some of the most pressing environmental issues we face. It is inextricably …
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