Food Labeling Compliance Seminar
Course date: to be defined
This seminar covers the basics of how foods need to be labeled to comply with the complex set of labeling rules, covers the latest in food labeling issues that have gotten attention from FDA, and provides answers to your most challenging questions.
COURSE AUDIENCE
- Individuals involved in management, regulatory affairs, and quality control/assurance in the manufacturing of foods
- Those responsible for preparing or reviewing food labels
- Consultants, auditors, attorneys and others interested in food labeling compliance
COURSE TARGETS
- Learn FDA food labeling requirements from a labeling expert
- Learn of hot issues that have triggered recent FDA warning letters
- Apply learning in practical work sessions
- Have your specific issues addressed and discussed in a casual, interactive learning environment
COURSE CONTENTS
The course will be held by JBT technicians and it will be simultaneously translated in Italian.
Food Labeling Basics
- Scope and Overview of Seminar
- Labeling Authority – Food & Drug Administration (FDA), U.S.
- Dept of Agriculture (USDA) jurisdiction
- Minimum Mandatory Requirements
- Product Identity
- Ingredient List, Allergen Disclosure
- Net Weight
- Company Name & Place; Origin
- Nutrition Facts
- Storage, Handling & Warning Statements
- Q&A; Interactive Label Review and Discussion
Food Labeling Requirements for Optional Claims
- Nutrient Content
- Structure-Function
- Health/Disease Prevention
- Ingredient
- Natural, Organic
- GMO, Hormone or Antibiotic Free
- Composition – Whole Grains or Fruit/Vegetable Amount per Serving
- 3rd Party Seals/Symbols & Nutrient Rating/Ranking Programs Q&A
- Interactive Label Review and Discussion
Risks & Consequences for Misrepresentation and Non-Compliance
- FDA Enforcement – Import Alerts & Detention; Warning letters
- State Attorney Generals & Health Departments
- Legal Action – Complaints, Lawsuits, Q&A
- Interactive Participants’ Labels for Review and Discussion
CERTIFICATION
Each participant will receive a training certificate at the end of the seminar.
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