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Oct 13, 2016

Department of Health Delays Enforcement of AO 346 for Dietary Supplements

The Department of Health of Puerto Rico has announced the delay of the enforcement of Administrative Order 346 intended for dietary supplements. AO 346 aims to impose regulatory fees in the…

Oct 13, 2016

DOH Releases New Implementing Guidelines for National Formulary System

The Philippines’ Department of Health (DOH) has released Administrative Order No. 2016-0034 The New Implementing Guidelines of the Philippine National Formulary System (PNFS). This…

Oct 13, 2016

DTI Issues Circular Policies in Christmas Lights Certification

The Philippines Department of Trade & Industry (DTI) has issued Memorandum Circular No. 16-04 Policies on Christmas Lights/Lightning Chains Certification on September 2, 2016. The…

Oct 13, 2016

EC Adopts Implementing Decisions on Herbal Substances

The European Commission (EC) has adopted two implementing decisions, amending Decision 2008/911/EC and establishing a list of herbal substances, preparations and combinations for use in…

Oct 13, 2016

EC Approves Ban on MIT Preservative in Cosmetics

The European Commission (EC) has approved the ban on methylisothiazolinone (MIT) in cosmetic products. MIT is specifically used in water-based formulations such as in shampoos, liquid soaps…

Oct 13, 2016

ECHA Consults on Tattoo Inks and Permanent Make-up Regulation

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) is currently consulting the public on different substances. ECHA is asking for comments and evidence regarding the need to restrict certain substances…

Oct 13, 2016

ECHA Updates Guidance Document in Complying with Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has updated the guidance document in complying with Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 specific to labeling and packaging of substances and mixtures. The…

Oct 13, 2016

EEC Drafts Revision on Safety of Perfumery and Cosmetics

The Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) has notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of its Draft Amendments No. 2 to the Technical Regulations of the Customs Union "On Safety of…

Oct 13, 2016

EMA Consults on Revised Herbal Medicines Guideline

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has started a public consultation on its draft revision of the scientific guideline on the assessment of clinical safety and efficacy in the preparation…

Oct 13, 2016

FDA Drafts Changes on Food Detergent Hygiene Standards

Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has started a public consultation regarding its amendment of the ‘Detergent Food Hygiene Standards. The additions to Article V are: Standard…

Oct 13, 2016

FDA Drafts Guidance Concerning Infant Formula Labels and Labeling

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has drafted a guidance concerning the type and quality of scientific evidence for the structure/function claims made in infant formula labels and…

Oct 13, 2016

FDA Finalizes Rule on Topical Antimicrobial Drug Products for Over-the-Counter Human Use

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released the Final Rule for the Safety and Effectiveness of Consumer Antiseptics; Topical Antimicrobial Drug Products for Over-the-Counter…

Oct 13, 2016

FDA Finances States for FSMA Produce Safety Rule Implementation

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has financed 42 states for the implementation of FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) produce safety rule. The financial support is amounting…

Oct 13, 2016

FDA Issues Final Rule for the Requirements for Foreign and Domestic Establishment Registration and Listing for Human Drugs

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued Final Rule for the Requirements for Foreign and Domestic Establishment Registration and Listing for Human Drugs, Including Drugs That…

Oct 13, 2016

FDA Issues Report in Regional FSMA Import Safety Meetings

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a report focused on the implementation of import safety programs under the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), including the…

Oct 13, 2016

FDA Mandates Warnings for Use of Several Opioid Products

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has mandated a strong warnings for the combined use of opioid analgesics, prescription opioid cough products, and benzodiazepine labeling. The…

Oct 13, 2016

FDA Updates Guidance on Food Facility Registration Product Categories (USA)

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has updated the guidance document for the food facility registration product categories. This updated guidance aims to enhance the FDA’s capability…

Oct 13, 2016

FDF & FA Release New Pictorial Representation on Food Labels

The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) and Flavor Association (FA) have released new pictorial representation guidelines for food labels. This guidance document aims to provide food…

Oct 13, 2016

France Starts Trial Period of Proposed Voluntary Nutrition Labels

The government of France has started the trial period for the proposed voluntary nutritional labels for food products. The nutritional labels aim to encourage consumers to choose healthier…

Oct 13, 2016

FSSAI Consults Manual on Microbiological Testing in Foods

Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a notice that seeks information on the draft FSSAI Manual on Microbiological Testing in Foods and a document on Good Food…