Food Labeling Contrast between China and EU Regulations (Part I)

Posted on by Cesare Varallo

Today I publish another useful article written by Quinn Hulk, Food and Drug Administration of Beijing – Food Law Advisor and our country contributor for China. You can contact Quinn Hulk directly via e-mail at hulkquinn@163.com. 1. Basic introduction China National Standard GB7718-2011 General Rule for the Labeling of Pre-packed Foods (hereinafter referred to as GB7718-2011) was promulgated by the … Continue reading Food Labeling Contrast between China and EU Regulations (Part I)

FDA – Gluten Free Labelling Compliance Requirements Proposed Rule

Posted on by Cesare Varallo

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration released a proposed rule to establish requirements for fermented and hydrolyzed foods, or foods that contain fermented or hydrolyzed ingredients, and bear the “gluten-free” claim. The proposed rule, titled “Gluten-Free Labeling of Fermented or Hydrolyzed Foods”, pertains to foods such as yogurt, sauerkraut, pickles, cheese, green olives, vinegar, and … Continue reading FDA – Gluten Free Labelling Compliance Requirements Proposed Rule