An Overview of Food Labeling Laws, Regulations, and the Components of a Compliant Label

July 17, 2024 10:15am

Rachel D. Spiegel
Partner
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP

  • Defining “labeling” and the “label”
    • identifying the role of packaging, package inserts, websites and advertisements relative to the label and to labeling
  • A summary of applicable laws and regulations applicable to food labeling and labels
    • 21 CFR parts 100-199
    • FDCA Chapter IV
    • Fair Packaging and Labeling Act of 1966
  • Identifying the FDA’s responsibility for food labeling and labels
  • Understanding the USDA ‘s role in food labeling and labels
    • the scope of authority of FSIS and AMS
    • labels approved under the prior label approval system vs. the generic label approval
  • Defining the product “label”
    • front-of-pack, information panel, package insert
    • label requirements – contents, ingredients, allergens
    • how to list label information posted on websites and advertisements
  • How to avoid allegations of misrepresentation and misbranding