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Newsletter - 2020 V29
FSVP Compliance, a Quick and Easy Cloud Solution
CPC recently renovated its Client Portal, streamlining the processes of developing, implementing, and maintaining a customized and audit-ready FSVP system. Learn more
Reminder: FDA Food Facility Registration 2020 Biennial Renewal
The 2020 Biennial Registration Renewal Period begins October 1, 2020 and concludes on December 31, 2020. Read more
Supreme Court Settles Fate of DMAA
The nation’s highest court has rejected a request to review a case involving the legality of DMAA (1,3-dimethylamylamine), a once-prevalent ingredient marketed in sports supplements. Read more
FDA, Consumer Groups in Favor of Mandatory Listing of Dietary Supplement Products
Three of five major trade groups in the dietary supplement industry support an FDA proposal for a mandatory product listing. Read More
Diet and Supplements: An Expert Panel Publishes Covid-19 Recommendations
A panel of doctors and professors, in cooperation with the Swiss Society of Nutrition, has reviewed the scientific evidence on the role of micronutrients in supporting a well-functioning immune system for optimal health, with a special focus on viral infections. Read more
UK Gov Now Urging Vitamin D Supplementation In Fight Against Covid-19
The UK’s Health Secretary is now urging people to take vitamin D supplements after recent evidence suggests it can offer some degree of resilience against the coronavirus. Read more
FARE Announces SEED to Study and Promote Early Introduction of Allergenic Foods to Prevent Food Allergies
FARE (Food Allergy Research & Education), the world’s leading non-governmental organization engaged in food allergy advocacy and the largest private funder of food allergy research, is launching the Start Eating Early Diet (SEED) study exploring early introduction of multiple allergenic foods among a diverse sample of 2,000 infants. Read more
Natural and Organic Personal Care Growth Remains Steady
Natural Business Journal (NBJ) Personal Care Special Report indicates that even in the midst of a pandemic that has altered the personal care habits of many consumers, natural and organic personal care growth remains steady. Read more
In the News
FSMA Basics Not So Basic for Food Brands – Podcast
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FSMA swept in much-needed food safety regulations for U.S. brands, but many companies continue to struggle with foreign import requirements. In this podcast, Rae Martin, president of Continuum Partner Consulting interviewed by Sandy Almendarez, editor in chief at Natural Product Insider® discussed:
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The most common requirement of FSMA that food brands fail to achieve.
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The essential component that brands need to achieve FSMA compliance.
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The one thing Martin would change to FSMA if she could
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