The FSSAI defined Novel food for the ease of communication for regulatory purposes. According to the FSSAI, novel food can be defined as food that may:-
Not yet have been consumed in India,
Consist of...
Botanicals consist of plants, plant parts and plant products. Examples include algae and lichens.
The European Union has specific regulations for botanical ingredients used in food products. These regulations cover aspects such as safety, labelling, and...
As of January 1, 2021, the Natural and Non-prescription Health Products Directorate (NNHPD) of Health Canada regulates natural health products (NHPs) and non-prescription medicines in Canada.
Natural Health products are derived from plants, microorganisms, animals, or...
[vc_row css=".vc_custom_1680241377934{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}"][vc_column][vc_column_text]The approval of non-specified foods and food ingredients in India
In India, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has established a process for the approval of non-specified food...
[vc_row css=".vc_custom_1680241377934{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}"][vc_column][vc_column_text]EU Regulations on Novel Food
The first EU regulation on novel food was adopted on May 15, 1997, and it defined it as food that humans had not previously consumed to...
[vc_row css=".vc_custom_1680241377934{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Clinical Trial for NHP in Canada
The Natural and Non-prescription Health Products Directorate (NNHPD) of Health Canada must first grant permission for clinical trials using natural health products on humans. This...
[vc_row css=".vc_custom_1680241377934{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}"][vc_column][vc_column_text]History of Food Regulations in India
The history of food regulations in India can be traced back to the mid-20th century. The Prevention of Food Adulteration Act (PFA) was enacted in...
[vc_row css=".vc_custom_1680241377934{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}"][vc_column][vc_column_text]EU regulations on Genetically Modified Organisms
A legal framework has been established in the EU for ensuring that the development of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) occurs in safe conditions.
The objectives of...
[vc_row css=".vc_custom_1680241377934{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]What is NHP in Canada?
Natural health products (NHPs), also known as dietary supplements, contain natural ingredients such as vitamins, minerals, herbs, and other botanicals intended to supplement the diet....
[vc_row css=".vc_custom_1680241377934{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}"][vc_column][vc_column_text]I have a food supplement made of Moringa wanted to export to the US. What export regulations need to be followed for the export of food supplements?
If you are planning...