Why Choose Food Research Lab's FRL as Your Food Product Development (FPD) Consultant and Partner?

There are several options in almost every product area in today’s market, and the difficulty is in coming up with unique items that stand out and connect with customers. Food Research Lab's Food Research Lab takes a holistic approach to creating food and beverage products. We define, demographically target, and build effective goods through a sequential process for category selection and comprehension. The client can visit the lab to learn the process. We offer unlimited rounds of revisions to ensure customer satisfaction. The final product prototype, along with the documentation process, including the video (through email), will be shipped to the client, and in case the client is not satisfied with the video, a food technology consultant will visit the place for the product demo at the client’s costs.

What are the different forms that you deliver the Food Product Formulations?

The food industry is witnessing a new form of consumption. Keeping that in mind, we can formulate the products in the form of ready-to-eat, ready-to-drink, ready-to-mix, ready-to-serve, and ready-to-cook food products. We use ingredients that offer an added value to the development and improve its indulgence and sustainability in terms of its functional ingredients, plant-based food dyes, and natural preservatives with a clean label.

What are the sectors Food Research Lab cover?

We cover a wide range of sectors such as soups, sauces and dips, chips, tortillas, dry beverage powder, plant-based products, masalas, puddings, instant mixes and many more.

How is sensory testing been carried out?

Our sensory examination leads to the precise formulation and recipe recommendations. We develop data-driven design models based on sensory research and customer insights. The fact-based design methodology used by Food Research Lab reduces risk and gives our clients market confidence while cutting development time in half. With our dedicated sensory lab facility, our team takes satisfaction in creating and optimizing successful products in the marketplace, generating a favourable return on investment, and developing brand advocates.

The United States Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) regulates the claims manufacturers can make on food and dietary supplement labels. These claims fall into three primary categories:

Types of Claims for Food and Dietary Supplements in the US

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The United States Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) regulates the claims manufacturers can make on food and dietary supplement labels. These claims fall into three primary categories:

1. Health Claims

These claims describe the relationship between a food or food component and a reduced risk of a disease or health-related condition.

Requirements:

2. Nutrient Content Claims

These claims highlight the level of a specific nutrient in a food product or supplement (e.g., “low fat” or “high in vitamin C”).

Requirements:

3. Structure/Function Claims

These claims describe how a food or supplement affects the structure or function of the human body (e.g., “supports digestive health”).

Requirements:

Regulatory Pathway for Claim Approval

To use health claims on product labels, manufacturers must follow a systematic process:

Step	Details
1. Determine the Claim	Identify the specific claim to be made, whether it relates to health, nutrient content, or structure/function.
2. Conduct Scientific Research	Gather robust scientific evidence, including clinical trials, epidemiological studies, or other valid data, to support the claim.
3. Submit a Petition	Provide the US FDA with a detailed petition outlining the evidence that supports the claim.
4. FDA Review	The US FDA evaluates the evidence to determine if it meets the standard of “significant scientific agreement.”
5. Label Approval	Upon approval, the manufacturer can include the claim on the product label.
6. Timeline	Health claims under the Food and Drug Administration Modernization Act (FDAMA) can be used 120 days after notification, pending US FDA assessment. Overall timelines vary by claim complexity and evidence strength.

Comparison of Claim Types

Claim Type	Purpose	Approval Required?	Example
Health Claims	Relates food to reduced disease risk	Yes	“Diets low in sodium may reduce the risk of hypertension.”
Nutrient Content Claims	Highlights nutrient levels in a product	Yes	“High in fiber.”
Structure/Function Claims	Describes effects on the body’s structure or function	Notification only	“Supports healthy digestion.”

Challenges and Timelines

Challenges:

Estimated Timelines:

How Food Research Lab Can Help

FRL supports manufacturers in navigating the complex US FDA regulatory landscape by offering:

Scientific Research Support: Conducting robust clinical trials and compiling scientific evidence to support claims.
Regulatory Guidance: Preparing and submitting detailed petitions in compliance with US FDA standards.
Claim Development: Assisting in selecting claim types that align with product goals and evidence strength.
Timely Approvals: Streamlining the approval process to minimize delays.
Comprehensive Label Review: Ensuring all claims are clear, accurate, and meet US FDA guidelines.