Food Contact Notification(FCN) News in September

According to FDA official website, 6 food contact notifications (FCN) have been approved by FDA in September, and their information is shown in the table below: Notifier Effective Date Name of The Substance Intended Use Limitations/Specifications Danxia Chemicals Factory Co., Ltd. Sep 1,2017 2,2′-(1,4-phenylene)bis-[4H-3,1-benzoxazin-4-one] (CAS Reg. No. 18600-59-4). REPLACES FCN 1652. As an ultraviolet (UV) light stabilizer in ethylene phthalate (PET) polymers, complying with 21 CFR 177.1630 (Polyethylene phthalate polymers), except for use in contact with infant formula and human milk (see Limitations/Specifications). The substance will be used at levels not to exceed 1.0% by weight in PET polymers for single and repeat use in contact with all food types under Conditions of Use C through G, as described in Tables 1 and 2. The PET polymers will comply with 21 CFR 177.1315, 177.1630, or effective FCNs. The finished food contact articles will not be used in contact with infant…

Nov. 10th, 2017

China CFDA Release the 21st Batch of Registered Infant Formula

On November 10, 2017, China CFDA released the 21st batch of registered infant formula in China, including 23 products (4 are imported) from 5 enterprises. 1 overseas manufacturer is listed in this batch, which is Dairy Goat from New Zealand. Read More.

Nov. 10th, 2017

China Permits the Addition of Print Article in Prepackaged Food

On November 7, 2017, China CFDA issued a statement clarifying that necessary print article, such as a printed package of desiccant, can be added in prepackaged food for the sake of food packaging, transportation and storage. The content indicated on print article must be in line with China Food Safety Law and other related regulations, and it cannot replace the contents that shall be labeled on outer package. Besides, print article directly contacting with food must be safe and do no harm to people’s health. It shall comply with relevant food product standards and General Safety Requirements for Food Contact Materials and Articles (GB 4806.1-2016). Read More.

Nov. 09th, 2017

China Consults on “Decisions to Revise ‘Administrative Measures for Registration and Filing of Health Foods’ (Exposure Draft)”

On November 3, 2017, China CFDA drafted Decisions about Revising Administrative Measures for Registration and Filing of Health Foods for public feedback, which mainly concerns the renewal of health food registration. The consultation deadline is November 20. Read More.

Nov. 07th, 2017

China CFDA Release the 20th Batch of Registered Infant Formula

On November 6, 2017, China CFDA released the 20th batch of registered infant formula in China, including 26 products (3 are imported) from 8 enterprises. 1 overseas manufacturer is listed in this batch, which is Namyang from Korea. Read More.

Nov. 07th, 2017

China Food Non-Compliance Data Sep 2017: 18 Batches of Infant Formula Fail Import Inspection

According to non-compliance data released by China AQSIQ at the end of October, 847 batches of food failed to be imported in September mainly due to the use of non-compliant label, unqualified products and excessive use of food additives. Read more.

Nov. 03rd, 2017

China CFDA Release the 19th Batch of Registered Infant Formula

On November 2, 2017, China CFDA released the 19th batch of registered infant formula in China, including 31 products from 9 enterprises. 2 overseas manufacturers are listed in this batch, which are GMP and Kendal. Read More.

Nov. 03rd, 2017

China NHFPC Approves 6 New Food Additives and Expands the Application Scope of 6 Food Additives

On October 30th, China NHFPC announced the approval of 6 new food additives and the expansion of application scope of 6 food additives. Read More.

Nov. 03rd, 2017

The Regulatory Landscape in China Post Infant Formula Registration: An Overview of Labeling Requirements

Infant formula/milk powder recipe registration implemented has been implemented in China since October 1st 2016. China has already released 13 batches of approved registered infant formula recipe as of September 30th, 2017, including 65 enterprises and 378 formulas (see the News). Many of the domestic registered infant formula enterprise have already released their new product packaging/labeling. In this article we will analyze regulatory requirements for infant formula labels in China and use practical examples to highlight how industry is dealing with new compliance requirements.  Read More.

Oct. 09th, 2017

Significant Revision to Foods for Special Medical Purpose Registration Requirements in China

On March 7, 2016, China CFDA released the “Administrative Measures on Registration of Food for Special Medical Purpose”, stipulating that all food for special medical purpose (FSMP) sold in China or imported must be registered. This measure was to be implemented on July 1, 2016. Later on, CFDA granted a grace period for registration of FSMPs ending on January 1, 2018 (read CL news here), meaning that only registered FSMPs could be sold in Chinese market from January 1, 2018. Read More.

Sep. 30th, 2017
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