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New Codex Guidelines on Probiotics Rejected at 44th Committee

New guidelines would incorporate emerging science on probiotics and provide a definition that was met with mixed reactions from the industry.

11.13.24

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NPA, FDA Counsels File Joint Motion to Stay Case on NMN

According to the joint motion, both parties expect that FDA's response to NPA's citizen petition on the matter will resolve the drug preclusion-related case.

11.06.24

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EFSA Affirms Silicon Dioxideâ€™s Safety as Food Additive

The government agency declared the additive safe for all age groups.

10.18.24

New Jersey Supplement Age Restriction Bill Advances in Assembly

The bill, A1848, broadly bans supplements marketed for muscle building from being sold to minors.

09.23.24

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NPA Sues FDA Over NMN Drug Preclusion Decision

The agency has maintained its position for years that NMN canâ€™t be sold as a dietary supplement, because it was first investigated as a drug.

08.29.24

CRN to Fed. Appeals Court: Overturn NY AGâ€™s Denial of Age Restriction Injunction

The brief continued to argue that a preliminary injunction should prevent New Yorkâ€™s supplement age restriction from going into effect until the lawsuit ends.

08.22.24

Supplement Age Restriction Bill Fails to Advance in California

A similar bill was vetoed by Gov. Gavin Newsom in 2022.

08.16.24

FDA Issues Guidance for Phase II of Sodium Reduction Program

The agency will continue to encourage the food industry to reduce sodium levels in a variety of processed, packaged, and prepared foods.

08.15.24

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NPA Maintains Opposition to Mandatory Product Listing After Latest Proposal

The association will continue organizing a grassroots network dedicated to contacting members of Congress in opposition.

08.08.24

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CRN Challenges Preliminary Injunction Decision in NY Age Restriction Lawsuit

The appeal challenges interpretations which led to the recent U.S. District Court decision to let the law go into effect ahead of the lawsuitâ€™s conclusion.

07.08.24

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FDA Revokes Rule Allowing Brominated Vegetable Oil in Foods

The additive, which has been used in beverages since the 1970s, is no longer considered safe, according to the agency.

07.03.24

Poppi Sued for Alleged False Advertising of Prebiotic Soda

The company called the class action lawsuit â€œbaselessâ€ and said it would defend itself against the allegations.

06.05.24

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Bill Seeks Stronger Prohibitions on Tianeptine and Other Unlawful Ingredients

A new House bill would amend the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to grant FDA more authority against products that don't meet the definition of dietary supplement.

04.24.24

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New York Age-Restriction Law Takes Effect as Judge Denies CRN Request for Preliminary Injunction

Retailers must now require proof of age for purchase of weight loss and muscle building supplements.

Online Exclusives By Sean Moloughney, Editor 04.22.24

Hearing Scheduled for CRNâ€™s Preliminary Injunction Request in NY Age Restriction Lawsuit

The Apr. 10 hearing will determine whether the state of New York can begin enforcing the law before the lawsuit is settled.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.08.24

CRN Files Motion for Preliminary Injunction to Stall NY Age Restriction Law

An injunction would prevent the law, slated to go into effect April 22, from being enforced until after CRNâ€™s lawsuit is settled.

04.04.24

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FDA Releases Draft Guidance on NDI Master Files

The latest of what will be several guidance documents on the NDI process provides updates on the agencyâ€™s proposed method to handle proprietary information.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.04.24

Goli Nutrition Avoids Bankruptcy with Acquisition Deal

Goli said the deal, which is subject to court approval in Quebec and the U.S., has the full support of its lenders.

Online Exclusives04.02.24

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Senator Durbin Says Heâ€™ll Reintroduce Dietary Supplement Listing Act this Year

Majority Whip expressed concern about products adulterated with tianeptine, noting an increase in adverse events associated with â€˜gas station heroin.â€™

Online Exclusives By Sean Moloughney, Editor 03.20.24