FDA defines gluten-free for food labeling In order to use the term, foods must meet all aspects of the new definition. Shane O'Halloran August 2, 2013 In order to use the term, foods must meet all aspects of the new definition.Read More
TECH FLASH Vision inspection sees what humans may miss Increased packaging line speeds have made it more difficult for human inspectors to reliably remove nonconforming items. May 28, 2013 Vision systems can inspect products accurately at very high speeds, making them an important component of many producers’ food safety plans.Read More
TECH FLASH FSIS announces verification of product formulation and labeling for most common food allergens Undeclared allergens are the result of a failure in hazard analysis. May 28, 2013 Ingredient suppliers and formulation changes led to most undeclared allergen recalls.Read More
TECH FLASH FDA’s third annual Reportable Food Registry report shows increase in food contamination incidents Fresh produce and undeclared allergen reports increased most. Shane O'Halloran May 28, 2013 In three cases, submissions made to the RFR alerted FDA early to potential public health issues before potentially harmful products reached the marketplace.Read More
TECH FLASH Largest ever food allergy study kicks off Researchers will establish standard management practices and tools for food manufacturers. April 28, 2013 A team at the University of Manchester will head up the research.Read More
IDFA supports threshold levels for food allergens The organization also called for a review of tree nuts for allergen potential. Shane O'Halloran February 18, 2013 The organization also called for a review of tree nuts for allergen potential.Read More
Gluten-free settlement opens door for foodservice allergy lawsuits Americans with Disabilities Act can be applied to foodservice Shane O'Halloran January 18, 2013 Americans with Disabilities Act can be applied to foodservice.Read More
Food Allergies FDA requests comments on food allergens Information to be part of food allergy risk assessment Shane O'Halloran December 14, 2012 The requested information will be part of a food allergy risk assessment.Read More
Food Allergies Dutch firm pushes for global harmonization on allergy labeling Food research facility wants consensus among key stakeholders on allergen thresholds and labeling standards Jaan Koel December 11, 2012 Food research facility wants consensus among key stakeholders on allergen thresholds and labeling standards.Read More
Food Safety: Verify, verify, verify Richard F. Stier April 5, 2012 Recent rash of recalls reinforces the importance of a sound allergen control plan.Read More