Definition of Food
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Articles used for food or drink for man or other animals
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Chewing gum
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Articles used for components of any such article
Dietary Supplement
Product intended to supplement the diet which is taken by mouth and contains dietary ingredients including vitamins, minerals, herbs or other botanicals, amino acids, and substances such as enzymes, organ tissues, glandular, metabolites, concentrates, or extracts. A component in a dietary supplement that was not sold in the U.S. before October 15, 1994 is considered a new dietary ingredient (NDI) subject to pre-market approval by the U.S. FDA.
Food Labeling
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Ingredients & nutrition facts
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Claims (health, nutrient content, and structure/function)
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Declaration: allergens, biotechnology, irradiation,botanicals freshness, etc.
Export into U.S.
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Registration of food facilities
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Detection of microbials, pesticides, metals, chemical contaminants, and natural toxins
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Pre-market clearance for new dietary ingredients (NDIs)
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Special requirements for: acidified and low low acid canned foods, juices, seafood, dairy products, genetically modified foods, infant formula, etc.
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Prior notice of food shipments
Services
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Conducting GMP auditing for facilities according to U.S. FDA抯 requirement
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Acting as a U.S. agent for registration of food facilities
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Assisting in determination of food wholesomeness
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Preparing food and dietary supplement labels including claims
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Submitting claims for necessary pre-market approval
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Preparing and submitting pre-market NDI notification to FDA
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Applying USDA permit for animal- and plant-derived food
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Meeting and corresponding to the U.S. FDA
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Identifying clients in need of foods and dietary supplements
BBC Training
Released courses on FDA application training and GMP training for dietary supplement and food:
