Regulations and risks of bamboo in plastic food contact materials: EU and UK
Food businesses have an increased interest in using bamboo as fillers in plastic food contact materials. Such materials...
Draft regulation on front of pack labelling published in Paraguay
Do you sell food & beverage products in Paraguay? If you do, it’s important to be aware that Paraguay recently...
The Windsor Framework ‘green lane’ for UK goods
With Brexit came many trade challenges, particularly between the United Kingdom (UK) and Northern Ireland. Extensive...
Deforestation-free commodities regulation enters into force in EU
Combating climate change is at the forefront of business and government agendas worldwide, and on 29 June 2023, the...
UK’s Novel Foods Regulation reviewed to ensure it keeps up with innovation
The UK’s Novel Foods Regulatory Framework was recently reviewed, in a project commissioned by the Food Standards...
The Christmas countdown is on for cooking instructions generation
Summer is in full swing, but our Head of Cooking Instructions Natasha Burton says Christmas has come early for her...
Navigating ashwagandha: balancing safety, consumer demand and regulatory concerns
In April of this year, Denmark banned ashwagandha, stating that it has been impossible to find a safe dose (1)...
Recycled plastics and food contact materials: a regulatory snapshot
Uncertainty surrounding the rules governing the use of recycled plastics in food contact materials (FCMs) risks...
Did you know? Eight pieces of retained EU law will be revoked by end of year
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has identified eight pieces of retained EU Law that are no longer required in the UK...
Japan takes a step towards regulation for cultured meat
Cultured meat has gained global attention as a potential solution to address future food shortages and foster a more...
