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Promoting Sustainability – Is Your Front of Pack Doing You Justice?
The sustainability agenda is continuing to change the way consumers buy, what they buy, and who they buy from. Are you demonstrating your commitment clearly to those that matter most? The UK Government Sustainable Development Commission has defined sustainability as: “development that meets the needs of the present, without compromising the ability of future generations…
Read MorePlant-based & Vegan: Are you really ready?
With the plant-based and vegan markets continuing to thrive, many more food businesses are considering new lines to expand their reach — but do you know the differences between plant-based and vegan? Here are our labelling compliance experts’ top tips for ensuring your products are compliant. What is the difference between plant-based and vegan? The…
Read MoreVegan Cheese Ban: Should UK consumers be worried about a similar action here?
Following news of Turkey’s vegan cheese ban and a similar ban on meat-like terms on plant-based products in South Africa, we turn to our regulatory experts to break down the myths and misconceptions of the decision, and what it means for brands and innovators in this arena. In July, the Turkish government announced a ban…
Read MoreEU Food Regulations and Mutual Recognition – Helpful Organisations
The Mutual Recognition scheme is designed to make the movement of goods easier for businesses. In our previous blog, we outlined the purpose and rules of the Mutual Recognition principle, shining the spotlight on the notion that each nation within the EU has its own national laws which must be considered to successfully enter these…
Read MoreTriman Logo and Sorting Instructions in France
A regulation recently introduced in France means that businesses exporting to the country will now have to include sorting instructions on all packaging to accompany the Triman logo. Here we share an overview of the rules to help businesses prepare. What is the Regulation? From 1st January 2022, signage obligations (as specified in the French…
Read MoreMutual Recognition Principle – The Reality of the EU’s ‘One-Market’
With 27 Member States and millions of potential consumers, the European Union (EU) offers ample opportunity for food manufacturers and retailers. Trade in this region is governed by the Mutual Recognition Principle; in this blog, Ashbury’s EU and German food regulatory consultants delve into the detail of mutual recognition and its impact on the labelling…
Read MoreReg Update: France issues Decree regarding the labelling of products made with plant-based proteins (now suspended)
France has published a Decree formally banning meat names both legal and customary from being used on processed food made from plant proteins. This means plant-based protein alternatives produced in France cannot use a name that refers to: A legal definition for which no addition of plant protein is provided in the rules for composition …
Read MoreWhat Are the Rules for Novel Foods in the UK?
Since the UK left the EU, novel foods are now required to be authorised via a different pathway to market before they can be placed on the market in GB. In this blog, Ashbury experts explain what a novel food is, what the requirements for launching products with novel foods involve, and how businesses can…
Read MoreSunflower Oil Shortage – Labelling Implications
In recent times, supply chain issues seem to be the only thing not in short supply. While many products are feeling the pressure, most recently sunflower oil has been the focus of headlines as it becomes increasingly difficult to source due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. To keep products on shelves, many manufacturers are…
Read MoreNaming your Vegan or Plant-Based Products for the US – Ashbury
How easy is it to replicate your product’s UK success overseas? Our US team shares their guidance on naming vegan and plant-based products to meet FDA labelling requirements. With new legislation to get to grips with, our Senior Regulatory Affairs Advisor, Kayleigh Lieberman, explains the current landscape in the US regarding labelling of plant-based and…
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