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Posts by Caitlin Stewart
Labelling products for export to the EU: Six common challenges to consider
Labelling compliance is often the last thing to be considered when beginning to export, but it is a vital part of the process. Ashbury’s International Product Advisor, Nadia Lama, shared six key considerations for exporting to the EU in a guest blog with DIT / Exemplas Trade Services. So, what are the six things she…
Read MoreBaby food and heavy metals: How does US federal law compare to EU and UK baby food legislation?
We spoke to our Product Information Advisors, Jenny Pfleger (UK) and Marisa Them (US) about the regulations that govern the presence of heavy metals in baby food in the USA compared to those in the UK/EU. What’s happening with baby food and heavy metals in the USA: Baby food contaminated with heavy metals is a…
Read MoreBrexit Bite 5 – What are Rules of Origin (RoO): Steps to take and questions to ask to understand where your products fit
Rules of Origin have been under the spotlight since the end of the transition and we’ve had many questions from clients about what this means for their products. Our Product Information Advisor, and BREXIT guru, Rebecca Kaya has put together a helpful article on LinkedIn that breaks down what they are and provides some steps…
Read MoreAshbury COVID-19 Update
To Our Clients, The food industry is aptly referred to as one of the most dynamic; it is no surprise that businesses have displayed tremendous resilience in the face of global crisis, rapidly adapting and evolving to maintain momentum amidst the madness. As a team, Ashbury are counting our lucky stars; our flexible working policy…
Read MoreBrexit changes in the food and drink industry – where you can find helpful resources -BREXIT Bite 4
Trade talks are full steam ahead as the rules and regulations to govern post transition trade are established. Our latest Brexit Bite looks at the resources available to help you keep up with BREXIT changes in the food and drink industry. As the end of the transition period fast approaches and as part of its…
Read MoreAshbury Industry Insights Bulletin: July – September 2020
What’s on the horizon for regulatory compliance? Subscribe to our quarterly bulletin here The quarter two ‘Industry Insights’ bulletin highlights some regulatory and compliance changes, big and small, that have come across our desks this July-September period. The world of regulatory compliance is complex and incredibly dynamic, with so much change it can be difficult…
Read MoreHow To Prepare Product Labels For BREXIT: 6 Changes To Consider – BREXIT Bite 1
In the first of our ‘Brexit Bites’ series, Ashbury experts provide you with insights on how to prepare your product labels for Brexit. We will release a new bite monthly- follow us on LinkedIn to stay informed. BREXIT – It’s been quite a journey, one that looks set to continue well after the end of…
Read MoreHow do you substantiate a pet food claim and how does this differ from human food claim substantiation?
Ashbury Product Information Experts Demelza Sully and Steve Spice, discuss the requirements to substantiate a functional claim on pet food and how the process differs from that of human food. Legal requirements for packaging go beyond human food. There are strict pet food regulations that differ from human food in many ways – one of…
Read MoreWhat are Border Control Posts and why do they matter? – BREXIT Bite 2
Our BREXIT Bites Series gives you a bite sized taste of upcoming changes that may affect your business. We release a new bite monthly; you can subscribe Here. So what are Border Control Posts and why do they matter? Certain goods as they move from country to country are subject to regulatory checks and controls…
Read More‘The Jungle’ – A Work Of Fiction That Accidentally Changed US Food Safety Law Forever
Where did Food Regulations come from? In this blog, we share the story of a work of fiction and how this came to influence the world of regulatory compliance in the US. The Jungle by Upton Sinclair is a harrowing story of an immigrant and the USA meat industry. Globally, it is largely unknown and…
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