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Sugar and Sugar Alternatives: What industry dynamics are influencing consumer choice?
Sugar: it’s been a topic of conversation within our industry for many years – and it doesn’t appear that this will change anytime soon. It’s undoubtedly been villainised in more recent times for the detrimental impacts that overconsumption can have (and is having) on human health. So much so, the sugar alternatives market is booming,…
Read More‘Not for EU’ Labelling Explained
The recent ‘Not for EU’ labelling seen on products sold in the UK is causing quite a stir for both industry and consumers. While there is currently no enforced law regulating ‘Not for EU’ labelling in the UK, the UK government has asked the industry to begin transitioning in preparation for the expected legislation in…
Read MorePrecautionary Allergen Labelling (PAL): How & When to Use it
Precautionary allergen labelling offers a protective measure in food labelling, used voluntarily by companies to inform consumers of potential allergen cross-contamination risks. While most food businesses understand the importance of declaring allergens present in the food itself, many remain uncertain about how to appropriately use precautionary allergen labelling. In this article, we aim to demystify…
Read MoreA Guide to the FSAs New Guidance for CBD Products Sold in the UK
Rebecca Kaya, Regulatory Specialist at Ashbury shares her insights on the latest changes to CBD regulatory guidance in the UK.
Read MoreFDA Regulations for Labelling ‘Gluten-Free’ and ‘Free-From’Foods in the US
With allergens on the rise worldwide, and more people opting for more control over what they consume, it has never been more important to trust our food labels and make confident decisions about what we consume. New innovations in the ‘free-from’ market are providing more safe choices to those with food allergies or intolerances. However,…
Read MoreWhat Does the Windsor Framework Mean for Food and Drink Business in the UK?
Scenes of empty supermarket shelves in Northern Ireland were a visible reminder of the challenges associated with the Irish border after Brexit. With the UK now outside of the EU, businesses would have had to comply with the strict rules and border checks for goods being imported into the bloc. Yet political leaders recognised that…
Read MoreAllergen Labelling: A Guide For Food Businesses
Food allergen labelling is an important aspect of UK food labelling regulations. Carrying significant implications for both consumer safety and business integrity, allergen labelling regulations require thorough understanding and strict compliance. This guide aims to help businesses understand the key requirements of food allergen labelling and provides advice on how to comply with these rules.…
Read MoreRecycling Regulations in the EU and UK 2023
With many different regulations on recycling and waste reduction out there, it can be confusing — and let’s face it, hard work — to make sure each product is labelled correctly. In this blog, Ashbury’s food regulatory consultant Janet Dalzell, shares insight on some of the major recycling initiatives in place across the EU and…
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 MoreAshbury Industry Insights Bulletin: January – April 2021
What’s on the horizon for regulatory compliance? Subscribe to our bulletin here This volume of the ‘Ashbury Global Industry Insights Bulletin’, provides a snapshot of regulatory activity across key markets including the GCC and Russia. Our advisors collate, analyse and provide expert commentary to help you be prepared and manage risk in your markets of…
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