While most food manufacturers are focused on existing FDA and CFIA requirements, there’s a massive regulatory change brewing that could force you to redesign every single product label in your portfolio. And based on the compliance timeline, you have less time to prepare than you think. The FDA’s proposed Front-of-Package (FOP) nutrition labeling rule, published…
Walk down any grocery store snack aisle and you’ll see them: the better-for-you alternatives. Low-sodium chips. Reduced-fat crackers. Sugar-free cookies. Each one promising guilt-free indulgence. And each one, if we’re being honest, delivering a fundamentally compromised experience. I’ve spent over 25 years working with food manufacturers on reformulation projects, and I can tell you something…
An indepth discussion on the commonly used food preservatives in the EU, US and Canada, an introduction to some commercial natural or clean label alternatives
Use the Canadian Food Label Checklist to see if your food label complies with Canadian Labelling Laws.
The role of pH in Food Safety and Shelf Stability is discussed in detail, with an explanation as to why organisms are controlled by pH and the effect on Food Systems
Powerful Front-of-Package Nutrition Symbols at your fingertips We are thrilled to announce the launching of NutriSymbol, the new self-serve Front-of-Package Nutrition Symbols Generator for Canadian Food Packaging and Labelling. The webpage is now active and can be used by anyone to generate compliant Nutrient Symbols that will be mandatory on Pre-packaged foods that meet the…
Effective Traceability and Recall Traceability and Recall in the Food Industry is one important defence against major challenges. The ability to trace raw materials through your food supply chain permits you to quickly isolate specific lots of finished goods and bring them back in the event of a contamination or potential health hazard to consumers….
Amidst the vibrant world of food choices in grocery stores and kitchens, two unsung heroes work tirelessly to ensure our favorite foods remain safe and fresh: water activity (Aw) and pH. These seemingly unassuming factors wield significant influence over the shelf stability of foods. In this comprehensive exploration, we’ll delve into the science of how…
(Article) Chances are you’ve scanned your grocery bill for mistakes, but have you ever checked the weight of products you’ve bought? Some Ontario shoppers have uncovered packages of Cheerios and a Loblaws brand of potato chips that weighed far less than what was printed on the package. CBC News investigated both cases. Here are the details. Mislabelled Cheerios…
Every Food manufacturer, Importer, Exporter conducting business across Provincial boundaries must have a Preventive Control Plan (PCP). In the world of food production, safety is paramount. Consumers trust that the products they purchase are not only delicious but also free from harmful contaminants that could pose health risks. To meet these expectations and fulfill regulatory…