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Food Label Basics - US - ENGLISH

This course provides an overview of the basics in US food labeling and regulation.

When? As of now
Where? Virtual classroom - 2 days
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Targets

This course provides an overview of the basics in US food labeling and regulation.

Content

Training Day 1 

  • Laws - Regulations
  • Food Label Basics – US FDA 
  • Food Label Basics – USDA FSIS
    • Statement of Identity – Product Name
    • Vignettes – Pictures, Drawings
    • Imitation
    • Net Content Declarations
    • USDA FSIS Legend
    • Handling Statements
    • Cooking Instructions
    • Safe Handling Statements
    • Distributor – Signature Line
    • Ingredient Statement
    • Allergen Labeling
  • Conditionally Required Labelling
  • Country of Origin Marking
  • Bilingual Labeling
  • Flavor, Color & Preservatives
  • Special Labeling Requirements – Infant formula, Baby Food, Juices
  • Label Claims and Statements
  • Bioengineering Labeling
  • Prop 65 Warning

 
Training Day 2 

  • Nutritional Labeling
  • Menu and Vendor Machine Labeling
  • Nutrient Content Claims
  • Structure Function Claims
  • Heath Claims
    • Significant Scientific Agreement
    • FDAMA claims
    • Qualified Claims
  • Dietary Guidance Statement
  • Factual Statements

Target group

Food companies exporting to the U.S.

Requirements

Basic Knowledge Food Management

Conclusion

Upon successful completion exam, you will receive an SGS Academy certificate of attendance.

Participation fee

990 € zzgl. MwSt.