Regulation Updates

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has officially asked the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to schedule 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) as a Schedule I controlled substance. The FDA has taken this action because of increasing worries...

Gardenia blue is a natural food colorant made from the fruit of the gardenia jasminoides plant. It is created from an enzymatic reaction and acts as a blue or dark purple colorant in foods, drinks,...

Lutemax protects eye from blue light and UV rays, which helps reduce eye strain and fatigue and may lower the risk of age-related macular degeneration. Breast milk naturally contains significant amount of Lutein to meet...

Sleep plays a vital role in cognitive processes such as memory retention and carbohydrate metabolism. The quality of carbohydrate intake is a core consideration in nutraceutical product development since it modulates sleep stages and cognitive...

The World Health Organization (WHO) has revealed new guidelines, stating that non-sugar sweeteners (NSS) should no longer be viewed to support weight control, or reduce the risk of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). Examples of NSS include,...

The significance of gut health as a key component of health and wellness for companion animals, notably dogs, continues to be increasingly recognized. The microbial constellation of the canine gut microbiome contributes in many ways...

The advancement of the pet food sector in India has highlighted the significant value of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance in the development of animal pet food product development. To meet these challenges, and provide...

The Bureau of Indian Standards has developed a quality standard called IS 11968:2019 to establish consistency around standardized and voluntary specifications associated with the manufacture, labelling and testing of pet food for dogs and cats...

In India, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is the highest authority for food regulation. Its primary focuses are to ensure food safety, create a scientific standard, and regulate food production and...

The growth of the pet food market in India has been strong in recent years, indicating increasing interest in the health and nutrition of pet animals among pet owners. To address issues with safety and...