FOOD

KKB regularly handles a broad array of issues relating to foods, including the regulation of new ingredients and “functional foods.” We have assisted clients in obtaining FDA acceptance of a number of novel ingredients and novel health-related claims. We routinely review labels and ingredients to ensure legal compliance, and provide advice on recalls and other manufacturing and safety-related issues. Some of our areas of expertise, for both FDA-regulated foods and USDA-regulated meat, poultry and egg products, include:

		Food labeling:
		- Nutrient content claims - Structure-function claims - Health claims - Allergen labeling - Nutrition labeling and other required information
		Food advertising
		Food standards
		GRAS notifications
		Food additive petitions
		Low-acid canned foods
		Products derived from biotechnology
		Infant formula
		Foods for special dietary use (e.g., weight-loss products)
		Medical foods
		Recalls and reconditioning
		GMP compliance
		Color Additives
		Alcoholic beverages
		Import and export requirements
		Bottled water requirements under State and Federal law
		Bioterrorism legislation
		State law requirements
		Current Good Manufacturing Practices