Many countries require food products containing major allergens to declare so on the product packaging. However, regulations dictating which allergens must be disclosed and how they must be listed vary…
Tag: Labeling & Compliance
How-To: Using DataLink
DataLink is an add-on module that integrates Genesis R&D Foods with the TraceGains supplier portal to facilitate the transfer of ingredient data. Genesis R&D users who subscribe to TraceGains will…
FAQ: How do I label Added Sugars on products classified as Added Sugar?
Added Sugars is a required label nutrient in the 2016 food labeling regulations and, as such, manufacturers have questions about compliance. This blog talks about what to do when your…
FDA Updates Labeling Guidance for Single-Ingredient Sugars, Honey, Maple Syrup, Cranberries
On June 18, 2019, the FDA released a final guidance document to clarify how to display Added Sugars on the Nutrition Facts panel for single-ingredient sugar products such as table…
Using the Attributes Feature in Genesis R&D for Tracking BE Material and other Recipe Characteristics
We added a feature to Genesis R&D — Attributes — to help you track specific properties in your Ingredients and Recipes in order to comply with mandatory labeling laws for…
Food Product Labeling and Packaging 101
The FDA regulates most packaged foods sold in the United States and has specific requirements for what elements a package must contain (a Nutrition Facts panel, for example). In order…