David Joy Quoted in Packaging Digest Article on Front-of-Package Nutrition Labeling

Keller and Heckman Partner David Joy was quoted in the Packaging Digest article, “FDA’s Front-of-Pack Labeling in Limbo.” The article notes that with a new presidential administration coming in, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) proposed rule for front-of-package (FOP) nutrition labeling is still pending at the moment.

According to David, “Everyone is in a wait-and-see mode for now, especially as we can expect a new FDA commissioner in the coming months. There’s been lots of talk about front-of-pack labeling, including at a public meeting organized by FDA. But FDA has yet to issue a proposed rule.”

David further explained, “Typically, it takes several years after a proposed rule is issued before we see a final rule. And then there would be a future compliance deadline. So this is not something that’s right around the corner. FDA is not under a statutory mandate to issue an FOP nutrition labeling regulation. It’s possible the incoming administration will decide we don’t need FOP nutrition labeling after all. It’s early to know.”

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