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What Regulations Apply for Labeling Net Weight Contents on Packaging?

What is the rule for labeling net weight contents on a package? Is there a minimum weight that we can package a product? Specifically, the...

Is it Possible to Use a Colorant if it is Not on FDA Compliant Lists, but is Used by European Competitors in the US?

We are producing a new produce packaging product that will compete against incumbent products from Europe. These products contain a barium-based...

What is the purpose of an 'e' in Skin Care Labeling and when should it be used?

In the skin care industry, an 'e' is sometimes used on a weight claim on a folding carton or container, such as 4.0 Fl. Oz. e 120 ml. What is the...

Is a Warning Label Required to be on a Garbage Bag?

I am trying to find out when it is necessary to print a warning label on a garbage bag itself. We currently have a warning label on the packaging...

What are requirements for testing and analyzing tea bag filter paper as a food-contact material?

We are a tea bag packaging company and buy tea bag filter paper for packing tea bags. What are requirements for testing and analysizing filter...

Can Resin Codes be Located on the Bottom of Plastic Containers that can be Recycled?

I have looked at the general guidelines for use of resin codes on plastic containers that can be recycled, both from the FTC and the SPI (Society...

What, if any, are the EU Requirements for Minimum Font Size for a Product's Warning Label?

With regards to non-food consumer packaged goods, is there an EU law stating a minimum font size to be used on the packaging when it is...

Is a Grocery Bag Considered an Indirect Food Contact Material Regulated by FDA?

Does a grocery bag qualify as indirect food contact and therefore make it necessary to comply with the related FDA regulations?

What are the Contact Information Requirements for Food Packaging?

Can food packaging just have a phone number or does it also have to have a complete address? What are the specific requirements?