Food Labelling 101: Standard of Identity

Naming a food product may not be as simple as just giving it a fancy descriptor.  The name may be standardized or defined by the FDA. It could be modified or deviate from regulatory standards/ FDA definition by adding or removing certain ingredients.  Learn how to name your product so that it is compliant with regulations and how to avoid misleading terms.

Who should take this course?

Research/Product development, Quality Assurance, and regulatory professionals.

*Note: This course will be available to you for 1 year from the date of purchase. A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the course.​

Instructor

Irene Chau, Senior Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Mérieux NutriSciences

As a Senior Regulatory Compliance Specialist with the Labelling Compliance & Nutrition Service team at Mérieux NutriSciences, Irene oversees the Third-Party Label Review Program for the largest retailer in the U.S and provides regulatory approvals for U.S. and Canadian labels.

Irene is also responsible for developing training programs to help the growth of the team’s technical professionalism.

Prior to joining Mérieux NutriSciences in June 2009, Irene held the position of Quality Control and Regulatory Affairs Manager at Elco Fine Foods Inc. in Canada, focusing on Canadian labelling and compliances. She also has experience with Pet Food Labelling, Restaurant Menu Labelling, and Dietary Supplement Labelling.