Regulatory
CV Sciences, Alkemist Labs partner to support NIST’s cannabis QA program
April 14th 2021CV Sciences, Inc. formed an ongoing partnership with Alkemist Labs to collaborate with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) on efforts to help cannabis testing labs demonstrate and improve measurement capabilities and comparability.
Study from NSF finds illegal stimulants in sports nutrition and weight management products
March 24th 2021A recent study conducted by NSF International and Harvard Medical School found nine prohibited stimulants in 17 sports and weight loss supplements on top of the illegal Deterenol already on the label.
FDA sends warning letters to companies selling topical pain relief products with CBD
March 22nd 2021FDA explained in its warning letters to the firms that even if CBD in the product was labeled as an inactive ingredient, the product cannot be legally marketed without an approved new drug application.
NPA testifies before California's Senate Committee on Health about proposed CBD legislation
March 12th 2021The Natural Products Association recently testified at a public hearing before California’s Senate Committee on Health on new legislation the state is considering that would establish standards for CBD products, and prevent manufacturers as well as distributors from making false claims.
ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical Adulterant Prevention Program celebrates 10 years
March 12th 2021ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical Adulterant Prevention Program (BAPP) is celebrating 10 years of research and educational activities. The program was founded by the American Botanical Council (ABC) in 2011 in partnership with consortium members.
Pharmako receives TGA approval for its manufacturing facility
March 5th 2021Pharmako Biotechnologies, the sister company of Gencor in the U.S., received approval from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), Department of Health and Aging for the Government of Australia, for its manufacturing facility.
CRN launches updated Supplement OWL website
March 4th 2021The Council for Responsible Nutrition has launched a new Supplement OWL (Online Wellness Library) website, featuring an updated design that prioritizes user experience, welcomes a broader registry audience, and enables easier industry participation.
Stratum’s NEM brand eggshell membrane approved for pain claim in Canada
February 26th 2021Health Canada has recently reviewed and approved a new pain claim for Stratum Nutrition’s NEM brand eggshell membrane. The claim reads: “NEM helps provide relief from joint pain due to moderate intensity aerobic exercise as quickly as the first day.”
Steven Tave accepts new position, to leave ODSP in March
February 19th 2021Steven Tave has accepted a new role as director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Operational Policy. Cara Welch, PhD, current deputy director of ODSP will step in as acting director on March 15, when Tave will officially start his new role.