Food
Food Topics
FDA’s biotechnology policy, consultation procedures
Dietary SupplementsOverview of dietary supplements and the FDA's role in regulating this group of foods.
Food Defense & Emergency ResponseFDA works with other government agencies and private sector organizations to help reduce the risk of tampering or other malicious, criminal, or terrorist actions on the food and cosmetic supply.
Food Ingredients & PackagingSelected topics of interest about food ingredients and food contact substances
Food SafetyProduct-specific information on seafood, fruits, vegetables, milk, canned foods, and infant formula
Guidance, Compliance & Regulatory InformationInformation on food-related guidance documents, manufacturing processes, compliance & enforcement, and industry systems.
Information from the FDA Center for Food Safety & Applied Nutrition on international outreach, exporting and importing into the U.S., and trade agreements related to food safety.
Labeling & NutritionLabeling requirements for foods under the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act.
News & EventsAccess to news releases, Constituent Updates, speeches, reports, upcoming meetings, and other events related to food safety and nutrition.
Resources for YouFood safety information for different audiences.
Science & ResearchInformation on Food-related research areas, risk assessments, laboratory methods, selected scientific publications and presentations on food safety and nutrition.
News and Events
- 02/08/2013
Court shuts down U.S. operations of California drug, dietary supplement manufacturer - 02/05/2013
The Nutrition Facts Label: Helping Americans Make Heart-Healthy Choices - 02/01/2013
Michigan soy processor is under court order to meet FDA food safety standards - Constituent Update: FDA to Hold Additional Public Meetings on Two Major FSMA Proposed Rules
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FDA statement about Canadian salmon that were exposed to the infectious salmon anemia (ISA) virus (PDF - 243KB)
Information for Industry
Registration of Food Facilities Reportable Food Registry for Industry Retail Food Protection Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMPs) Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points (HACCP) - Prior Notice of Imported Foods
Acidified & Low-Acid Canned Foods (LACF) - Food Allergen Labeling
Food Business Requirements: Starting a Food Business