Regulatory Archives - NCA https://candyusa.com/nca/regulatory/ The National Confectioners Association Thu, 13 Mar 2025 16:03:42 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 SOTIC 2025 – Cocoa Today, Cocoa Tomorrow https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/sotic-2025-cocoa-today-cocoa-tomorrow/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sotic-2025-cocoa-today-cocoa-tomorrow Thu, 13 Mar 2025 16:03:42 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=55580 Panelists: This session explored critical insights into cocoa crop conditions in Africa, trends in commodity trading dynamics, shifting consumer demand, and expectations for the short- and long-term. Gain valuable perspectives to help navigate the complexities of the global cocoa supply...

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]]> Panelists:

  • Scott Amoye, Vice President Corporate Procurement and Commodity Risk Management, Blommer Chocolate Company
  • Hugo Van Der Goes, Vice President Cocoa North America, Barry Callebaut

This session explored critical insights into cocoa crop conditions in Africa, trends in commodity trading dynamics, shifting consumer demand, and expectations for the short- and long-term. Gain valuable perspectives to help navigate the complexities of the global cocoa supply chain and market dynamics.

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]]> NCA Comments to FDA and USDA on Date Labeling https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/nca-comments-to-fda-and-usda-on-date-labeling/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nca-comments-to-fda-and-usda-on-date-labeling Wed, 05 Mar 2025 15:34:29 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=55640 The FDA and USDA issued a joint request for information, regarding food date labeling, aiming to inform future policy and guidance on terms like “Sell By,” “Use By,” and “Best By” to reduce food waste and consumer confusion. NCA provided...

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]]> The FDA and USDA issued a joint request for information, regarding food date labeling, aiming to inform future policy and guidance on terms like “Sell By,” “Use By,” and “Best By” to reduce food waste and consumer confusion. NCA provided comments on industry practices for date labeling, research on consumer perceptions of date labeling, impacts date labeling has on food waste.

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]]> Introduction to EPR Laws and Business Impacts https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/introduction-to-epr-laws-and-business-impacts/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=introduction-to-epr-laws-and-business-impacts Thu, 13 Feb 2025 20:13:34 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=55000 EPR laws are here, and they will reshape your business operations in 2025. From confectionery wrappers to shipping boxes and pallet shrink wrap, every piece of packaging must now be tracked and reported in several states. This session covers:

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]]> EPR laws are here, and they will reshape your business operations in 2025. From confectionery wrappers to shipping boxes and pallet shrink wrap, every piece of packaging must now be tracked and reported in several states.

This session covers:

  • The progress of EPR laws in California, Colorado, Maine, Minnesota, and Oregon.
  • What businesses must do to stay compliant and continue selling products in these states.
  • How to prepare to meet these new requirements before fees for packaging come into play.

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]]> NCA Comments to HHS and USDA on the 2025-20230 DGAC Scientific Report https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/nca-comments-to-hhs-and-usda-on-the-2025-20230-dgac-scientific-report/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nca-comments-to-hhs-and-usda-on-the-2025-20230-dgac-scientific-report Mon, 10 Feb 2025 19:00:37 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=54947 The Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee develops a comprehensive scientific report on the current state of nutrition science and provides recommendations to HHS and USDA. NCA provides comments on portion size strategies, nutrients to limit, and ultra-processed foods.

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]]> The Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee develops a comprehensive scientific report on the current state of nutrition science and provides recommendations to HHS and USDA. NCA provides comments on portion size strategies, nutrients to limit, and ultra-processed foods.

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]]> NCA Comments to FDA Post Market Assessment of Chemicals in Food https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/nca-comments-to-fda-post-market-assessment-of-chemicals-in-food/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nca-comments-to-fda-post-market-assessment-of-chemicals-in-food Tue, 28 Jan 2025 21:46:40 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=54673 The FDA is developing a systematic process to conduct post-market assessments of chemicals in food, including GRAS ingredients, food additives, color additives, food contact substances, and contaminants. NCA provided comments on areas where the proposed approach can be refined to...

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]]> The FDA is developing a systematic process to conduct post-market assessments of chemicals in food, including GRAS ingredients, food additives, color additives, food contact substances, and contaminants. NCA provided comments on areas where the proposed approach can be refined to strengthen food safety practices and better protect public health.

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]]> Introduction to EPR Laws and Business Impacts  https://candyusa.com/events/introduction-to-epr-laws-and-business-impacts/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=introduction-to-epr-laws-and-business-impacts Mon, 27 Jan 2025 13:56:29 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=event&p=54490 EPR laws are here, and they will reshape your business operations in 2025. From confectionery wrappers to shipping boxes and pallet shrink wrap, every piece of packaging must now be tracked and reported in several states.

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]]> Mandatory EPR Reporting and Fees https://candyusa.com/events/mandatory-epr-reporting-and-fees/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mandatory-epr-reporting-and-fees Mon, 27 Jan 2025 13:56:28 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=event&p=54491 Get ready for mandatory reporting and fee payments under EPR regulations.  

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]]> Get ready for mandatory reporting and fee payments under EPR regulations.  

This session will guide you through: 

  • The specific reporting and payment requirements for California, Colorado, Maine, Minnesota, and Oregon. 
  • A step-by-step walkthrough of the registration and reporting process for businesses. 
  • How to stay ahead of compliance requirements and avoid costly penalties. 

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]]> State EPR Legislative Updates and Deadlines https://candyusa.com/events/state-epr-legislative-updates-deadlines/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=state-epr-legislative-updates-deadlines Mon, 27 Jan 2025 13:56:27 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=event&p=54492 Ensure your business is prepared for critical EPR reporting deadlines.  

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]]> Ensure your business is prepared for critical EPR reporting deadlines.  

In this session, we’ll discuss: 

  • State-specific deadlines, collection, and reporting requirements, focusing on California, Colorado, and Oregon. 
  • Upcoming deadlines, potential fines, and bans for non-compliance in California. 
  • Insights into EPR laws on the horizon in additional states. 
  • The data you need to collect and report to maintain regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions. 

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]]> EPR 2025 Recap and 2026 Outlook https://candyusa.com/events/epr-2025-recap-and-2026-outlook/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=epr-2025-recap-and-2026-outlook Mon, 27 Jan 2025 13:56:27 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=event&p=54493 As the year ends, join us to review key developments in EPR legislation and regulations.  

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]]> As the year ends, join us to review key developments in EPR legislation and regulations.  

This session will highlight: 

  • Progress made in 2025 and lessons learned. 
  • A preview of EPR rules and regulations anticipated in 2026. 
  • Insights to plan your EPR compliance strategy for the upcoming year. 

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]]> Navigating Tariff Policy: Insights and Advocacy for the Confectionery Industry https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/navigating-tariff-policy-insights-and-advocacy-for-the-confectionery-industry/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=navigating-tariff-policy-insights-and-advocacy-for-the-confectionery-industry Thu, 16 Jan 2025 20:38:51 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=54365 As President-Elect Trump prepares for a second term, trade policy and blanket tariffs remain central to the political agenda. With proposed tariffs ranging from 10-20% on all imports and up to 60% on goods from China, the confectionery industry faces...

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]]> As President-Elect Trump prepares for a second term, trade policy and blanket tariffs remain central to the political agenda. With proposed tariffs ranging from 10-20% on all imports and up to 60% on goods from China, the confectionery industry faces significant potential challenges. 

Join us for an exclusive webinar featuring Shawn Jarosz of TradeMoves. Together, we’ll explore: 

  • Key tariff actions from the first Trump Administration (2017-2021). 
  • Potential policy avenues and outcomes in a second term. 
  • Strategies for industry advocacy to protect essential commodities and products. 

Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to advocate for our industry and prepare for what lies ahead in the new year!  

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]]> 2024 Regulatory Update https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/2024-regulatory-update/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2024-regulatory-update Thu, 14 Nov 2024 14:20:25 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=53473 This two-day virtual event explored the critical food safety and nutrition policies shaping the future of the confectionery industry. The program kicked off off with keynote speaker Jim Jones, the FDA Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods who provided a review...

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]]> This two-day virtual event explored the critical food safety and nutrition policies shaping the future of the confectionery industry. The program kicked off off with keynote speaker Jim Jones, the FDA Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods who provided a review of the Agency’s new organizational changes as well as upcoming food safety and nutrition priorities.

Day 1

12:00 p.m.

Welcome & Introductions

Farida Mohamedshah, NCA

12:10 p.m.

FDA’s Human Food Program Priorities

12:40 p.m.

Jim Jones, FDA

FDA Approach to Food Chemical Safety

Shayla West-Barnette, Ph.D., FDA

1:20 p.m.

1:50 p.m.

Food Safety Update

Elizabeth Fawell, Hogan Lovells

Emerging Concepts for Food Allergy Risk Assessment and Management

Joseph Baumert, Food Allergy Research and Resource Program (FARRP)

Day 2

12:00 p.m.

Welcome & Introductions

Farida Mohamedshah, NCA

12:10 p.m.

Nutrition Update

UPF Overview

Allie Graham, Food Directions

Healthy and FOP update

Mason Weeda, OFW Law

Update on the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans Process

Diane Welland, NCA

12:50 p.m.

Overhaul of Chevron Doctrine:
Potential Implications for the Industry

Tish Pahl, OFW Law

PFAS: Federal and State updates

Kyla Kaplan, OFW Law

1:30 p.m.

Food Additives Update

Farida Mohamedshah, NCA

2:00 p.m.

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