
Food Labeling for Regulators: A Compliance Training
Compliance with FDA labeling requirements for food products is essential. Learn the basics of labeling laws and regulations and avoid recalls or products stopped at the border.

Overview
This online training for professionals is offered in partnership with IFPTI (International Food Protection Training Institute). The course has been designed specifically for FDA regulators, and now you can gain the same valuable insights and knowledge they receive. You may begin the course anytime and work at your own pace. Once you complete the course, you may download your training certificate which includes both the FDA and IFPTI logos.
This course will cover introductory knowledge, skills, and abilities related to labeling requirements, and the components of feed and food product labels.
After completing this course, you will be able to:
- Recognize the types of food labels,
- Recognize product label compliance,
- Recognize product-specific label requirements,
- Define product label requirements, and
- Identify product label components.
Agenda
Foundations
- Recognize the importance of food labels.
- Differentiate between a food label and food labeling.
- Recognize the purpose of food labels.
- Recognize how food labels provide information to consumers.
- Identify product label components
Labeling Components
- Identify the components of a human food label.
- Identify the components of an animal food label.
- Differentiate between a principal display panel and an information panel.
- Recognize commodities with specific labeling requirements.
- Recognize food label dietary claims.
Labeling Laws and Regulations
- Identify laws related to food labeling.
- Identify agencies that regulate food labeling.
- Recognize the role of AAFCO concerning labeling.
- Recognize exemptions from labeling requirements
Free FDA Compliance Guide
