Article: Updates on 2010 Regulations -- February 2010
With so many issues before Congress and the executive branch, the
2010 crystal ball looks a little foggy. While matters such as war, health care
and the economy will occupy much attention, certain non-final matters begun in
2009 will carry over. In addition, there are matters with compliance dates in
2009, but for which companies should check for full compliance heading into
2010. There is always the risk that the next crisis or attention-grabbing
headline will usher in a new legislative or regulatory mandate.
Food companies should have in place procedures to implement the requirements of the electronic Reportable Food Registry.
“Responsible parties,” including those facilities registered with FDA, are
engaged in the manufacture, processing and holding of food for consumption in
the U.S. When a responsible party becomes aware of a reportable incident
(generally equivalent to the criteria of a Class 1 recall), it must use the
electronic portal to alert FDA within 24 hours of becoming aware the food
constituted a reportable incident.