Discovering a new ingredient for a dietary supplement can be exciting. Not only is there a possibility of the ingredient helping consumers, but being the first to market could mean great success for your product line. However, before you introduce a new ingredient to the market, there are some things you need to know. Namely, you MJST comply with FDA regulations regarding new dietary ingredients. Here’s How… First, You Must Submit To The FDA a Pre-Market Notification if You:
Intend to market a new dietary ingredient
Intend to market a supplement containing that ingredient
Are a distributor intending to market a new dietary ingredient
Are a distributor who intends to market a supplement containing it
This Pre-Market Notification Must Contain
Your name and complete address
The name of the new ingredient. If it’s an herb or botanical, you must include its Latin name.
A description of the dietary supplement that will contain the new ingredient.
Descriptions should include the level of the ingredients in the product
Conditions of use of the product or suggested in the labeling.
If no conditions of use are recommended, ordinary conditions of use and history/evidence of safety showing it is expected to be safe.
Published materials and references on the ingredients (translated to English if necessary)
The signature of the person responsible for the content of the notification. Of course, there can be pitfalls when submitting for a new ingredient. That’s why it’s always wise to consult with an FDA compliance attorney before submitting any forms to the FDA. Bustos Law Group can handle all your compliance issues including new ingredient pre-market notification forms. Don’t let paperwork prevent you from being first to market with your great new idea. Contact Bustos Law Group today for a free consultation.
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