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The regulatory landscape for consumer-packaged goods (CPG) brands is shifting, with artificial food dyes emerging as a central focus of both state and federal scrutiny. Recent actions by the federal and state governments,...more
The company behind social media phenomenon, Poppi Soda (“Poppi”) may be in fizzy waters for its claims the beverage provides prebiotic benefits to consumers....more
ACI and CRN are excited to welcome you back to New York City this Spring for our 12th Legal, Regulatory & Compliance Forum on Dietary Supplements. Network and collaborate with over 150 industry stakeholders to explore how...more
When it comes to mitigating the risk of class action lawsuits, the best offense is a good defense. Companies can take many steps to reduce their exposure to class action litigation before it happens, including the tactics...more
NAD Won’t Rename Supplement Maker - Innovix Pharma loses on product claims but gets to keep its calling card. Nerding Out - Aside from the intricacies of advertising, advertising law, and the disputes engendered...more
Near the end of 2020, in mid-December, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) launched what it referred to as “Operation CBDeceit,” a law enforcement sweep challenging allegedly unproven representations that CBD products could...more
“Treats Chronic Pain… Clinically Proven… Smart Device… Approved by the FDA…” These are all claims the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) says defendants made advertising the Willow Curve, a low-level light therapy device (LLLT),...more
The Ninth Circuit recently affirmed the dismissal of a putative class action alleging that defendant Dr Pepper/Seven Up, Inc. (“Dr Pepper”) violated various California consumer fraud laws by using the term “diet” in naming...more
Even as the U.S. Department of Agriculture released its interim rule for the domestic production of hemp, the last few months should stand as a strong reminder to the industry: in addition to complying with new rules and...more
Products containing hemp-derived cannabidiol ("CBD") have become incredibly popular in the United States, with new product brands entering the market seemingly every day. Consumer demand and public interest in those products...more
Latest Round of FTC CBD Letter-Writing Campaign Has Anonymous Pen Pals - Three companies get talking-to over CBD health claims - Ambitious! Three unnamed companies were on the receiving end of firm but undoubtedly...more
The retail and fashion industries may be transforming at a rapid pace, but the Hogan Lovells Retail and Fashion Group will make sure you are on-trend. ...more
The Katten Kattwalk discusses legal issues in the fashion industry affecting the trademarks, patents and copyrights associated with companies, brands and products. ...more
FDA Issues Guidance on Concentrated Caffeine - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released guidance clarifying that "dietary supplements containing pure or highly concentrated caffeine in powder or liquid...more
Part 1: Current Trends and Ingredient Claims - Class-action lawsuits involving the false advertising of food products continue to be one of the most active areas in class litigation. Originally published in Update...more
The use of beauty products is “an understudied source of environmental chemical exposures” with a disparate effect on women of color, George Washington University and Occidental College researchers argue. Ami R. Zota, et al.,...more
Yet another court has tasked plaintiffs at the pleading stage with providing scientific support for false advertising claims that are based on a product’s alleged failure to deliver its promised health benefits. On Friday, a...more