Introduction
This Manual is made available to Association members to provide a basic explanation of U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulations for the labeling of foods pursuant to the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, including the amendments made by the Nutrition Labeling and Education Act, and the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act.

The Manual was prepared by The Kellen Company under the direction of Lyn O'Brien Nabors and Pam Chumley with the assistance of legal counsel, Covington & Burling. The Manual includes a summary of the most significant regulations and a link to the full text of those regulations which have been adopted as of May 1, 2006. The Manual will be revised as additional regulations are issued.

Summaries and illustrations in this Manual are merely intended to point out the highlights of the regulations. Members of the Association should feel free to consult headquarters on specific labeling problems, but must consult with their own legal counsel to be assured that their specific packages and labels are in compliance with the applicable laws and regulations at both federal and state levels.

The Kellen Company Food Labeling Manual is provided as a service to Kellen Company-managed client associations. It is updated periodically to reflect the latest FDA regulations. Founded in 1964, the Kellen Company provides association management, government affairs, public relations, meetings management, creative communications, website development and other professional services to associations, as well as individual companies. The Kellen Company's mission is "to exceed client expectations through commitment to excellence and employee-owner values."

Instructions For Use
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If you have any questions about this online manual, please email Judy Rogers (jrogers@kellencompany.com).

If you have any questions concerning FDA Food Labeling Regulations, please email Lyn Nabors (lnabors@kellencompany.com) or Pam Chumley (pchumley@kellencompany.com).

This manual is current as of 05/01/2006.