The looming federal ban on THC-infused drinks and snacks represents a significant regulatory shift that will fundamentally reshape compliance requirements across the food and beverage industry. For recall professionals, this development signals the beginning of a complex transition period that requires immediate attention to inventory management, regulatory alignment, and consumer safety protocols. This federal action […]

The European Securities and Markets Authority released a Consultation Paper on February 18, 2025, proposing draft guidelines that fundamentally restrict how issuers can modify base prospectuses through supplements. The guidelines respond to Article 23(8) of the Prospectus Regulation, which mandates that the ESMA specify the circumstances in which supplements introduce new security types not already […]

New Hampshire Attorney General John Formella has joined 37 other state attorneys general in urging Congress to close a federal loophole that allows the sale of synthetic and intoxicating hemp-derived products linked to emergency room visits, particularly among children. The coordinated multi-state effort highlights growing concern about chemically altered THC products sold in gas stations […]

Alabama's attempt to regulate hemp-derived products through House Bill 445 has resulted in numerous small business closures across the state, with owners reporting devastating financial losses and regulatory confusion since the law took effect in July 2025. Business Closures and Financial Impact The Green Lady, one of Huntsville's first hemp shops, closed in mid-August after […]

Nutraceuticals are natural compounds with health-promoting or medicinal properties. This category includes vitamins, minerals, herbal supplements, animal products, and "functional foods" - food items claiming specific health benefits based on their ingredients. Nutraceuticals: The Growing Market for Health Products Nutraceuticals, a term coined by Dr. Stephen DeFelice in 1989, refers to "food or part of […]

A recent analysis of product recalls in five state-regulated cannabis markets reveals a concerning trend: most recalls are issued too late to effectively recover products that may contain unhealthy levels of mold or pesticides. This delay raises significant questions about consumer safety and the efficacy of current regulatory practices. The Timing Problem in Cannabis Recalls […]