Food Law and Regulation for Non-Lawyers

Marc Sanchez represents FDA-regulated companies in the food, dietary supplement, beverage, cosmetic, medical device and drug industries. With a focus on international trade, he advises clients on the regulatory requirements and strategic corporate considerations that affect the importation, distribution and exportation of FDA regulated products. Marc is a frequent national speaker on FDA compliance issues and is considered a leading voice in understanding the Food Safety Modernization Act, which has fundamentally changed food law in the U.S., with interviews and contributions in the Washington Post and Huffington Post.

1. Introduction to Statutory Framework and Case Law.- 2. Federal Inspection and Enforcement.- 3. Adulteration.- 4. Misbranding.- 5. Food Safety Modernization Act 6. Regulation of Dietary Supplements and Other Specialized Categories.- 7. Food Additives.- 8. Private Actions and Personal Liability.