The Association for packaging and processing technologies, examined the latest trends impacting the pharmaceutical market. Global sales in 2016 have reached a record high for pharmaceutical sales at $1.1 Trillion, with North America alone generating $574 billion. The greatest influence on growth in the pharmaceutical industry is general economic development. As more people can afford […]
Counterfeit pharmaceutical drugs is a billion dollar a year industry that has put a dark stain on the healthcare industry as the lack of regulatory standards has put patients lives at risk. As a result the FDA is trying to reduce and eliminate counterfeit drugs through the DSCSA (Drug Supply Chain Security Act.) Signed by […]
Consumers today are more educated on the products they purchase and are very conscious of what is deemed “healthy.” We have recently seen waves of food manufacturers facing lawsuits over false advertising, especially focused around foods labeled “healthy” and “natural.” Ryan Fournier, an international trade associate for law firm Armstrong Teasdale lists items manufacturers must […]
Managing label and barcode print operations can be a heavy task for any administrator, especially when it comes to controlling operations across the globe. Ensuring that the correct label and the quantities printed are important for supply chain movement and accuracy. A disciplined approach to global label printing that is extended to all of the […]
The FDA has recently published the final rule implementing section 708 of the Food and Drug Administration Safety and Innovation Act (FDASIA). The rule provides the FDA with an administrative process for the destruction of certain drugs refused admission to the United States. Many of these drugs come into the United States via international mail. […]
The food labeling industry has continued to discuss whether genetically modified goods should have labeling requirements. A few states have had bills proposed but none so far have passed; while some manufacturers are marketing all natural products to drive sales others are arguing that there are no health concerns with genetically modified goods. The issue […]
Kraft has voluntarily recalled 242,000 boxes of their ever popular original macaroni and cheese product after it was found that they could contain small pieces of metal. The highlight of this story is that the recall was initiated before any incidents occurred and federal regulatory agencies had to step. All too often we see that […]