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Presenter: Alison Bodor, National Confectioners Association (NCA)
The safety and wholesomeness of candy are a top priority for the confectionery industry. Confectionery manufacturers in the United States must comply with all the FDA regulations and follow good manufacturing practices. Additional food-safety measures are likely as a result of pending legislation at the federal level and regulations at the state level. As the FDA focuses more resources on food safety, the agency is also considering changes to the Nutrition Facts panel and has recently issued a guidance document for industry on compliance with current labeling regulations. These issues will be discussed below along with an update on the standards of identity for chocolate.
