Regulatory Food & Dietary Supplement Labeling Compliance Services
Accurate specifications, labels, and compliant claims designed to meet FDA, USDA, and customer requirements.
End-to-end Labeling Compliance Expertise
Labeling errors are a leading cause of recalls. We review, validate, and develop compliant labels aligned with FDA, USDA, and retailer requirements. SCS Consulting Services provides:
- FDA & USDA labeling reviews
- Allergen & Ingredient statement verification
- Claims review (organic, gluten free, high in protein, etc.)
- Specification system support for all retailer custom systems
- Artwork & packaging compliance checks
- International labeling guidance
The SCS Consulting Services Advantage
SCS Consulting Services has a team of food labeling experts who provide the accuracy and compliance guidance you can trust. With decades of labeling and regulatory experience, we bring clarity to complex labeling rules, ensuring your products meet regulatory requirements and customer expectations. Our food safety consultants are recognized throughout the industry for having guided companies of all sizes through the complex technical regulations associated with food safety compliance.
Labels That Build Trust and Meet Standards
With compliant labels and accurate claims, your products enter the market confidently and safely. Schedule a meeting with one of our food labeling experts to learn more.
FAQS
- Which agencies oversee food labeling?
The FDA oversees most packaged foods, while USDA regulates meat, poultry, and certain egg products. Retailer specific and international rules may also apply.
- What is included in a SCS Consulting Services food labeling review?
SCS Consulting Services provides comprehensive food labeling reviews that include:
- Product name and standard of identity
- Ingredient list order, sub ingredients, and allergens
- Nutrition Facts Panel or Supplement Facts Panel
- Claims, qualifiers, and required disclosures
- Mandatory statements and placement
- Final Specification and Artwork approvals
- Can SCS Consulting Services verify ingredient statements and formulas?
Yes. Formulas, sub ingredients, allergens, processing aids, and rounding rules are validated to prevent mislabeling and undeclared allergen risks or other violations.
- Do you support claim validation?
Yes. SCS Consulting Services food labeling experts can validate the following claims as truthful, not misleading, and substantiated: organic, natural, gluten free, non-GMO, vegan, kosher and halal, sustainability, and nutrient content claims.
- Can SCS help with USDA label approvals?
Yes. The SCS Consulting Services food labeling team can support your company on sketch submissions, modifications, supporting documentation, and communication with FSIS for approvals.
- What artwork checks do you perform?
We verify regulatory placement, panel formatting, mandatory statements, legibility, font size, color contrast, and barcode placement.
- Does SCS support international labeling?
Yes. We currently support Canada, UK, EU, Mexico, Australia, and Asia Pacific labels, ensuring correct translations and local allergen declarations. International labeling timelines may vary depending on the country and products.
- Can SCS help reduce labeling related recalls?
Yes. SCS Consulting Services offers standardized review procedures, allergen crosschecking, and traceability alignment to reduce mislabeling risk.
- How long does a labeling review take?
Most engagements take 24–72 hours. Complex, multipaneled, or international labels may take longer.
- What does pricing look like for a food labeling review and consultation?
Pricing varies based on your product’s needs, including label complexity, formula details, claims, regulatory pathway, and turnaround time. We provide tailored quotes to ensure the right level of regulatory support. Request a personalized quote today.