Regulatory News & Updates

Why EU Expansion Can Trigger a Supplement Formula Review
EU supplement rules are not completely harmonised. Learn why expanding into new European markets may require a review of your formula, dosage, warnings, claims and...

Five Signs Your Growing Brand Has Outgrown DIY Compliance
Compliance often begins as an informal task shared between founders and operations teams. Here are five signs that your growing brand now needs a more...

Digital Product Passports: What Growing Brands Should Do Now
Digital Product Passports involve much more than adding a QR code. This guide explains what brands should review now, from supplier data and materials to...

Entering the UK Food Market: What Overseas Brands Need From a UK FBO
A UK FBO is not simply an address printed on a label. This guide explains how food information, importation, registration, traceability and recalls fit together.

What an External Compliance Department Actually Does for a Growing Brand
An external compliance department should do more than answer occasional questions. Learn how structured outsourced support fits into product launches, supplier control and post-market work.

CE Marking and GPSR: Why Consumer Product Brands May Need Both
CE marking and GPSR are not interchangeable. This guide explains when CE marking applies, why some products must not carry it and which GPSR duties...

IFRA Standards Explained: What Cosmetic Brands Need From Their Fragrance Supplier
An IFRA certificate is important fragrance documentation, but it is not a complete cosmetic safety assessment. Learn what brands should request, check and keep updated.

Novel Ingredients in Food Supplements: What Brands Must Check Before Launch
A new supplement ingredient may be natural, well researched and already sold overseas, but that does not automatically make it lawful in the UK or...

Responsible Person vs Authorised Representative: What's the Difference?
Confused about whether your business needs a UK Responsible Person or an Authorised Representative? This guide explains the differences, who needs each service, common compliance...

Why Growing Brands Outsource Compliance Instead of Hiring In House
Discover why growing brands are outsourcing compliance support instead of hiring in house, and how an external compliance partner can reduce risk.