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Jennifer Diaz Presenting at Global Trade Educational Conference 2021

The NCBFAA Educational Institute invites all global logistics professionals to its 7th Annual Global Trade Educational Conference (GTEC). This two-day event in Baltimore, MD will give customs brokers, freight forwarders, NVOCCs, OTI, service providers, importers, exporters and all global logistics professionals an opportunity to update themselves on industry developments and connect with colleagues new and old.

Join us IN PERSON in Baltimore, MD, July 26-27, 2021. NCBFAA NEI and hotel staff will be complying with all state and venue COVID-19 protocols so you can feel safe attending the event! Virtual attendance is available, so you can gain knowledge from anywhere!

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By Jennifer Diaz|2021-07-29T11:56:47-04:00July 6, 2021|ACE, Best Practices, Brokers, CBP 28, CBP 29, CEE, Counterfeits, CTPAT, Currency Seizure, Customs Broker, Customs Expert, Detention, Enforcement, Forced Labor, Freight Forwarding, Import, Intellectual Property Rights, International Trade, IPR, Trademarks and Logos, ISF, Labeling, Liquidated damages, penalty, Pre-compliance, Seizure, Speaking, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)|0 Comments

OPPORTUNITIES IN AGRICULTURE – WHY CHOOSE THE CARIBBEAN?

Because of its production limitations, the Caribbean has become a growing market for U.S. suppliers. As one of the most diverse regions in the world, the islands of the Caribbean attract a lot of visitors. With the development of tourism comes an increased demand for imported products from the U.S.—due in part to their perceived higher quality.

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By Jennifer Diaz|2022-07-07T14:31:33-04:00September 28, 2020|Caribbean Basin Initiative, Customs Expert, Enforcement, Export, FDA Issues, Food, International Business, International Trade, Labeling, Pre-compliance, Supply Chain, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)|0 Comments

Did You Know That Sunglasses Are Regulated by The FDA As Medical Devices?

Did You Know That Sunglasses Are Regulated by The FDA As Medical Devices?

Whether you import sunglasses into the United States or sell sunglasses in the U.S. commerce, you are required to comply with the laws and regulations of the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA regulates sunglasses products to ensure their safety and impact resistance. These products are regulated as medical devices as they are intended to mitigate or prevent the effect of the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays on the eyes of a person. The term “Medical Device” is defined in 21 CFR 201(h).

The following are FDA regulations that apply sunglasses. Failure to comply with them may result in CBP and FDA detaining your sunglasses at the U.S. port of entry.

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By Jennifer Diaz|2022-07-07T13:31:00-04:00May 30, 2019|Customs Expert, Enforcement, Expert, FDA Issues, Import, International Trade, IPR, Trademarks and Logos, Labeling, Medical Devices|0 Comments

UPDATE: FDA Delays Compliance Dates for the New Nutrition Facts Label Rule

In an earlier article, we detailed some of the new changes that would be implemented with the new Nutrition Facts Label rule. That article also provided the compliance dates for the rule. On September 29,2017, however, the FDA proposed yet another deadline extension for food companies to bring their products’ labeling into compliance with the new Nutrition Facts Label rule. Amid concerns of requiring more time to implement the final rules, raised by trade groups and companies, the FDA decided to further delay the compliance dates. The proposed extension dates are January 1, 2020, for companies with food sales of $10 million or more a year and January 1, 2021, for companies with less than $10 million a year in food sales.

In a news release issued September 29, 2017, The FDA reiterated its commitment “to making sure that consumers have the facts they need to make informed decisions about their diet and the foods they feed their families.” Furthermore, because this extension is a proposal, the FDA will exercise discretion with respect to the current compliance dates of July 26, 2018, and July 26, 2019. […]

By Jennifer Diaz|2022-07-07T12:20:22-04:00October 6, 2017|Best Practices, Customs Broker, FDA Issues, Food, Import, International Law, International Trade, Labeling, Pre-compliance, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)|0 Comments

FDA Delays Compliance Dates for the New Nutrition Facts Label Rule

Take a look at any food label. Check out the back panel entitled, “Nutrition Facts”. It should look similar to the image on the left. Take a look at the total carbohydrate. In this sample, the total carbs is 37g, with 4g of dietary fiber, and 1g of sugar. That leaves 32g of carbohydrates unaccounted for! What are those carbs you might wonder? Well, a majority of them are added sugars.

On May 20, 2016 the FDA finalized the new Nutrition Facts label final rule for packaged foods. It was the first major update, and regulation, to the nutrition facts label in 20 years. The FDA’s regulation targeted sugars, in particular “added sugars”, and provided a major update to the amount of nutrients people customarily consume. Additionally, the nutrition facts label received a face lift.

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By Jennifer Diaz|2021-03-26T14:07:04-04:00August 11, 2017|Best Practices, Customs Broker, FDA Issues, Food, Import, International Law, International Trade, Labeling, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)|2 Comments

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