South Korea re-evaluating turmeric, green coffee bean due to adverse reports
South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) is re-evaluating the safety and functionality of turmeric extract and eight other functional ingredients.
Regulation & policy
Across the Nutraverse: FDA eyes GMP, GRAS, NDI updates; EFSA’s QPS list changes; NMN expansion Down Under
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Regulatory review: BPOM-HSA collab, China approvals and more
The collaboration between the Indonesian Food and Drug Authority (BPOM) and Singapore’s Health Sciences Authority (HSA) on joint assessments of complementary health products and China’s approval of joint health claims are some of the latest updates in...
Indonesian industry welcomes regulator’s partnership with Singapore
The Indonesian Food and Drug Authority (BPOM) and Singapore’s Health Sciences Authority (HSA) will be conducting joint assessments of complementary health products and clinical trial regulations, a move welcomed by the industry.
Across the Nutraverse: Ginseng adulteration, EFSA’s DHA levels, ANH sues FDA, Aker’s India strategy
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Scott Bass launches life sciences strategy and dispute-resolution venture
Scott Bass is launching a new firm—Scott Bass Life Sciences LLC—focused on two core offerings: high level strategic guidance for the global self-care sector and a low-cost dispute resolution model designed specifically for life sciences companies.
New nutra regulations in APAC: What’s kicking in this year?
From product labeling to Good Manufacturing Practices requirements, new major regulations are expected to affect the nutraceutical industry across Asia-Pacific in 2026.
Regulatory review: Amazon cGMP requirement, NMN, non-novel probiotic strains
Amazon’s cGMP requirement for all health supplement products, Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration approval of NMN for use in dietary supplements, and the expansion of non-novel probiotic strains by the European Commission are some of the latest...
Fish oil oxidation: Experts debate the science and health impacts
Research shows that some fish oil supplements are oxidized, but is there any scientific evidence to support the perception that oxidized fish oil is less efficacious or even detrimental?
‘NMN for cell repair, lesser white hair’: MFDS clamps down on AI fake experts ads
South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) has blocked online advertisements featuring AI-generated advertisements of doctors making misleading product claims, such as how nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) supplementation can promote cell...
Editors’ picks: Our favorite articles of 2025
We enjoy writing some articles more than others, whether it’s because of the subject, the impact for industry, the insights from commentators or other reasons. But which articles did we enjoy writing the most and why?
‘There was never a dull moment’: 8 reasons to attend the IPA World Congress + Probiota 2026
The IPA World Congress + Probiota 2026 is just two months away! The leading event for the probiotics, prebiotics and microbiome community is a must-attend event, and let us tell you why…
Across the Nutraverse: Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals CEO convicted, Vitamin B6 in Australia, creatine
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Regulatory review: Vitamin B6 in Australia, tariff exemption, IPA on self-GRAS
Australia’s implementation of ‘pharmacist-only’ scheme for vitamin B6, the US expanding tariff exemption list to include botanicals like turmeric, and the International Probiotics Association’s efforts in addressing expected changes to the USFDA GRAS...
Australia implements ‘pharmacist-only’ scheme for vitamin B6 from Jun 2027
Vitamin B6 supplements with a recommended daily dose of over 50mg but 200mg or less will be sold as ‘pharmacist-only’ products in Australia from June 2027.
規制レビュー：偽造品、成分不一致、NMNのステータス
マレーシア企業Holista Colltechが自社オメガ3製品の偽造問題を受け規制当局への強い働きかけを要請、オーストラリア規制当局が輸入メラトニンサプリメントの成分不一致を指摘、米国FDAがNMNのサプリメントとしての合法性を宣言―規制関連ニュースの最新動向をまとめました。
3 crucial steps to harmonise halal standards across regions
Halal food trade faces challenges in regional, much less global, standardisation – experts outline three key steps to move toward a unified system
监管审查：假冒产品、含量不符、 NMN 合法化
本期监管动态为您带来最新进展，包括马来西亚公司 Holista Colltech 因旗下 Omega-3 产品遭遇假冒问题呼吁行业加强与监管机构沟通、澳大利亚监管机构警示进口褪黑素补充剂含量不符问题、美国 FDA 宣布 NMN 可作为膳食补充剂合法使用。
IPA chief on the end of self-GRAS, China’s probiotic growth and global regulatory uncertainty
The International Probiotics Association (IPA) has mobilized its regulatory affairs committee to address expected changes to the GRAS affirmation pathway. “We’ve been very active, proactive,” says George Paraskevakos.
TGA to work on updating guidance for listed medicines permitted indications
Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has plans to update guidance around permitted indications for listed medicines, amongst others, as part of upcoming plans for year 2025/2026.
Regulatory review: Counterfeits, content discrepancies and NMN’s status
Malaysia firm Holista Colltech urging stronger voice with regulatory authorities amid counterfeits of its omega-3 products, Australia’s regulator flagging content discrepancies in imported melatonin supplements and U.S. FDA declaring NMN lawful in...
Holista Colltech urges stronger voice among industry players amid counterfeit case
Malaysia-based Holista Colltech is urging industry stakeholders to have a stronger voice with regulatory authorities amid a counterfeit case involving its omega-3 supplements.
Trend tracker: Q-commerce, ‘proteinification’, magnesium in the spotlight
Find out more about India’s quick-commerce boom, ‘proteinification’ in food and drinks, and what’s driving the popularity of magnesium supplements in Australia.
Too little, too much: TGA finds content discrepancies in imported melatonin products
Several melatonin supplements imported into Australia were found to contain amounts that were either significantly higher or lower than the amount labeled, says the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).
Vitafoods Asia 2025
IPA opens China office, unveils upcoming plans
The International Probiotics Association (IPA) has officially opened its China office located in Shanghai, and Executive Director George Paraskevakos recently spoke with NutraIngredients on the association’s plans in the country.
The ‘proteinification’ of everything
Once just a bottle shaker staple, protein is taking on new forms and finding its way into everything from soda to chips to macaroni and cheese.
FDA declares NMN lawful in dietary supplements
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has responded to a Citizen Petition from the Natural Products Association (NPA) and the Alliance for Natural Health USA (ANH) on the status of NMN, declaring the vitamin B3 form to be lawful for use in dietary...
Korea expands warnings on Garcinia cambogia products after additional hepatitis cases
South Korean authorities are adding more precaution statements to health functional foods containing Garcinia cambogia, following recent complaints of acute hepatitis.
UAE to link beverage prices to sugar levels: What does industry need to do?
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) will implement a tiered excise tax on sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) from January 2026
India GST: Three factors to realize “full impacts” of reduced rates
The Indian government’s reduction of Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates could stimulate consumption of goods, including nutraceuticals, but there are three other factors at play to realize the “full impact” of tax cuts.
Regulatory review: GST cuts, self-affirmed GRAS, health foods safety rules
India slashing GST for nutraceuticals, US proposing amendments to Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS), and China’s upcoming health foods safety rules review are some of the new updates in this regulatory news round-up.
Australian industry body corrects nutraceutical misconceptions by local media
Complementary Medicines Australia (CMA) has published a statement addressing misconceptions and inaccurate information made by a local media regarding nutraceuticals.
India cuts nutraceuticals GST to 5%, minister urges firms to pass on savings
The Indian government last week announced a steep reduction in GST rates for nutraceuticals from 18% to 5%, and the minister of commerce has urged companies to pass on the savings to consumers.
Eliminating self-affirmed GRAS? FDA advancing proposals to amend food ingredient regulations
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s proposals to amend the Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) regulation are expected in October.
NZ export exemption rules give only “limited benefits” for supplements - expert
New Zealand companies exporting dietary supplements and food are exempted from certain domestic labeling and composition rules from September 25, but these are not enough to boost supplements exports.
What do US tariffs against India mean for botanical exports?
President Trump implemented 50% tariffs on goods from India 10 days ago in retaliation for India’s importation of Russian oil. According to the BBC, prolonged 50% tariffs could ‘shave off’ as much as 0.8% of India’s GDP.
China regulator to tighten control on health foods marketed to seniors
China’s State Administration of Market Regulation (SAMR) said it would be tightening control on health products marketing, especially health foods marketed to seniors.
China regulator to release new stability and safety rules for health foods
The Chinese regulator is introducing new health foods regulations, including requiring more stability and safety reports on non-purified fermented raw materials.
Food, nutra policies must match risks, not stifle competition - experts
Regulations should protect consumers by matching actual risks, but misplaced focus may hinder innovation and fair competition, experts caution
Fake obesity supplements worth US$23m uncovered in South Korea
South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) has busted five companies selling fake supplements claiming to provide weight loss benefits.
‘Never a dull moment’: Save the date for IPA WC + Probiota 2026
Described by one recent attendee as “the bridge between science and marketing”, the IPA World Congress + Probiota 2026 is returning to the Emerald Isle for its 12th edition.
Vitamin D for bone strength: Four products removed as evidence lacking - TGA
Four vitamin D products making bone strength claims have been removed from the Australian market due to a lack of evidence, the local regulator said.
Critical milk-based supplement ingredient faces regulatory, trade challenges
Products derived from nonfat milk solids, essential ingredients across multiple dietary supplement categories, are vulnerable to shifts in government regulations, trade agreements and export controls.
Regulatory review: Hydrolyzed milk protein for sleep, 7-OH ban and more
South Korean regulator Ministry of Food and Drug Safety’s plans in recognizing sleep support claims for hydrolyzed milk protein and its import ban on 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) supplements are some of the new updates in this round-up.
India urges cuts of oil, sugar in foods under Modi’s anti-obesity plan
Following PM Modi’s call to curb obesity, India’s FSSAI is urging states to cut oil use by 10% and roll out ‘sugar boards’ to promote healthier diets in schools
MFDS considers hydrolyzed milk protein as sleep support ingredient
South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) is considering the approval of hydrolyzed milk protein as an ingredient for improving sleep quality.
South Korea bans imports of supplements containing 7-OH
South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) has an import ban on dietary supplements, jellies, and beverages containing 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) and has urged consumers to refrain from these products when doing cross-border e-commerce (CBEC)...