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AHPA opposes Dietary Supplement Listing Act

April 2022: Statement of AHPA President Michael McGuffin

The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) is announcing opposition to the Dietary Supplement Listing Act introduced by Senators Richard Durbin (D-IL) and Mike Braun (R-IN) that would establish a requirement for mandatory product listing (MPL) for all dietary supplements marketed in the United States.

Senator Orrin Hatch – In Memoriam

1934-2022

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of former Utah Senator Orrin Hatch in Salt Lake City this past weekend.

FDA releases draft guidance on N-acetyl cysteine enforcement

April 2022: Enforcement discretion for NAC products that would otherwise be lawful dietary supplements

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released a draft guidance this morning stating its intention to exercise enforcement discretion regarding the sale and distribution of products that contain N-acetyl-cysteine (NAC) and are labeled as dietary supplements.

AHPA’s 40 Herbs We Love – No. 5: Echinacea (with ❤️ from Natural Factors)

April 2022: Celebrating AHPA’s 40th anniversary with 40 of our favorite herbs

AHPA’s 40th anniversary celebrations continue with our showcase of the fifth of many beloved herbs at the heart of our robust industry and vibrant community.

AHPA asks US Trade Representative for reconsideration of herbal ingredient tariff

April 2022: Court of International Trade has ordered US Trade Representative to reconsider China tariff lists

The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) has contacted the U.S. Trade Representative requesting the removal of punitive tariffs from a range of products relevant to the herbal products industry.

OEHHA further amends its proposed Proposition 65 revisions to the short form warning format

April 2022: The latest revisions remove the previously proposed label size and package size limitations

In a proposal released on April 5, 2022, the California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) proposes further amendments to the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled "Proposed Amendments to Article 6 Clear and Reasonable Warnings."

AHPA’s 40 Herbs We Love – No. 4: Aloe Vera (with ❤️ from IASC)

Celebrating AHPA’s 40th anniversary with 40 of our favorite herbs

In honor of AHPA’s 40th anniversary in 2022, we will be showcasing 40 of our favorite herbs throughout the year with support from members who love these herbs, too!

FDA denies petitions to accept NAC in dietary supplement definition

April 2022: Agency leaves door open for enforcement discretion, inclusion by rulemaking

Last week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a response denying citizen petition requests from the Natural Products Association (NPA) and the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) calling on the agency to clarify that N-acetyl cysteine (NAC) is a lawful dietary ingredient.

AHPA updates eight entries to the online Botanical Safety Handbook 2nd Ed. in first 2022 release

April 2022: Ashwagandha and basils among recently updated entries

AHPA members can obtain a hard copy or an annual individual subscription to the online Botanical Safety Handbook for $95.00, with multi-user rates available for companies needing expanded access.

April 2022 AHPA Report

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The April 2022 AHPA Report includes: 40ᵗʰ Anniversary Guest Feature: "The Value of AHPA" by John Scott, DOM of Golden Flower Chinese Herbs, 2022 AHPA Awards, AHPA welcomes new Board Trustees and Officers; and more!

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