TTB Extends Comment Period on its Proposed Requirements for Labeling of Major Food Allergens Used in the Production of Alcohol Beverages
The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) has issued a notice announcing that, in response to industry member requests, it is extending the deadline for submitting comments to December 26, 2006 (from September 25, 2006), regarding its proposed rule to amend 27 CFR Parts 4, 5, and 7 in order to adopt mandatory labeling standards for major food allergens used in the production of alcohol beverages subject to the labeling requirements of the Federal Alcohol Administration Act.
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(See ITT's Online Archives or 09/11/06 news, 06091125, for BP summary of proposed rule.)
TTB Interim Rule on Voluntary Labeling of Major Food Allergens Already in Effect
In addition to the proposed rule, the TTB issued a companion interim rule, which took effect July 26, 2006, that sets forth standards that producers, bottlers, and importers of wines, distilled spirits, and malt beverages must follow should they wish to voluntarily declare the presence of certain major food allergens in their products. The standards for voluntary labeling closely follow the proposed rule.
(See ITT's Online Archives or 09/06/06 news, 06090625, for BP summary of the interim rule on voluntary labeling of major food allergens.)
- written comments are now due by December 26, 2006
TTB Contact - Lisa Gesser (301) 290-1460
TTB Notice (Notice No. 64 (Re: Notice No. 62), FR Pub 09/20/06) available at http://a257.g.akamaitech.net/7/257/2422/01jan20061800/edocket.access.gpo.gov/2006/pdf/06-7963.pdf