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Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA)

A foundational law in the United States that gives the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authority to oversee the safety, effectiveness, and labeling of food, drugs, cosmetics, and medical devices.

Misbranding

Under the FFDCA, a drug is considered misbranded if its label is false or misleading, or if it fails to include all required information, making it illegal to sell or distribute.

Major Food Allergen

A specific group of common food items legally recognized as causing the majority of severe allergic reactions, such as milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, soy, and wheat.

Gluten-Containing Grain

Grains that contain gluten, a protein composite that can cause health problems for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity; examples include wheat, barley, rye, and their hybrids.

Derived directly or indirectly

Refers to an ingredient that either comes straight from a source (direct) or is produced using a component from that source during its manufacturing process (indirect).