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October

Nutrition & Health Claims Europe - Designing Clinical Studies for Success
October 27, 2011
Brussels, Belgium

This one-day interactive workshop was directed at R&D and Nutrition Communication staff, Legal Councils, Marketing and Sales, and Production of European Food Industry and companies interested in importing food products in the European Union. The workshop was an excellent opportunity to meet the experts and network with colleagues.

Program topics included:

•Status of the implementation of the Nutrition and Health Claims Regulation.
•Learning from EFSA scientific opinions and guidelines and the EC decisions.
•How to identify health effects, select biomarkers and design clinical studies targeted at successful claim submission.
•How to work with Clinical research organisations with food products in the Health Claim area.
•Cost benefit analysis, logistics and proprietary data as part of successful cooperation with CROs.

If you missed Lina Paulionis' presentation on 'Which Biomarkers are required and can be Acceptable Methodological for Health Claims?', please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information visit: http://www.healthclaims.eu/

Pitfalls in early drug development, nonclinical, manufacturing and clinical issues
October 26 2011
Complimentary Webinar

Drug discovery and development is an intricate process which operates in a highly regulated environment. All drug development programs involve combining together many different disciplines including pharmacology, drug metabolism & pharmacokinetics, toxicology, chemistry & manufacturing (CMC), and clinical research and operations. The success of a drug development program is only as good as the weakest link in this complex and interrelated development chain.

The submission of incomplete, inaccurate, or scientifically deficient data to a regulatory authority will result in rejection/clinical hold and cost a company and its investors significant time and money.

As drug development consultants, Intertek Cantox see the same types of missteps in early drug development being perpetrated by a multitude of early stage companies developing biologic and small molecule therapeutics across a wide variety of therapeutic areas. This webinar addressed ways to avoid common mistakes, and is of relevance to scientists, entrepreneurs, investors, and drug development executives alike.

Presenter:
Lindsay N. Donald, DABT
Vice President of Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Group
Intertek Cantox

Lindsay N. Donald has over 25 years of drug development experience in industry within pharmaceutical, biotechnology companies and contract research organizations. He has been an American Board Certified Toxicologist for over 15 years and has worked in a variety of therapeutic areas including anti-inflammatory, anti-infective, oncology, gastro-intestinal disorders and numerous biological products such as thrombolytics, cytokines, monoclonal antibodies and growth factors.

As Vice President of the Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Group, he is intimately involved with the strategic planning, design and implementation of drug development programs for clients. Nonclinical and clinical safety data in support of regulatory filings are critically evaluated and he represents clients with various international regulatory agencies including the Food & Drug Administration and Health Canada.

For more information, please contact pharma@cantox.com.


Canadian Association of Chemical Distributors
October 25 - 26, 2011
Mississauga, Ontario

The Canadian Association of Chemical Distributor’s Semi Annual Meeting connected Members, Supplier Partners, Industry Experts and Government Representatives. This conference was an opportunity to collaborate and share operational and regulatory practices. The Semi Annual Meeting was a time to hear and learn what is coming up in our ever changing chemical industry.

If you missed Joyce Borkhoff's presentation on October 25, 2011, please contact chemicals@cantox.com.

For more information visit: http://www.cacd.ca/
 

Good Practices for Creating a Reasonable Testing Program for RoHS 2 - A Complimentary Intertek and Olympus Innov-X Webinar
October 13, 2011
Complimentary Webinar

Recent changes within the new Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive and other restricted substances requirements will have a significant impact on all electronic products that are currently covered under the pre-existing RoHS Directive, while expanding the scope of covered products in a transitional timetable.

The increased enforcement powers and compliance activities for this law create a need for all areas of an electronic and electrical equipment manufacture company to become properly educated in its impact. This presentation provided sufficient content and discussion to allow companies to make required decisions in creating a reasonable testing program.

Topics addressed:

•Elements and examples of a Reasonable Testing Program
•Identification of applicable requirements
•Compliance Assurance Process implementation
•Supplier data collection
•Product screening and testing based upon a GAP analysis and Risk Assessment to address Reasonable Testing Program requirement
•Use of X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) screening

For more information visit: http://www.intertek.com/events/2011/rohs2-testing-program-webinar/
 

Canadian Fertilizer Products Forum
October 19, 2011
Ottawa, Ontario

The Canadian Fertilizer Products Forum (CFPF) is a stakeholder-led initiative launched in November 2006 to: provide consensus-based advice to
government on matters relating to fertilizer and supplement policy and regulation; enhance the reputation of the industry and confidence in its
products via communications and outreach to stakeholders; and plan for the future by conducting research on emerging market opportunities and needs of producers.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Jessica Walsh, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information http://www.cfpf-fcpf.ca/
 

CHFA (Canadian Health and Food Association)
October 13 – 14, 2011
Toronto, Ontario

CHFA Expo East is the largest conference and trade show in Canada, serving the natural products and organic industries. This was a place where you could meet face-to-face with the industry's top manufacturers, distributors and brokers. It was a place where you were able to find thousands of products - including new products never seen before in Canada.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with us at CHFA, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information visit: http://www.chfa.ca/en-us/events.aspx
 

SupplySide West
October 10 – 14, 2011
Las Vegas, Nevada

SupplySide West, the world’s largest event for healthy and innovative ingredients, was a must-attend show for manufacturers, marketers and formulators of foods, beverages, supplements and cosmeceuticals.

If you missed the opportunity to visit us at our booth, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information visit: http://www.supplysideshow.com/

Functional Food Product Development: Market,Regulations, Bioactive Compounds and their Utilization
October 10 – 11, 2011
Las Vegas, Nevada

In co-operation with SupplySide West at The Venetian and the Sands Expo.

If you missed Dr. Ashley Roberts presentation on ‘Regulatory Update for Functional Foods’, contact food@cantox.com
 
For more information visit: http://home.scarlet.be/~tpm12374/smartshortcourses/

Health Ingredient Japan
October 5 – 7, 2011
Tokyo, Japan

Hi Japan is a global business platform that offered the opportunity to drive forward your product development initiatives. Hi Japan has been the leading industry trade show delivering a worldwide audience of health ingredients professionals. The show has continually evolved, adapted and innovated to ensure it reflects the dynamics of an ever-changing global industry.

If you missed the opportunity to visit us at our booth, contact food@cantox.com

For more information visit: http://www.hijapan.info/eng/info/hi.html
 

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August

Section of Administrative Law & Regulatory Practice Annual Meeting
August 4 - 7, 2011 
Toronto, Ontario

The EU and Canada are both implementing new, ambitious programs that provide models, and cautionary experiences, for U.S. reforms. The EU’s REACH program has been widely criticized for needless expense and complexity and for producing slow results. The Canadian Environmental Protection Act, by contrast, is frequently cited by stakeholders as a better approach.

This program focused on the features of CEPA that makes it apparently more efficient and productive. Also, it explored how compatible those processes would be with U.S. law and expectations regarding transparency, participation and due process.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Karen Levins, please contact chemicals@cantox.com.

For more information visit: http://www.americanbar.org
 

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July

Controlled Release Society 38th Annual Meeting & Exposition
July 30, 2011 – August 3, 2011
National Harbor, Maryland

The Controlled Release Society (CRS) is the premier society world-wide for delivery science and technology. The CRS serves more than 1600 members from more than 50 countries. Two-thirds of the CRS membership represents industry, and one-third represents academia and government. Our field draws on the expertise of many disciplines including chemistry, chemical engineering, pharmaceutics, physics, materials science, and the biological sciences—biochemistry, biophysics, molecular biology, physiology, cell biology, and medicine to name a few. Today, delivery science and technology is developing into a key multi-disciplinary field with diverse applications and practitioners around the world. The scientific program provided the latest research & technical innovations in the area of medicine, tissue repair, diagnostics, and consumer products.

If you missed Ms. Theresa Poon's presentation on 'Health Claims in the European Union: Latest Developments and Their Implications', please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information visit: http://www.controlledrelease.org
 

Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO)
July 30, 2011 – August 1, 2011
Austin, Texas

The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) is a voluntary membership association of local, state and federal agencies charged by law to regulate the sale and distribution of animal feeds and animal drug remedies. The Association provided a forum for membership and industry representation to achieve three main goals:

1. Ensure consumer protection
2. Safeguarding the health of animals and humans
3. Providing a level playing field of orderly commerce for the animal feed industry.

These goals were achieved by developing and implementing equitable laws, regulations, standards, definitions and enforcement policies for regulating the manufacture, distribution and sale of animal feeds - resulting in safe, effective and useful feeds by promoting uniformity amongst member agencies.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Dr. Elizabeth Lewis, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information visit: http://www.aafco.org/

 

37th Annual Summer Meeting of The Toxicology Forum
Aspen, Colorado
July 10 – 14, 2011

Recognized as the leading international toxicology organization that promotes and encourages open dialogue among government agencies, industry, academia, policymakers and public interest groups concerned with public health issues; such interactions will facilitate sound policy decisions that protect and promote public health.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Dr. David Bechtel, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information visit: http://toxforum.org 
 

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June

HBA Global
June 28 - 30, 2011
New York, New York

HBA Global Expo provided the top personal care and beauty manufacturers with the entire spectrum of new ingredients, solutions, supplier resources as well as world-class education to help bring new products and innovate concepts to market.

This unique tradeshow covered:

•Technologies and services
•Packaging materials and components
•Packaging and marketing services
•Ingredients and raw materials
•Spa & wellness materials and services
•Contract manufacturing/packaging services
•Private Label and full-service companies
•Finished product companies

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Ms. Katherine Vega, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information visit: http://www.hbaexpo.com/

 

Chemcon Asia
June 27, 2011 (pre-conference seminar)
June 28 - July 1, 2011 (conference)
Kowloon, Hong Kong

ChemCon Asia 2011 is a global platform which brought together more than 200 company experts representing companies, authorities and international organizations from over 25 countries. Presentations were given by more than 35 speakers from governments and industry and focused on the field of international chemical legislation all over the world, like REACH, GHS and country specific information on inventories, labelling requirements, etc.

If you missed Ms. Karen Levin's, Cantox Health Sciences, presentations on ‘GHS: Implementation in the Americas’ and ‘Canada - Overview on chemical control legislation (labelling, MSDS, existing and new substances, etc) and aspects of GHS’, please contact chemicals@cantox.com.

For more information visit: http://www.chemcon.net/

 

Planning for your Business and Protecting your Products Under CEPAs Chemicals
Management Plan
June 23, 2011
Free Webinar

On December 8, 2006, the Canadian government pledged to spend $300 million over four years to implement their Chemicals Management Plan. Four years later, where do we stand? Environment Canada and Health Canada have together categorized the Domestic Substance List into high, medium and low priorities for action. Together they have now assessed 200 chemical substances identified as high priorities for action under the initiative known as “The Industry Challenge.” These substances were predisposed to being declared “CEPA Toxic” and were anticipated to be subject to severe restrictions, including possible bans.

This webinar briefly reviewed “The Industry Challenge”, and provided an update on the fate of the 200 high priority substances – industry participation, the assessment outcomes, the proposed risk management, and, most importantly, the foreseeable impact on the chemical industry and our downstream stakeholders. The presentation ended with a discussion of “what’s next”, including international collaboration activities and the proposed path forward for the 3000 medium priority substances and the remaining low priorities.

This Free Webinar was presented by Ms. Joyce K. Borkhoff, Cantox Health Sciences, Director. If you would like to meet with Ms. Joyce Borkhoff, please contact chemicals@cantox.com.

 

NutriCosmetic Summit
June 22 - June 23, 2011
Las Vegas, Nevada

The NutriCosmetic Summit provided a unique opportunity for education, interaction and inspiration within the growing global health and nutrition beauty community. Focusing on science, formulation and regulatory issues or business and marketing trends to gain insight on the developing market for consumed “beauty from within” products that use natural, healthy, nutritional and functional ingredients.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Dr. Andrea Wong, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information visit: http://www.nutricosmeticsummit.com/ncs11/Public/enter.aspx

 

MOSH/MOAH Seminar: Migration of mineral oil from packaging materials to foodstuff.
An Intertek Expert Services Seminar
June 22, 2011
Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Intertek offered an informative and educational seminar in Amsterdam, Netherlands, focusing on the migration of mineral oil from packaging materials to foodstuffs.

This unique program covered:

•History & scientific background of MOSH/MOAH issue
•European Authority’s view to this subject
•Analytical testing aspects
•Toxicological aspects
•Impact on food packaging production

This seminar gave the opportunity to learn from the experts about their views on the impact of mineral oil on product and in the end on consumer safety. The different parts of this seminar provided an insight into the corresponding scientific background, the most appropriate analytical methods, a toxicological view and the impact on food packaging producers.

If you missed Mr. Nigel Baldwin's, Cantox Health Sciences, presentation on the ‘Toxicological Assessment of Mineral Oils Transferred from Packaging Materials into Foodstuffs’, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information visit: http://www.intertek.com/ies/mosh-moah-seminar-amsterdam/

 

DIA
June 19 - June 23, 2011
Chicago, Illinois

DIA 2011:

• Brought together industry professionals, clinicians, patient representatives, and regulatory agencies from all continents
• Facilitated knowledge exchange needed to positively impact innovation and ultimately patient care and outcomes
• Provided an invaluable forum for professionals involved in the discovery, development, and life cycle management of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and related products, including discussion of current issues related to new areas such as comparative effectiveness, health outcomes, and medical devices.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with us at our booth, please contact pharma@cantox.com.

For more information visit: http://www.diahome.org/
 

NutrEvent
June 15 - 16, 2011
Lille, France

NutrExpo is the leading European trade show dedicated to innovation in nutrition and health. It constituted a major opportunity to meet as many of the sector's decision makers (scientists, business developers, buyers, etc.). As an international benchmark show, NutrExpo was dedicated to research and innovation in the field of nutrition. It brought together the main players in nutrition and health: ingredient and finished product suppliers, research centres, investors, company incubators, clusters, government bodies, trade associations, training organizations, service providers and equipment suppliers. NutrExpo enabled these stakeholders to access privileged information, forge an effective network and highlight their skills, services and innovations.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with us at our booth, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information visit: http://www.nutrevent.com

 

IFT - Institute of Food Technologist
June 11 – 14, 2011
New Orleans, Louisiana

The IFT Food Expo is the single most important event for professionals involved in food science and technology. They know first-hand that it’s the best place to see the newest products, trends, tools, and techniques, and meet face-to-face with the companies who provide them. As the only true one-stop-shop for trends and information in the food world-the IFT Food Expo is the single most important event for new technologies and one-to-one, in-person dialog.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with us at our booth, please contact food@cantox.com.

If you missed Dr. Bernadene Magnuson's presentations on ‘Issues and challenges for food product applications of nanomaterials’ and ‘Comparing approaches to regulation of food additives in countries around the world’, please contact food@cantox.com.

If you missed Mr. Ryan Simon's poster presentation on ‘Vitamin D mushrooms: Comparison of the composition of button mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus) treated post harvest with UV-B light or sunlight’ on June 12, 2011, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information visit: http://www.ift.org/

 

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MAY 

BioFinance
May 31 – June 1, 2011
Toronto, Ontario

BioFinance is the leading investor conference in Canada for the life sciences industry.  This event brought together key industry players interested in investment opportunities and issues affecting companies in the life sciences sector.  Presenting companies discussed a range of industries including: biologics, medical devices, drug delivery, vaccines, diagnostics, bio-energy, green technologies, bio materials, industrial biotech, and research services.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Anna Metcalfe, Vice President, Regulatory Affairs, please contact pharma@cantox.com.

For more information visit: www.biofinance.ca

 

Biofortified and Functional Food: A Healthy Future?
May 19, 201
London, England

Bioscience and agronomic technologies are being employed, not only to increase the nutritional value of food and animal feed, but also to promote health, physical and mental performance and well-being. 

This event:

• Explored progress with genetic and agronomic approaches to the biofortification of crops and the development of functional foods – what new developments can be expected?
• Discussed the evidence for the benefits to health and well-being from micronutrients and functional ingredients in food, the regulation of claims, and examine the opportunities and issues for further research investment, and for the downstream food industry.
• Offered a networking opportunity for all those involved in biofortified and functional foods from lab through field to store.

Mr. Nigel Baldwin, Cantox Health Sciences, presented ‘EU Health Claims Legislation – Is It Working?’

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Mr. Nigel Baldwin, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information visit: http://www.soci.org/Members/OLS/Display-event?EventCode=PEST321

CPCA - Canadian Paints and Coatings Association
May 19, 2011
Ottawa, Ontario

The Canadian Paint and Coatings Association (CPCA) represents Canada’s major paint and coating manufacturers, and their industry suppliers.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Ms. Joyce Borkhoff, Associate Director, Chemicals Groups, contact chemicals@cantox.com.

For more information visit: http://www.cdnpaint.org/

CANECT
May 16, 2011
Mississauga, Ontario

CANECT is Canada's leading environmental management and compliance training forum, which attracted over 400 conference registrants and speakers. attendees.

CANECT registrants comprise environmental managers, plant personnel, government policy-makers, lawyers and consultants with responsibilities for environmental affairs.

Over 70 top-notch presenters representing Canada's leading-edge environmental trainers, lawyers, consultants, managers, administrators, and health & safety practitioners were scheduled to participate in the nine courses scheduled for our 2011 event.

Ms. Joyce Borkhoff, Associate Director, Chemicals Group presented ‘Managing The Challenge - Planning your Actions and Protecting Your At-Risk Products under CEPA's Chemicals Management Plan. Where Are We and What’s Next?’

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Ms. Joyce Borkhoff, please contact chemicals@cantox.com.

Vitafoods
May 10 – 12, 2011
Geneva, Switzerland

Vitafoods Europe is the most important event in the world to concentrate exclusively on the expanding market for nutraceuticals, nutricosmetics, functional foods and drinks ingredients & raw materials. With a reputation for showcasing many new products and giving visitors the opportunity to discover the latest developments in the industry, all at one time, in one place. Over 500 companies exhibited some of the most exciting innovations in your industry giving over 8,500 attendees from 90 countries the chance to keep at the forefront of their industry.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Dr. Ashley Roberts, Vice President, Food & Nutrition Group or Mr. Nigel Baldwin, Director, Scientific & Regulatory Consulting, Europe, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information visit: http://www.vitafoods.eu.com/

SupplySide East
May 2 - 4, 2011
Secaucus, New Jersey

For cosmeceutical, food, beverage and supplement product developers, marketers and formulators.  SupplySide East offered the opportunity to meet hundreds of exhibitors offering thousands of innovative and healthy ingredients! This three-day program featured leading scientists, formulation and application experts, global market researchers and trendspotters, and regulatory insiders from the dietary supplement, food and beverage, and cosmeceutical industries.

Dr. Andrea Wong, Cantox Health Sciences, presented ‘Ingredient Regulations in Japan, China, and South Korea: Opportunities and Challenges’ on May 4, 2011 at 8:30 a.m.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Dr. Andrea Wong, Senior Scientific & Regulatory Consultant, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information visit: http://www.supplysideshow.com/2011/east/
 

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April

Legislation & Regulation for NPD & Reformulation
April 14, 2011
Brussels, Belgium

Legislation & Regulation for NPD & Reformulation was the first in a brand-new series of masterclasses, designed to provide essential guidance and knowledge. The latest information on EFSA, EU changes, and regulations were discussed to meet the changing consumer trends.

Mr. Nigel Baldwin, Cantox Health Sciences, presented ‘Natural Regulations in Practice: Working with the Latest Guidelines for Natural Colours, Flavours and Preservatives.'

For more information on this presentation, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information visit: http://www.fi-legislation.com

 

ILSI  - Low Calorie Sweetners Conference
April 7 - 8, 2011
Washington, DC

The International Life Sciences Institute (ILSI) is a nonprofit, worldwide organization whose mission is to improve public health and well-being. It achieves this mission by engaging academic, government, and industry experts in a neutral forum to advance scientific understanding related to nutrition, food safety, risk assessment, and the environment.

Dr. Ashley Roberts, Cantox Health Sciences, presented 'The Use of Animal Toxicological Studies of High Intensity Sweeteners in Predicting Effects on Human Weight Management'.

For more information on this presentation, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information visit:   http://www.ilsi.org/NorthAmerica/Pages/HomePage.aspx

 

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March   

Wellness 11
March 23 - 24, 2011
Rosemont, Illinois

IFT’s annual Wellness Conference offered attendees a unique blend of unbiased perspectives, news about emerging trends, and information on how other organizations within the food industry are penetrating the health and wellness sector.

Dr. Kathy Musa-Veloso, Cantox Health Sciences, presented 'Functional Foods: US and EU Regulatory and Enforcement Update' on March 23, 2011.

For more information on this presentation, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information on future events visit:  http://www.ift.org/
 

GlobalChem
March 21 - 23, 2011
Baltimore, Maryland

For over 20 years, this annual conference has provided a unique educational opportunity for chemical industry professionals. Participation in this Conference provided information and interaction with experts on the U.S. Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), emerging issues and trends in the product stewardship arena and equivalent international regulations.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Karen Levins or Joyce Borkhoff, please contact chemicals@cantox.com.

 

SupplyExpo
March 11 – 13, 2011
Anaheim, California

SupplyExpo connects every link of the value chain in the global health and nutrition industry from the latest innovations in branded ingredients, raw materials, technologies and manufacturing services to cutting-edge finished goods at Natural Products Expo West:

• SupplyExpo is one of the fastest-growing health and nutrition shows in the world today.
• Attendees included 7,800+ brand managers, formulators, product developers, and senior executives who drive finished goods innovation.
• Nearly 5,900 attendees directly involved in ingredient purchasing and/or product development.
• More than 53,000 key influencers from the health and nutrition market – from natural and conventional retailers to leading brand marketers.
• 72% of attendees have purchasing power.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Cantox Health Sciences while at SupplyExpo, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information visit: http://www.supplyexpo.com/

 

Industrial Symposium and 5th Trade Fair on Microencapsulation
March 7 – 9, 2011
San Antonio, Texas

This symposium gathered leaders interested in microencapsulation and nanoencapsulation for a variety of industries, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, nutraceuticals, food, cosmetics, personal care, fine chemicals, agriculture & other industrial application. 

Dr. Bernadene Magnuson, Cantox Health Sciences, presented ‘Regulatory aspects and GMP in microencapsulation’ on March 7, 2011. 

For more information on this presentation, please contact food@cantox.com.

 

SOT
March 6 - 10, 2011
Washington, District of Columbia

The Society of Toxicology (SOT) 50th Annual Meeting was the largest toxicology meeting and exhibition in the world, with more than 7,000 scientists from academia, government, and industry from various countries around the globe. From the Plenary Opening Lecture and featured lectures to the wide range of scientific sessions and Continuing Education courses. The Annual Meeting offered an unparalleled depth of analysis and relevant toxicological issues. From basic to advanced topical issues, the thematic approach provided each attendee an opportunity to learn about emerging fields.

Cantox Health Sciences, presented the following posters at SOT:

Evaluation of Extractables/Leachables From Implanted Medical Devices

Approach for Determining If Data On Heterologous Strains Of Similar Species Would Support The Safety Of A  
Particular

For more information on our posters, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information on future events visit:  http://www.toxicology.org/  

 

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February

Turkish Chemicals Inventory and Control Legislation
February 23, 2011
Webinar

A Complimentary Intertek Webinar

The Turkish Chemicals Inventory and Control Legislation, also known as the Turkish Chemical Regulation, imposes obligations on importers and manufacturers to notify the Turkish Ministry of Environment and Forestry of existing and new chemical substances, either on their own or in preparations. The chemical data requirements depend on the tonnage per annum manufactured or imported into Turkey.

After March 31, 2011 a submission must be made each year to Turkish authorities for all substances manufactured in or imported into Turkey in quantities greater than 1 tonne per annum.

For information about Intertek's Turkish Chemical Regulation Services, please visit www.intertek.com/green/turkish-chemical-regulation or send an email inquiry to green.compliance@intertek.com. 

 

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January

AFIA - International Poultry Expo/International Feed Expo
January 26 – 28, 2011
Atlanta, Georgia

The American Feed Industry Association is the world's largest organization devoted exclusively to representing the business, legislative and regulatory interests of the animal feed industry and its suppliers. Members include more than 500 domestic and international companies and state, regional and national associations. Member-companies are livestock feed and pet food manufacturers, integrators, pharmaceutical companies, ingredient suppliers, equipment manufacturers and companies which supply other products, services and supplies to feed manufacturers. The show offered one location for feed industry to meet, network, learn and see the latest in new technology.

Dr. Bernadene Magnuson, Cantox Health Sciences, presented ‘Is Your Ingredient GRAS for Animal Feeds?’ on January 27, 2011.

For more information on this presentation, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information on future events visit: http://www.ife.org/
 

Pet Food Conference
January 24 – 28, 2011
Atlanta, Georgia

The Pet Food Conference was held prior to the opening of the International Feed Expo and International Poultry Expo, which drew approximately 20,000 attendees.

AFIA's Pet Food Conference covered a variety of topics from regulatory to technical aspects of production to product claims, marketing and nutrition. Our annual educational series attracted more than 200 attendees. AFIA represents more than 28 pet food manufacturers and all major ingredient suppliers offering an excellent opportunity to network with a diverse audience.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Dr. Elizabeth Lewis or Dr. Bernadene Magnuson, contact food@cantox.com.

For more information on future events visit: http://www.petfoodconference.org/
 

AAFCO - Association of American Feed Control Officials
January 18 – 20, 2011
St. Pete Beach, Florida

The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) is a voluntary membership association of local, state and federal agencies charged by law to regulate the sale and distribution of animal feeds and animal drug remedies. The Association provided a forum for membership and industry representation to achieve three main goals:

1. Ensure consumer protection
2. Safeguarding the health of animals and humans
3. Providing a level playing field of orderly commerce for the animal feed industry.

These goals develop and implement uniform and equitable laws, regulations, standards, definitions and enforcement policies for regulating the manufacture, distribution and sale of animal feeds - resulting in safe, effective and useful feeds by promoting uniformity amongst member agencies.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Dr. Elizabeth Lewis, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information on future events visit: http://www.aafco.org/ 

 

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November 2010

Health Ingredients Europe & Natural Ingredients
November 16-18, 2010
Madrid, Spain

Hi Europe & Ni is the only global nutraceutical and functional food & beverage event dedicated to showcasing the world’s most innovative ingredients. This unique positioning attracted a high quality worldwide audience with significant purchasing power for: nutraceuticals, cosmoceuticals, supplements, and complex functional foodstuffs.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Dr. Ashley Roberts or Mr. Nigel Baldwin, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information on future events visit: http://hieurope.ingredientsnetwork.com/

 

How to Utilize the “New” GRAS Process for Animal Food Ingredients Workshop
November 9, 2010
Chicago, IL

This Cantox workshop included the following highlights:

• A comparison and contrast of current approval processes including, food additive petition, AAFCO ingredient definition, and GRAS notification
• AAFCO update
• Detailed discussions of GRAS
• What does it mean?
• How does the process work?
• What data do you need for your ingredient?
 
For more information about this workshop contact food@cantox.com.

 

ChemCon The Americas
November 9-11, 2010
Philadelphia, PA

ChemCon The Americas 2010 is a global platform, which brought together more than 200 company experts representing companies, authorities and international organizations from over 25 countries. Presentations were given by more than 35 speakers from governments and industry, which focused on the field of international chemical legislation all over the world, like REACH, GHS and country specific information on inventories, labelling requirements, etc.  

Karen Levins, Cantox Health Sciences International, presented on ‘Canada - Overview on chemical control legislation (labelling, MSDS, existing and new substances, etc) and aspects of GHS.’ 

For more information on this presentation, please contact chemicals@cantox.com.

For more information on future events visit: http://www.chemcon.net/ 

 

DIA 8th Annual Canadian Meeting
November 4-5, 2010
Ottawa, ON

World market dynamics have led to increased opportunities for both industry and regulators to share information while at the same time, introducing new challenges regarding privacy and/or confidentiality and clinical trial competitiveness. The program for this event highlighted information on improving efficiency in the running of clinical trials; discussion of streamlining federal and provincial regulatory and formulary approvals; and advice on strategies to overcome obstacles.

Ms. Ratinder Brar represented the Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Group at this year's Meeting.

For more information on our Pharmaceutical & Healthcare services contact info@cantox.com

 

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October 2010   

5th International Fresenius Conference: Functional Food
October 28-29, 2010
Frankfurt, Germany

Highlights of this event included the following:

• Market development
• Influences on the health food market
• Nutrition related diseases
• Functional beverages
• Novel dietary fiber
• Whole grain bioactives
• Communication to the consumer
• Cognitive performance of consumers: A challenge for R&D
• Challenges of acceptance
• Food profiling
• Marketing communication
• How the functional food industry is viewed
• ...by the Parliament
• ...by the trade press
• Ingredients: Potential and difficulties
• Vitamins, minerals, antioxidants
• Omega-3 fatty acids
• Probiotics and prebiotics
• Scientific substantiation and claim regulation
• Future of functional food directed by health claim regulation?
• Limitation to innovation in SME’s: How much science is enough?
• Personalised nutrition
• Hypercholesterolemia
• Diabetes

Nigel Baldwin, Cantox Health Sciences International, presented on ‘Omega-3 fatty acid health claims –Where Article 13 meets Article 14.’

For more information on this presentation, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information on future events visit: http://www.akademie-fresenius.com/english/index.php

 

Supplyside West 2010
October 20-22, 2010
Las Vegas, Nevada

SupplySide West is the world's largest event for healthy and innovative ingredients. The show featured hundreds of exhibitors showcasing thousands of ingredients, an unmatched education program and extensive networking opportunities. SupplySide West is a must-attend event for developers and marketers of foods, beverages, dietary supplements and cosmeceuticals.

Dr. David Bechtel, Cantox Health Sciences International, presented on the ‘Compliance Requirements for the Pending Recast of European Union Regulation Governing Cosmetic Products.’

For more information on this presentation, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information on future events visit http://www.supplysideshow.com/west/

 

Food Ingredients and Supplements: Gaining Access to the U.S., E.U., and Korean Markets
October 20, 2010
Seoul, South Korea

This workshop examined expanding marketing and sales potential beyond Korean borders.
This workshop focused on increasing expertise in terms of "what" the science is, "How" the science is met, and "How" this is regulated in North America, the EU and Korea.

To learn more about the new developments and regulatory requirements visit food@cantox.com.

 

The New Substances Notification (NSN) System
Regulated Under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA)
October 19, 2010
Houston, TX

This event provided an in-depth knowledge of the current reporting requirements prescribed under the New Substances Notification Regulations (NSNR) of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA), as well as authoritative insights into current government practices and policies surrounding the NSN process.

For more information on this workshop, please contact chemicals@cantox.com.

 

Notification Requirements under Ontario S. 34
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Houston, TX

Cantox offered a free luncheon presentation entitled, ‘Notification Requirements under Ontario S. 34.section.’

For more information on this presentation, please contact chemicals@cantox.com.

 

Health Ingredients Japan
October 13-15, 2010
Tokyo, Japan

Japan is a global business platform that offers you the opportunity to drive forward your product development initiatives. This show is ‘must attend’ event for every manufacturer, company or brand involved in the health ingredients industry. Hi Japan has been the leading industry trade show delivering a worldwide audience of health ingredients professionals. Co-located alongside Hi Japan is the S-tec Japan exhibition. S-tec Japan is the ONLY exhibition for food safety and quality control in Japan. These parallel events provide a one-step source of information on food safety and health functions, and attract all the professionals from the food industry to one location.

For more information on future events visit: http://www.hijapan.info/eng/ 

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September 2010

Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials: Health and Environmental Challenges and Opportunities
September 9, 2010
Webinar

Nanotechnology and the development of novel engineered nanomaterials is rapidly advancing and demonstrating great potential for applications in a wide variety of industries. In order to realize the full benefits, it is vital to understand the unique properties of these materials, and to address the potential health and environmental concerns.

Some market questions include the risks posed by workers handling the materials, customers considering using these materials in their products, and consumers buying products containing these materials.

Topics Addressed

• Fundamental concepts of science, engineering and technology at the nanoscale level
• How to define and describe nanoscale science and nanotechnology
• Current uses of nanomaterials in consumer products
• Factors and properties of nanomaterials that play a role in potential health effects and environmental impact
• Critical factors to consider in assessing safety of nanomaterials
• Solutions to address challenges and be positioned to capitalize on opportunities

July 2010

Toxicology Forum
July 11-15, 2010
Aspen, Colorado

The vision of The Toxicology Forum is to be recognized as the leading international toxicology organization that promotes and encourages open dialogue among government agencies, industry, academia, policymakers and public interest groups concerned with public health issues; such interactions will facilitate sound policy decisions that protect and promote public health.

Dr. Bernadene Magnuson’s presentation was entitled "Nanoscale materials: exposures and minimum study criteria for protocols and publications".

For more information on this presentation, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information on future events visit: http://www.toxforum.org

 

Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Market Trends, Regulations, Stability and Specific Applications
July 16-17, 2010
Chicago, Illinois

The Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Market Trends, Nutrition & Health, Utilization in Food Systems Workshop took place at the Embassy Suites.

Dr. Kathy Musa-Veloso presentation was entitled "Omega-3 Oils: Health Claims Global Perspectives".

For more information on this presentation, please contact food@cantox.com.

 

IFT International Food Nanoscience Conference
July 17, 2010
Chicago, Illinois

Participants examined current regulatory guidelines in the US and Europe, with discussions on legal implications for the food industry. Investments (public and private) in nanotechnology research and development initiatives worldwide were explored, and industry needs for successful application of nanotechnology in food were examined.

Dr. Bernadene Magnuson was a keynote speaker at this event. Her presentation was entitled "State of the science on safety/toxicological assessment of nanomaterials for food applications".

For more information on this presentation, please contact food@cantox.com.

 

IFT 2010
July 18-20, 2010
Chicago, Illinois

Cantox's 25th Anniversary celebration was a great success! Thank you to all of the IFT attendees who joined us for cake.

The IFT Food Expo is the single most important event for professionals involved in food science and technology. That’s why two out of every three Food Expo attendees are repeat attendees. They know first-hand that it’s the best place to see the newest products, trends, tools, and techniques, and meet face-to-face with the companies who provide them. As the only true one-stop-shop for trends and information in the food world-the IFT Food Expo is the single most important event for new technologies and one-to-one, in-person dialog.

Cantox participated in the following symposiums and poster sessions at IFT:

Global Regulatory Approval for Food Ingredients: Canada, United States and South America (Symposium # 124)
Cantox Participants: Dr. Larry McGirr and Dr. Andrea Wong

Predicting the Potential for Undesirable Ingredient Interactions of Traditional Food Ingredients, Food Additives, and Herbal Mixtures (Poster Presentation # 142-11)
Cantox Authors: Heather R. Leslie, Dr. Andrea Wong, Lois Haighton and Michelle Ryu

Health Claims for Food and Supplements: Meeting the Evidence-Based Requirements (Symposium # 175)
Cantox Participant: Dr. Kathy Musa-Veloso

IFT International Food Nanoscience Conference
Cantox Participant: Dr. Bernadene Magnuson

Nanoscale Science for Food: A Primer (Symposium #6)
Cantox Participant: Dr. Bernadene Magnuson

Safety, Environmental and Regulatory Aspects of Potential Use of Nanosilver in Food and Food-Related Products (Symposium #209)
Cantox Participant: Dr. Bernadene Magnuson

A Method to Assess the Quality of Studies that Examine the Toxicity of Engineered Nanomaterials (Poster # 142-30) Cantox Authors: Dr. Bernadene Magnuson, Dr. Jeffrey W. Card, Tomas S. Jonaitis, Dr. Shahrzad Tafazoli

For more information on any of our presentations or posters, please contact food@cantox.com. For more information on future events visit: http://www.ift.org

 

Summer Tox Forum
July 11-15, 2010, Aspen, Colorado

At this year's 36th Annual Summer Meeting of the Toxicology Forum Dr. Bernadene Magnuson’s presentated on ‘Nanoscale Materials: Exposures and Minimum Study Criteria for Protocols and Publications.

For more information on this presentation, please contact us at: info@ashuren.com 
 

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June 2010

NutriCosmetic Summit / Natural Market Place
June 10, 2010, Las Vegas, Nevada

The NutriCosmetic Summit provided a unique opportunity for education, interaction and inspiration within the growing global health and nutrition beauty community.

If you missed the chance to meeting the Cantox Representative during this event, please feel free to contact us at: info@ashuren.com.

 

EFSA – Technical Meeting on Health Claims
June 1, 2010
Parma, Italy

The objective of this meeting was to provide an update on EFSA’s health claims evaluations and to have an exchange of views between experts from food industry/applicants, Member States, European Commission, NDA Panel members and EFSA staff. Topics discussed included: General conditions for substantiation of claims; Scientific criteria for substantiation of claims; Pertinent studies for substantiation; Totality of the available scientific evidence; Characterization of food/constituent; Beneficial physiological effects; Risk factors for disease; Risk reduction claims; Target population; Procedural aspects.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Mr. Nigel Baldwin, you may contact him at food@cantox.com.

For more information on future visit: http://www.efsa.europa.eu.

 

NutriCosmetic Summit / Natural Market Place
June 10, 2010
Las Vegas, Nevada

The NutriCosmetic Summit provided a unique opportunity for education, interaction and inspiration within the growing global health and nutrition beauty community. It focused on science, formulation, regulatory issues, business, and marketing trends to gain insight on the developing market for consumed (“beauty from within”) products that use natural, healthy, nutritional and functional ingredients.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Dr. Andrea Wong, you may contact her at food@cantox.com.

For information on future events visit: http://www.nutricosmeticsummit.com.

 

Food Industry Institute
June 14-17, 2010
St. Louis, Missouri

FII provided a great educational forum to learn about food and ingredients from those who know it best – industry experts! In addition to the great educational program, it was a perfect opportunity to mingle with colleagues in the feed, pet food and ingredient industry.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Ms. Laura Western, you may contact her at food@cantox.com. For information on future events visit: www.afia.org/AFIA/

  

Summer Conference Health Claims for Fruit and Vegetable: the Facts
June 23, 2010
Selby, England

This focused event, specifically aimed at large producers and processors of fresh produce, outlined the most up to date status of the health claim legislation from EFSA (European Food Safety Authority), and how the new focus is on Article 13.5 dossiers.

If you missed Mr. Nigel Baldwin's presentation on ‘What are the health benefits (for a product) of having a Health Claim?’, you may contact him at food@cantox.com.

For more information on future events visit: www.stockbridgeonline.co.uk

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May 2010

BIO
May 3-6, 2010
Chicago, Illinois

The BIO International Convention is the largest global event for the biotechnology industry and attracted the biggest names in biotech, offered key networking and partnering opportunities, and provided insights and inspiration on the major trends affecting the industry.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Mr. Lindsay Donald at this event, you may contact him at info@ashuren.com.

For information on future events visit: www.convention.bio.org

 

CEPA Update Conference Conference:
May 12-13, 2010
Pre-Conference: May 11, 2010
Etobicoke, ON

In May 2010, the ICG presented its popular "CEPA Update Conference" on current developments in the regulation of new and existing substances under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA). Industry experts, along with representatives from Environment Canada and Health Canada, delivered presentations and were available to discuss areas of interest. Karen Levins of Cantox chaired the Q&A Sessions.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Karen, Vice President, Chemicals Group, she can be contacted at: chemicals@cantox.com.

 

Vitafoods 2010
May 18-20, 2010
Geneva, Switzerland 
 

The Vitafoods Conference has built an international reputation within the nutraceuticals industry as a high-quality conference delivering a program that covered the hottest topics and themes in food ingredients. This conference attracted some of the leading industry figures to share their latest findings and discoveries. Vitafoods is the only event in the world to concentrate exclusively on the expanding market for Nutraceuticals, Cosmeceuticals, Functional Foods, and Functional Drinks.

If you missed the opportunity to visit our booth, representatives of Cantox can be reached at food@cantox.com.

For information on future events visit: www.vitafoods.eu.com.

 

ifia JAPAN International Food Ingredients & Additives Exhibition and Conference
May 19-21, 2010
Tokyo, Japan

Ifia is Asia's largest event dedicated solely to the food additives and ingredients industries.

If you missed the opportunity to visit our booth, representatives of Cantox can be reached at food@cantox.com. 

For information on future events visit: www.ifiajapan.com

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April 2010

BioFinance
April 6-8, 2010
Toronto, Ontario

BioFinance is the leading investor conference in Canada for the life sciences industry. The three-day event brought together key industry players interested in investment opportunities and issues affecting companies in the life sciences sector. Presenting companies discussed the industries: biologics, medical devices, drug delivery, vaccines, diagnostics, bio-energy, green technologies, bio materials, industrial biotech, and research services.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Anna Metcalfe, Vice President, Regulatory Affairs, she can be contacted at: info@ashuren.com 

For more information visit: www.biofinance.ca

 

PetFood Forum
April 12-14, 2010,
Chicago, Illinois

Petfood Forum is the place to be where the industry came together to network, do business, learn from one another, and enjoy the company of fellow petfood professionals. Dr. Berna Magnuson and Laura Western presented a poster on ‘The safety of glucosamine for osteoarthritis’ on April 13 at 6:15 pm.

For more information on this poster contact: food@cantox.com. 

For more information on future events visit: www.petfoodindustry.com

 

In-Cosmetics
April 13-15, 2010
Paris, France

In-cosmetics brought together the world’s leading cosmetics suppliers, R&D production and marketing specialists, and showcased the most diverse range of innovative cosmetics ingredients and services. It offered a crucial insight into future scientific advances, emerging trends and regulations in an unrivalled educational program, it was the most comprehensive source of industry expertise, and the most effective formula for developing business opportunities.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Mr. Nigel Baldwin, he can be contacted at: food@cantox.com.

For more information on future events visit: www.in-cosmetics.com

 

Canada Grain Council Annual Meeting
April 19-20, 2010
Winnipeg, Manitoba

The 41st Annual Meeting provided a great opportunity to get together and discuss current issues affecting the industry. Lois Haighton presented on April 19, 2010.

For more information on this presentation contact: food@cantox.com.

 

VIV Europe
April 20-22, 2010
Utrecht, The Netherlands

VIV Europe is the leading event of its kind in the world. VIV Europe was the only international platform that unites all links in the supply chain. It is the place that showcases the latest solutions, trends and technologies in meat production and processing.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Dr. Elizabeth Lewis, she can be contacted at food@cantox.com.

 

SupplySide East
April 26-28, 2010
Secaucus, New Jersey

SupplySide offered hundreds of exhibitors showcasing thousands of innovative ingredients. SupplySide East was a must-attend event for developers and marketers of foods, beverages, dietary supplements and cosmeceuticals.

Mr. Georges Bergen's presentation was titled, ‘Compliance Requirements for the Pending Recast of European Union Regulation Governing Cosmetic Products on April 27, 2010 at 11:00 am.

For more information on this presentation contact: food@cantox.com. 

For more information on future events visit: http://www.supplysideshow.com.

 

Feed Additive Europe
April 28, 2010
Brussels, Belgium

Health Claims Europe presented a new and exciting program Feed & Feed Additive Regulations in Europe. The one-day interactive workshop was directed at Feed Additives and Feed business in and outside Europe.

Dr. Elizabeth Lewis presented on ‘Making the Transition from Food to Feed Additive – Scientific and Regulatory Essentials for Study Protocols & Reports’ at 3:30 pm. For more information on this presentation contact: food@cantox.com. 

For more information visit: http://www.feedadditiveseurope.com.

 

Nutra Formulate 2010
April 28-29, 2010
Coventry, England

Nutra Formulate is a new event, exclusively for the UK market. Nutra Formulate featured raw materials, ingredients and formulation services designed to meet the needs of food development technologists working in the health foods, functional foods and supplements market.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Mr. Nigel Baldwin, he can be contacted at food@cantox.com.

 

5th International Workshop on Nutrition & Health Claims Europe: Designing Clinical Studies for Success
April 29, 2010
Brussels, Belgium

Mr. Nigel Baldwin’s presentation was titled, “How to Fit your Clinical and Safety Programs into a Cohesive Regulatory Strategy for New Product Introductions” (April 29th at 4:00 pm).

For more information on this presentation contact: food@cantox.com.  

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March 2010

ChemCon Europe 2010
Conference: March 2-5, 2010
Pre-Conference: March 1, 2010
Prague, Czech Republic
 

Karen Levins presented at ChemCon Europe in Prague from March 1-5, 2010. ChemCon Europe provided an up-to-date information on key issues of chemical control legislation around the world. On March 5, Ms. Levins provided an update on Canada's Chemicals Management Plan and NSN Activities and discussed implications of these programs on global trade.

For more information about upcoming conferences, please visit the ChemCon website at: http://www.chemcon.net/upcoming_conferences.html.

If you missed the opportunity to schedule a meeting with Karen while she was in Europe, please contact her assistant via chemicals@cantox.com.

 

US/EU Consumer and Regulatory Acceptance of Functional Foods: Implications for Innovation
March 12, 2010
Cork, Ireland

Though separate, this Enterprise Ireland sponsored event directly followed and built on the US/Ireland Functional Food Conference 2010 being organized by Teagasc, the USDA and University College Cork and was predominantly aimed at US and European food & beverage companies, researchers and regulators involved (or considering being involved) in bringing so-called 'functional foods' to market.

Cantox's Nigel Baldwin presented in the "Plenary Session 1: US and European Regulation of Functional Foods." His presention was entitled, "Functional Food Innovation in today’s regulatory climate: a map to follow or a rainbow to chase?"

 

Supply Expo West
March 12-14, 2010
Anaheim, California

SupplyExpo connected to the industry's top movers and shakers. The trade show featured new ingredients, technologies, applications and services for healthy/functional food and beverage, dietary supplement/bioactive and nutricosmetic markets. SupplyExpo created an in-person opportunitie for companies to get ahead in the highly competitive and emerging markets around the world. Cantox exhibited at booth 814.

For more information on future events visit: http://www.supplyexpo.com.

 

SOT- 49th Annual Meeting & Expo
March 8-10, 2010
Salt Lake City, Utah

The Society of Toxicology (SOT) Annual Meeting is the largest toxicology meeting and exhibition in the world, and attracted approximately 6,500 scientists from industry, academia, and government. The program included several plenary and other special lectures, symposia, workshops, roundtable discussions, and platform and poster presentations. The meeting offered Continuing Education courses ranging from basic to advanced levels. In addition, the Society presented annual awards to recognize outstanding achievements in toxicology. ToxExpo™ is the profession's largest trade show of its kind anywhere. Attendees and exhibitors from around the globe gathered to exchange ideas and debut cutting-edge products, services, and technologies. Toxicologists and industry professionals had the unparalleled opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge on the latest advances from more than 350 exhibitors during this unique three-day exhibition.

For more information of future exhibitions visit: http://www.toxicology.org.

 

Wellness
March 24-25, 2010
Chicago, Illinois

As a food professional who develops healthful foods and beverages, it's important that you keep up with the issues and new technologies that are shaping the landscape of the wellness marketplace. If your role involves R&D; sales, brand, or marketing management; new business development; purchasing; packaging; or regulatory compliance, then the Wellness 10 conference is for you!

Dr. Kathy Musa-Veloso presented on the ‘Considerations in the Design of Weight Loss Clinical Studies’ on March 24 at 3:15 pm.

For more information on this presentation contact: food@cantox.com.

For more information on future conferences visit: http://www.ift.org 2010

 

GlobalChem Conference
March 30-31, 2010
Pre-Conference: March 29, 2010
Baltimore, MD

Karen Levins and Tracy McGinnis, Cantox, attended the Global Chemical Regulations Conference (GCRC) in Baltimore from March 30-31, 2010. GCRC provided attendees with key information relating to: regulatory developments under TSCA and analogous international legislation; trends in the management of existing substances worldwide; emerging science issues; and hazard communication, including GHS (the Globally Harmonised System for Classification and Labelling) implementation efforts.

For more information about future conferences, please visit the GlobalChem website at: http://globalchem.org/

If you missed the opportunity to schedule a meeting with Karen or Tracy while they were in Baltimore, please contact the Chemicals Group's Administrative Assistant via chemicals@cantox.com.

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February 2010

Progress of Health Claims in Europe: A New Perspective
February 23, 2010
Brussels, Belgium

In light of EFSA’s recent scientific evaluations, Cantox provided the most up-to-date status on Article 13 and 14 health claims in the EU. Officials from EFSA, Health Canada, and the United States Food and Drug Administration compared and contrasted the standards of evidence required for health claim substantiation at their workshop on the Progress of Health Claims in Europe.

If you missed this opportunity to hear directly from the experts about the most common fatal flaws made in health claim submissions and how to ensure your biomarkers of disease risk and other health outcomes are valid.

Please sign up for our Food Newsletter to receive future notifications of upcoming workshops (www.cantox.com/newsletters.htm)

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January 2010

AFIA-IPE/IFE Conference
January 27-29, 2010
Atlanta, Georgia

AFIA is the world's largest organization devoted exclusively to representing the business, legislative and regulatory interests of the animal feed industry and its suppliers. Member-companies are livestock feed and pet food manufacturers, integrators, pharmaceutical companies, ingredient suppliers, equipment manufacturers and companies which supply other products, services and supplies to feed manufacturers.

Dr. Berna Magnuson, Cantox, presented 'Can Nanotechnology Improve Feed Ingredients and Safety?'

For more information on this presentation contact: food@cantox.com. 

For more information on future events visit: http://www.ife.org  

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December 2009

Developing your strategy to survive the EU shakeup
December 10, 2009
Brussels, Belgium

This conference addressed the current challenges faced by the industry, and offered expert opinions and advice on how to meet the strict regulations and give your product claims the best chance of success in the coming year.

Nigel Baldwin, Cantox, presented a case study titled ‘Learning from the mistakes of a rejected health claims dossier’.

For more information visit: http://www.ni-healthclaims.com/page/home.html.  

For more information on this presentation contact: food@cantox.com.  

 

Introduction to Environmental and Health Aspects of Nanotechnology Workshop
December 6, 2009
Baltimore, MD

This educational workshop was presented by the Society for Risk Analysis. It was a half day course intended for individuals interested in an introduction to potential environmental risk concerns raised by introducing nanotechnology into society and the economy.

Dr. Bernadene Magnuson, Cantox, was the co-instructor for the Introduction to Environmental and Health Aspects of Nanotechnology Workshop. Dr. Magnuson presented an overview of the health and safety aspects of nanotechnology.

For more information on this presentation contact: food@cantox.com. 

 

2nd Nutrients & Food Supplements in Europe Regulatory Issues
December 3, 2009
Brussels, Belgium

The International Workshop "Nutrients & Food Supplements in Europe - Regulatory Issues" was held in Brussels, Belgium on December 3, 2009. It was a one-day program directed at producers, distributors and users of nutrients, food supplements and traditional herbal medicines. The program was further extended by treating Case Studies highlighting specific aspects and potential bottlenecks in the current legislation. This workshop was tailor-made for Legal Counsels, Marketing and Sales, Production and R&D staff of European Nutrients, Food Supplements and Herbal Medicine Industry and companies interested in importing such products into the European Union.

The workshop offered an excellent opportunity to meet the experts and network with colleagues. Nigel Baldwin, Cantox, presented on ‘Health Claims harmonisation in the Food Supplements Market’.

For more information on this presentation contact: food@cantox.com.

For more information on future workshops visit: http://www.supplementclaims.eu/

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November 2009

HFMA Autumn 2009 Workshop: The Challenge of Innovating in the Current Regulatory & Economic Environment November 24, 2009
London, England

This year's meeting topics included regulations concerning Novel Foods, Foods for Particular Nutritional Uses (PARNUTS), and Herbals. The discussion included regulations that will restrict what nutrients you can include, the level of those nutrients permitted and what claims you can make for your products.

Nigel Baldwin, Cantox, presented on 'Meeting the Challenges head on - The DHA Story'.

For more information on this presentation contact: food@cantox.com.

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October 2009

50th Annual Meeting of the American College of Nutrition
October 1-4, 2009
Lake Buena Vista, Florida

The annual scientific meeting is the major educational activity of the American College of Nutrition. It is supplemented with appropriate jointly-sponsored meetings with non-accredited organizations interested in the application of nutrition to the practice of medicine and its subspecialties. These educational activities included invited didactic lectures, oral and poster presentations drawn from submitted abstracts, meet the expert sessions, and special panels devoted to ongoing controversies in nutrition practice. Dr. Earle Nestmann, Cantox, presented on ‘Natural Health Product Regulations in Canada’.

For more information on his presentation, please contact food@cantox.com. 

 

4th Interactive Workshop Nutrition & Health Claims Europe: Challenges Ahead
October 6, 2009
Brussels, Belgium

This one-day interactive workshop was directed at Legal Councils, Marketing and Sales, Production and R&S staff of European Food Industry and companies interested in importing food products in to the European Union. Nigel Baldwin, Cantox, presentated on ‘Generally Accepted Scientific Evidence – Efficacy vs. Safety’.

If you would like to know more please contact: food@cantox.com.

 

Food Ingredients and Supplements: Gaining Access to the U.S., E.U., and China Markets
October 13, 2009
Tokyo, Japan

Scientific requirements and regulatory processes are changing around the world. Cantox Food & Nutrition Group professionals have detailed knowledge of global legislation and regulations governing food, supplement, and other food-related products. We conduct on-going surveillance of regulatory policies and practices as they change or develop, which allows us to achieve an unparalleled understanding of the intricacies and processes of regulatory agencies and requirements and provide appropriate information to our clients. Whether you are working to market your product in North America, EU or China this workshop guided you through the opportunities and changes, as well as increased your expertise in terms of "what" the science is, "How" the science is met, and "How" this is regulated.

If you missed this exciting training opportunity, but have questions, please contact: food@cantox.com.

 

Health Ingredients Japan
October 14-16, 2009
Tokyo, Japan

Health Ingredients Japan is now the leading food ingredients exhibition in Asia. Co-located alongside Hi Japan is the S-tec Japan exhibition. S-tec Japan is the only exhibition for food safety and quality control in Japan. These parallel events provide a one-step source of information on food safety and health functions, and attract all the professionals from the food industry to one location.

For more information on future events visit: http://www.hijapan.info/

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September 2009

USP Annual Scientific Meeting 2009 North America
September 22-25, 2009
Toronto, ON

USP's Annual Scientific Meeting was open to the public and serves as an interactive forum where USP and its stakeholders discussed new direction and standards that affect the pharmaceutical, and food ingredients industries. The meeting provided attendees an opportunity to better understand the scope of USP's scientific work, and provide input on key standards-setting issues.

Dr. Berna Magnuson, Cantox, presented, "Quality of Food Ingredients - Functionality" at this years' meeting.

For more information on this presentation contact: food@cantox.com.  

For more information on upcoming meetings visit: http://www.usp.org  

 

Chemical Notification/Food Contact World Summit
September 14 -15, 2009
Arlington, VA

Many companies are seeking to expand product lines and bring those products to more markets worldwide. Whether these companies handle the notification work themselves or work with outside contractors, understanding the basics of the legislation in each jurisdiction of interest will be key to ensuring their products are legally imported and manufactured around the world. To this end, regulatory-affairs professionals will need to be up-to-date on chemical control legislation in many jurisdictions. Companies seeking to achieve compliance will find the Chemical Notification/Food Contact World Summit very useful as it will provide practical, real-world guidance regarding new chemical notifications, food contact legislation, REACH, GHS, and much more. 

For more information on the Summit visit: http://www.chemicalnotification.com/

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August 2009

4th Practical Short Course on Functional Oils: Omega-3 Fatty Acids Market Trends, Nutrition & Health, Utilization in Food Systems
August 24 & 25, 2009
Chicago, IL

The 4th Practical Short Course on Functional Oils (USA): Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Market Trends, Nutrition & Health, Utilization in Food Systems took place on August 24 & 25, 2009, at the Courtyard Marriott Downtown Chicago, IL.

If you missed Ms. Lina Paulionis' presentation on, "Omega-3 Oils: Health Claims Global Perspectives" and would like more information contact food@cantox.com.  

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July 2009

The 7th NBJ Newport Summit
July 22-24, 2009
Dana Point, CA

The NBJ Summit is an intimate, invitation-only networking event where top-level executives from leading companies in the health and nutrition industry. They discuss strategic business issues, market conditions, competitive challenges, and branding/product strategies. Over the past 11 years, the NBJ Summit has attracted key leaders and CEOs in the $85 billion nutrition, supplement and functional food industry.

For more information visit: http://www.newportsummit.com/nbj09/public/enter.aspx  

 

IAFP (International Association for Food Protection)
July 12-15, 2009
Grapevine, TX

The Annual Meeting has become the leading meeting concerned with the protection of the worldwide food supply. Each meeting is attended by over 1,800 of the top industry, academic and government food safety professionals. This broad mix of attendees includes professionals in quality control, processing operations, regulatory inspections, consulting groups, risk assessment, research and development, microbiological research, plant management, technical services and HACCP management. With a reputation for quality content, the Annual Meeting features over 500 technical papers, posters and symposia, detailing current information on a variety of topics relating to food safety. The quantity and quality of contributed presentations provide information on the latest methods and technologies available. 

If you missed Dr. Berna Magnuson's presentation titled, "Issues and Challenges with the Use of Nanomaterials in Food and Food Packaging Applications" and you would like more information email: food@cantox.com  

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June 2009

Drug Information Association (DIA)
June 21-25, 2009
San Francisco,CA

The DIA 45th Annual Meeting is the biopharmaceutical industry's largest, longest running, best-value, global, multidisciplinary event. This year's program offered learning opportunities for EVERYONE and featured the biggest names from industry, regulatory, and academia.

If you missed the opportunity to visit our booth, feel free to contact us at info@ashuren.com. 

 

NutrEvent
June 17-18, 2009
Lille, France

NutrEvent attracted over 2,500 key players from the nutrition and health sector and offered opportunities for networking and dialogue that managers in Innovation, R&D, Product & Business Development, Technology, Marketing & Strategic Development departments had been waiting for!

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Mr. Nigel Baldwin during this event please email nbaldwin@cantox.com.

For more information on the event visit: http://www.nutrevent.com/

 

Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)
June 6-9, 2009
Anaheim, CA

The IFT Annual Meeting + Food Expo is the single most important event for new technologies, trends and information, and one-on-one dialog for all involved in the food industry. As a long-time supporter of IFT, Cantox exhibited at this year's event.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with our representatives, you may contact them at food@cantox.com.  For more information on IFT visit: http://www.am-fe.ift.org/

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May 2009

Canadian Chemistry Conference & Exhibition
May 30-June 2, 2009
Hamilton, ON

Dr. Bernadene Magnuson, Cantox Health Sciences International, presented on Nanotechnology at this years event.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Berna, please contact food@cantox.com .

 

Health Claims in North America and Europe: Capitalizing on Recent Developments
May 28-29, 2009
Chicago, IL 

Scientific requirements and regulatory processes for claim substantiation have changed in Canada , the European Union (EU), and the United States (US). Across all 3 jurisdictions, there is increased scientific rigor, transparency, and comprehensiveness for claim substantiation. Without knowledge of what is expected and the right tools to meet the expectations, the process of claim substantiation can appear daunting and/or lead to unsuccessful applications. Cantox conducted a 2-day workshop that guide you through the “what” and “how” of claim substantiation - what the science is, how the science is met, and how claims are regulated. Both the science and regulations of claims in Canada , the EU and the US were presented, in addition to key recent developments pertaining to claims in each jurisdiction. Systematic approaches, tools, and key principles for claim substantiation, which can be applied to all jurisdictions, were shared, in addition to aspects related to the design of clinical trials for health claim substantiation. Today’s consumers are increasingly choosing the ‘healthier alternative'.

Cantox’s workshop was an opportunity to learn from experts on how to capitalize on this growing trend whilst carrying out due diligence.

If you missed this opportunity to gain expertise on the science and regulations pertaining to claim substantiation in Canada, the EU, and the US, please email food@cantox.com for information on future workshops.

IFIA
May 20-22, 2009
Tokyo, Japan

Now in its 14th year, IFIA (International Food Ingredients & Additives) is Asia’s largest event, dedicated solely to food additives and ingredients. Cantox exhibited at this year's event. 

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Mr. Hayashi, you may contact him at thayashi@cantox.com. 

 

FHF Spring Conference: Food Fortification - a Necessary Evil in a "Junk Food" Society
May 19, 2009
London, UK

During this year's conference Nigel Baldwin, Cantox, presented, "Taking Advantage of Technical Innovations to Produce Healthier Food."

For the minutes to this meeting please visit: http://www.fhf.org.uk/meetings/2009-05-19_report.pdf  

 

BIO
May 18-21, 2009
Atlanta, GA

Lindsay Donald attended this years annual convention. If you missed the opportunity to meet with Lindsay, please contact him at ldonald@ashuren.com. 

 

Mid-Atlantic Society of Toxicology (MASOT)
May 7, 2009
Iselin, NJ

The Mid-Atlantic Chapter was formed to: (1) serve as a focal point for toxicological interests within the region; (2) encourage interactions among toxicologists in government, industry, and academia; and (3) sponsor scientific and education programs in toxicology. Erica Rath, Jennifer Depietro and Hina Navaid, of Cantox Health Sciences International attended MASOT's Spring Meeting "Toxicants in the News."

If you missed them and would like to set up a meeting please email food@cantox.com.

 

VitaFoods
May 5-7, 2009
Geneva, Switzerland

Vitafoods International is widely regarded as the flagship exhibition for the nutraceuticals industry, in 2008 the event attracted over 450 leading exhibiting companies and over 7000 attendees. Cantox exhibited at this year's event.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Ashley Roberts or Nigel Baldwin during this event, you may contact them at food@cantox.com. 

For more information visit: http://www.vitafoods.eu.com/

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April 2009

SupplySide East 
April 27-29, 2009 
Secaucus, NJ
 

SupplySide East offers hundreds of exhibitors showcasing thousands of innovative ingredients, an unmatched 4-track education program and extensive networking opportunities. Now in its 11th year, SupplySide East is a must-attend event for developers and marketers of foods, beverages, dietary supplements and cosmeceuticals.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Hina Javiad, Katherine Vega or Nashani Baldeo, Cantox Health Sciences, please contact food@cantox.com.

For more information on SupplySide East visit: www.supplysideshow.com. 

 

Health Canada - NHPs in Food Forum
April 23, 2009
Ottawa, ON

 

In January 2008, the Government of Canada launched Canada's Food and Consumer Safety Action Plan. A key element of this initiative was ensuring that consumers can make more informed choices about health products and their own health. As a relatively new class of products, NHPs in food format pose novel challenges for assuring informed choice. Some considerations for products at the food-NHP interface have already been raised; such as the challenge of ensuring that such products are taken according to the conditions of use and not easily mistaken for foods, or that they be used by the appropriate populations and not be consumed ad-libitum. Other considerations/challenges remain to be identified.

As a recognized expert in the food and nutrition industry, Ms. Lina Paulionis, Cantox Health Sciences, was asked to participate in the discussion of the challenges of NHPs in food format.

If you would like to more information regarding this presentation, you may contact food@cantox.com.  

 

Suppliers Expo
April 16, 2009
Sharonville, OH

Dr. Bernadene Magnuson, Cantox, was an invited speaker at the Ohio Valley IFT section suppliers night, that took place in Sharonville, OH on April 16, 2009. The topic of her talk was nanotechnology.

For more information on this presentation please email: food@cantox.com.  

 

GlobalChem
April 6-8, 2009
Baltimore, MD

For over 20 years, this annual conference has provided a unique educational opportunity for chemical industry professionals. Participation in this Conference provides you with information and interaction with experts on the U.S. Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), emerging issues and trends in the product stewardship arena and equivalent international regulations. Cantox exhibited at this year's event.

If you missed the opportunity to meet Karen Levins or Tracy McGinnis during this event, you may contact them at chemicals@cantox.com.

 

Food Update Annual Meeting
April 4-7, 2009
Pointe Vedra Beach, FL

Food Update 2009 addressed critical questions for those working in and around the food industry--What are consumers and food companies doing to adjust to inflationary pressures? Are health and wellness real drivers for the consumer, and what are food companies doing to meet this demand? What can be expected next in the food safety arena? Is it time to reposition the benefits of processed food? Panels of experts took these multi-faceted issues apart and gave you insight into the future. Dr. David Bechtel, Cantox Health Sciences, attended this year's annual meeting.

If you missed the opportunity to meet him during this event, you may contact him at food@cantox.com. 

 

UK Regulatory Network
April 2, 2009
Greengates, Bradford

The UK Regulatory Network is an ideal opportunity to stay abreast of recent and forthcoming changes in legislation. The scope of the network is UK and EC legislation, including both LFI staff and invited external speakers. During this event Nigel Baldwin, of Cantox, presented "A review of successful/unsuccessful health claims submissions".

For more information on any of this presentation please contact food@cantox.com.

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March 2009

Innovations in Food Colours
March 31, 2009
London, England

Innovations in Food Colour Europe provided an update on the very latest developments of relevant EU legislation, the sessions showcased innovations in food colour and how they can be successfully used in a range of food and beverage applications. The Innovations in Food Colour Europe conference is an essential briefing for all those wishing to stay at the forefront of food and beverage product development.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Nigel Baldwin, Cantox Health Sciences, at this years event, you may contact food@cantox.com. 

For more information on Innovations in Food Colours visit: www.ficonferences.com

 

Wellness '09 
March 25-26, 2009
Chicago, IL

During this event Dr. Ashley Roberts, Cantox, and Diane McColl, Hyman, Phelps & McNamara presented "Is your food ingredient a Drug? Regulatory update on FDA's Implementation of Section 301(II) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act". Drs. Ashley Roberts and Kathy Musa-Veloso, of Cantox, presented "How to Gain Approval of a Health Claim in Europe".

For more information on any of these presentations please contact food@cantox.com. 

 

Food Ethics Council 2009
March 17, 2009
London, England

How will EU regulation shape our choices? A new report from our Business Forum. Health claims underpin one of the most prominent food industry trends of the past decade: developing and marketing 'functional foods'. While this trend has been most evident in manufacturing, it has in fact extended all the way from the supermarket shelf through to agricultural inputs. Reports in 2008 claimed that consumer skepticism was dampening the market for functional foods and demanding more robust evidence to back up health claims. With the European Commission (based on the stringent scientific advice of the European Food Safety Authority) set to pronounce which health claims will be allowed in future, the market is due to get tougher still. As a recognized expert on functional foods and health claims, Nigel Baldwin, Cantox Health Sciences, discussed the challenges and opportunities that the new regulation pose to businesses and to consumers.

For more information on this discussion contact: food@cantox.com  

For more information on this forum, please see the following link. http://www.foodethicscouncil.org/node/439  

 

SOT 2009
March 16-18, 2009
Baltimore, MD

In conjunction with the SOT Postdoctoral Assembly Board, we are pleased to congratulate Dr. Jeffrey Card, Ashuren Health Sciences, as a recipient of the 2009 Best Postdoctoral Publication Award for his recent publication on “Cyclooxygenase-2 deficiency exacerbates bleomycin-induced lung dysfunction but not fibrosis” (Am. J. Respir. Cell Mol. Biol. 37:300-308). The bar was set high this year with the excellent research that has been conducted by SOT postdocs, leaving the PDA Board and external reviewers with some really tough decisions. Dr. Jeffrey Card was presented with his award at the SOT Annual Meeting during the Postdoctoral Luncheon.

For more information on any of these activities please contact info@cantox.com. 

 

Tokyo Health Industry Show
March 11-13, 2009
Tokyo, Japan

The Tokyo Health Industry Show (THIS) was the biggest and longest health-related product exhibition in Japan. THIS 2009 featured over 600 companies, with separate halls for "Ingredients & OEM","Health Foods","Organic & Natural", "Wellness" and "Health & Beauty" and an intensive visitor promotion campaign was conducted for each hall. Mr. Tatsuyuki Hayashi, Cantox - Japan Office attended this years annual show.

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Mr. Hayashi, please contact food@cantox.com. 

For more information on the Tokyo Health Industry Show visit: www.this.ne.jp  

 

BioFutures-Multi-Stakeholders
March 10-11, 2009
Calgary, AL

BioFutures is an initiative that will set the vision for the Western Canadian functional food and natural health product sector to the year 2025 - a vision that is developed by consensus and results in commitment from all stakeholder groups to work towards that vision. The goal of a process such as this is to increase the sector's ability to be agile; to be ahead of the curve instead of behind it - by using the process of foresight to create a picture about Canada and the world; to understand where, why and how to capitalize on opportunities from both a social and economic perspective.

Ms. Lina Paulionis, Cantox Health Sciences, was an invited speaker at this years meeting. If you missed the opportunity to meet with her, please contact food@cantox.com.  

 

SupplyExpo
March 2009
Anaheim, CA

SupplyExpo connected every link in the value chain in the global health and nutrition industry – from new developments in branded ingredients, raw materials, technologies, and manufacturing services to finished goods showcased at Natural Products Expo West. Their networking events gave you the time and opportunity to strengthen your connections with industry leaders. Overall, the dietary supplement and food industries are strongly supportive of the concept and use of health claims and qualified health claims. These FDA-approved claims are based on a thorough scientific review by the agency, help companies differentiate their products and help consumers make informed choices. However, petitions have declined, even been retracted in recent years as FDA has clarified its evidentiary basis and evaluation process for health claims. Have the petitioning and subsequent evaluation and approval processes detracted from the expected benefits?

Dr. Kathy Musa-Veloso, Cantox Health Sciences International, presented "The Petition and Evaluation Process of Health Claims: The Industry Perspective", on March 5, from 11:30pm - 12:00pm. This presentation provided the perspective of a firm well versed in representing clients in the health claim petition process, and will provide insight into whether and to what extent industry can meet FDA's expectations and bring forth new (or strengthen existing) health claims.

For more information on this presentation contact: kmusa-veloso@cantox.com.

 

IFT Supplier's Night
March 4, 2009
Anaheim, CA

If you missed the opportunity to meet with Melody Harwood and Dr. Kathy Musa-Velosa, Cantox Health Sciences, you may contact them at food@cantox.com. 

Chemcon ASIA 
March 2-6, 2009
Kuala, Lumpur

Karen Levins, the Vice-President of Cantox's Chemicals Group, attended ChemCon ASIA 2009 and gave two very well-received presentations during the course of this widely-respected conference, which focused on international chemical legislation. Ms. Levins discussed existing-chemical legislation activities in the European Union (EU), the United States (US) and Canada by comparing the EU's REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of CHemicals) to US's CHAMP (CHemical Assessment and Managment Program) and to Canada's CMP (Chemicals Management Plan). Her presentation on Key Chemical Control Legislation in North America, provided an overview and update on the progress of several key initiatives regarding chemical inventories, new chemical assessments, and existing substance reviews in Mexico, the United States , and Canada.

For more information on ChemCon ASIA visit: www.chemcon.net 

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February 2009

National Toxicology Program
February 24, 2009
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina

More than 80,000 chemicals are registered for use in the United States. Each year, an estimated 2,000 new ones are introduced for use in such everyday items as foods, personal care products, prescription drugs, household cleaners, and lawn care products. We do not know the effects of many of these chemicals on our health, yet we may be exposed to them while manufacturing, distributing, using, and disposing of them or when they become pollutants in our air, water, or soil. Relatively few chemicals are thought to pose a significant risk to human health. However, safeguarding public health depends on identifying both what the effects of these chemicals are and at what levels of exposure they may become hazardous to humans-that is, understanding their toxicology. The NTP is an interagency program whose mission is to evaluate agents of public health concern by developing and applying tools of modern toxicology and molecular biology. The program maintains an objective, science-based approach in dealing with critical issues in toxicology and is committed to using the best science available to prioritize, design, conduct, and interpret its studies. To that end, the NTP is continually evolving to remain at the cutting edge of scientific research and to develop and apply new technologies.

Dr. Earle Nestmann, Cantox Health Sciences, was an invited speaker at this years meeting, and presented 'Comments on the Draft Substance Profile for Styrene - Genotoxicity' on February 24, 2009.

For more information on this presentation, please contact food@cantox.com 

For more information on this meeting visit: http://ntp.niehs.nih.gov/ 

 

Nutri-Net Canada Forum
February 10, 2009
Toronto, ON

Nutri-Net Canada is a collaborative initiative among regional and national industry, trade and research organizations and government bodies dedicated to advancing the development of the functional food and natural health product sector in Canada. This emerging sector uses agricultural, forestry and fishery products to develop value-added, knowledge-based products and ingredients, providing consumers with foods and natural health products with health and wellness benefits.

Ms. Lina Paulionis, Cantox Health Sciences was an invited speaker, and presented the Walnut Case Study Update.

For more information on this presentation, please contact Lina at food@cantox.com.

For more information on this forum visit: http://www.nutrinetcanada-nnc.ca/events.aspx  

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January 2009

International Feed Expo ( IFE )
January 28-29, 2009
Atlanta, GA

IFE provided an opportunity for feed industry leaders to meet, network, learn and see the latest in new technology. IFE offered an unprecedented opportunity to access a dynamic purchasing audience, key decision makers and international customers from all segments of the industry. Melody Harwood and Lin Wylie, Cantox Health Sciences, attended, at booth 2924.

If you missed the opportunity to meet them during this event, you may contact them at feed@cantox.com.  

 

34th Annual Winter Meeting of the Toxicology Forum
Washington, DC
January 27-29, 2009

The Toxicology Forum is an international, non-profit organization that is devoted to conducting open dialogues among various segments of society concerned with problems in toxicology. At our meetings, views are exchanged among experts from domestic and international government regulatory and health agencies, industry, academia, political policymakers, and public interest groups. The Toxicology Forum aims to provide a scrupulously balanced approach to the topics and issues presented at The Forum, with alternative positions presented for each issue. The unique, non-adversarial atmosphere of Toxicology Forum meetings promotes uninhibited, productive discussions that are unencumbered by a need to arrive at consensus. 

If you missed the opportunity to meet Dr. David Bechtel, Cantox Health Sciences, at this years forum, you may contact him at food@cantox.com.

For more information on the Toxicology Forum visit: www.toxforum.org