The target participants are employees from food companies exporting to the USA, for example, from quality management or regulatory affairs. Other professionals are also welcome, for example attorneys needing an introduction to US food law.

No prior knowledge of US food law is required. The course is given in English; therefore, a good command of the English language is a prerequisite.

The course provides a general introduction to US food regulation and then focuses on the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and its corresponding rules.

• General introduction to US food law (an overview encompassing legal framework, main legal acts, key authorities, sources of information)
• Selected areas of regulation: general food labelling requirements / food safety: overview of FSMA and related rules / regulation of the safety of intentional components in foods

Presentations, exercises, discussions

The course is offered online. This allows you to participate in an efficient way regardless of location. The prerequisite is functioning internet access and sound hardware (computer audio or headset). The access link and all necessary information will be sent to you in good time. We look forward to welcoming you to our virtual course room. 

If interested, please contact Evelyn Kirchsteiger-Meier.

Prof. Neal Fortin, Director of the Institute for Food Laws and Regulations at Michigan State University and author of numerous publications on US food regulation (e.g. ‘Food Regulation: Law, Science, Policy, and Practice’)

Michigan State University

No prior knowledge of US food law is required. The course is given in English; therefore, a good command of the English language is a prerequisite.

General Terms of Admission and Participation for Courses and Programs of Continuing Education at the ZHAW.

If the start status is ‘on request’ put yourself on the non-binding list of interested parties. We will inform you about the next implementation start as soon as it is determined.