Determining the RACC for a Nutrition Facts Label The FDA established Reference Amounts Customarily Consumed (RACC) to determine serving sizes for nutrition reporting. A food's reference amount or RACC can be found in Reference Amounts Customarily Consumed: List of Products for Each Product Category: Guidance for Industry or in the 21 CFR Part 101.12(b). Go to the Code of Federal Regulations Title 21 search "101.12" and go to section (b) to find the RACCs. Under section (b) are two tables; Table ... Full Article

Labeling spices in ingredient statements can be confusing. It’s common practice for manufacturers to label spices in ingredient statements as “spice” or collectively, “spices.” This allows two things, a more concise ingredient statement and the ability to “hide” a proprietary formula.  However, it’s important to follow FDA regulations when using the term “spice” in an ingredient statement. Definition of Spice The FDA’s criteria for something to be considered a “spice” include: Any aromatic ... Full Article