Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA): Federal law focusing on preventing food contamination, including requirements for food safety plans and supply chain controls
Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FDCA): Primary federal law governing food quality and safety standards, including labeling requirements and provisions against adulteration and misbranding
FSIS Regulations: Food Safety Inspection Service regulations specific to meat, poultry, and egg products, covering inspection requirements and handling/storage standards
Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): State-adopted uniform law governing commercial transactions, particularly Article 2 on sale of goods, warranty provisions, and contract formation
Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA): Federal law governing trading of fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables, including fair trading practices and dispute resolution mechanisms
State Food Safety Regulations: State-specific laws and regulations governing food safety and handling requirements
Local Health Department Requirements: Municipal and county-level health regulations affecting food supply and handling
HACCP Compliance: Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point system requirements for identifying and preventing food safety hazards
FDA Food Code: Federal guidelines for retail and food service establishments that provide best practices for food safety
FDA Sanitary Transportation Rule: Regulations governing the safe transportation of food products to prevent contamination during transit
Organic Certification Requirements: USDA regulations governing organic food certification and labeling, if applicable to the supply contract
Allergen Labeling Requirements: Federal regulations requiring clear labeling of major food allergens and proper handling to prevent cross-contamination
Insurance Requirements: Mandatory insurance coverage requirements for food suppliers, including product liability insurance
Product Liability Laws: State and federal laws governing liability for defective or harmful food products
Food Recall Procedures: Federal requirements for implementing and managing food product recalls when safety issues are identified
