The Burlington Free Press reports that the Vermont Senate passed a bill that could make Vermont the first state to require labeling of foods that contain genetically modified organisms (GMO).

As of July 1, 2016, the bill will require labels on food products that contain genetically modified ingredients. Food manufacturers believe around 70-80% of packaged food on a typical supermarket’s store shelves would need to be labeled.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration considers foods with genetic modification substantially similar to those without.

The Thailand FDA already labels food for consumers so people can at least be warned before consuming produce that could potentially lead to health problems.

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Thailand FDA applications are on the rise, largely due to the booming medical tourism trade. An increasing amount of tourists and expats are coming to Thailand for medical treatment and services so demand is giving rise to supply and therefore more medical service providers are entering into the Thai market.

However importing pharmaceuticals, or other medical, narcotic and toxic substances into Thailand requires registration with the FDA. 

The application process must be strictly adhered too. There may be seperate requirements depending on the product that is being imported.  Importers will need to provide details about the company that will import the product, plans and photos of the production facility and evidence to show that Thai law requirements have been complied with in respect of manufacturing  including correct lighting and ventilation, proper areas for preparation, the type of equipment that will be used.

Fees will vary depending on the item being registered as will the time between filing the product registration application form and receiving a registration certificate.

The Thai FDA also has authority to control product advertising, ensuring that the claims made by producers are backed by proper evidence and studies.

FAD applications can be complicated and timely and are a hugely administrative process, conducted solely in Thai. Consulting a law firm that is familiar with the Thai FDA registration and its processes can help to make sure that applications are expedited and dealt with as smoothly as possible.

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