19 Mar 2014

Intertek experts deliver international perspective on health claims through the comparison of approval processes in EU and China


[Ontario, Canada]
- Intertek, the leading provider of quality and safety services to industries worldwide, is pleased to announce their participation at Food Ingredients China (FIC) 2014, from March 25 to 27, 2014, at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center.
 
During FIC 2014, Dr. Ashley Roberts, Business Leader for Intertek Scientific & Regulatory Consultancy will be presenting “Health claims in the EU and Comparison with China” on March 25, 2014, at 15:30.
 
Attendees and exhibitors from around the world gather at FIC 2014, as it is the largest and most authoritative international show on food additives & ingredients in Asia. The technical sessions provide updates on issues relating to food science and technology, and provide solutions for companies’ sustainable development.  “Intertek is pleased to participate in this event”, says Ms. Sandy Lin, Business Leader for the China office of Intertek’s Scientific & Regulatory Consultancy. “Our expertise helps international food companies, and their ingredient suppliers and food-processing partners, quickly and efficiently bring safe new products to this important market.”
 
During this event, Intertek will be exhibiting at Booth 1P90 in Hall No. 1.  Attendees are encouraged to stop by the booth to discuss their company’s specific requirements and to find out how Intertek’s experts can deliver support and success.  In order to help international food companies and their ingredient suppliers gain access to the Asian marketplace, Intertek offers clients on-the-ground regulatory support, intelligence and advice for China and neighbouring Asian markets as part of an integral global product approval strategy.
 
To learn more about the food & nutrition services offered by our scientific and regulatory consultants, please visit Food Scientific and Regulatory Consulting.  To see a complete range of food services offered by Intertek visit Food & Agriculture Services
 
For Market Inquiries:
 
Karen Levins
Senior Vice President
Global Business Development & Marketing
Intertek Scientific & Regulatory Consultancy
Telephone:  905-542-2900  
Karen.levins@intertek.com

For Media Inquiries:
 
Joel Pekay
Sales and Marketing Director
Intertek Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals
Direct:  312-906-7716  
Email: joel.pekay@intertek.com
 
About Intertek Scientific & Regulatory Consultancy
Intertek Scientific & Regulatory Consultancy is part of Intertek Health, Environmental and Regulatory Services offering an expansive range of specialized expertise in the areas of Food & Nutrition, Pharmaceutical & Healthcare, Chemicals and Agriculture, Biotech & Consumer Products. For over 25 years, the specialists at Intertek Scientific & Regulatory Consultancy have been helping companies resolve complex scientific and toxicology issues, develop scientific and strategic regulatory compliance plans, and facilitate timely regulatory global approvals. Our professionals deliver success and minimize client risk through the company’s broad expertise and knowledge of the regulatory approval processes that govern food, drug, cosmetic, consumer, commercial and industrial products in North America, Europe, and other jurisdictions around the world. For more information, visit Scientific & Regulatory Consultancy.
 
About Intertek
Intertek is the leading quality solutions provider to industries worldwide. From auditing and inspection, to testing, training, advisory, quality assurance and certification, Intertek adds value to customers’ products, processes and assets. With a network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices and over 36,000 people in more than 100 countries, Intertek supports companies’ success in a global marketplace. Intertek helps its customers to meet end users’ expectations for safety, sustainability, performance, integrity and desirability in virtually any market worldwide. Intertek Group plc (LSE: ITRK) is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 index. Visit: www.intertek.com