Avoiding Common Errors on Label Applications – Providing Translations of Foreign Text
One of the most common problems we encounter when reviewing applications for label approval (COLAs) are labels that contain foreign text without a translation provided on the application. On many labels for imported products, the mandatory label information appears in English, as required by TTB regulations, but often other label text, such as an explanation of the production process, the history of the manufacturer, or a description of how the product tastes, is not in English.
Foreign text on a label is subject to all the same rules that apply to English text. The most efficient way for TTB to ensure foreign text is not misleading or prohibited, and that it doesn’t conflict with mandatory label information, is for the applicant to provide a translation.
Request for Nominations for the Industry Trade Advisory Committees
 TTB-regulated industries that import/export may find this notice of interest.
SOURCE: Federal Register / Vol. 87, No. 70 / Tuesday, April 12, 2022
AGENCY: Office of the United States Trade Representative
ACTION: Notice of Continuation and Request for Nominations for the Industry Trade Advisory Committees
SUMMARY: The U.S. Trade Representative and the Secretary of Commerce (Secretary) have established a new 4-year charter term ending in February 2026 for the Industry Trade Advisory Committees (ITACs) and are accepting applications from qualified individuals interested in serving as members. The ITACs provide detailed policy and technical advice, information, and recommendations to the Secretary and the U.S. Trade Representative regarding trade barriers, negotiation of trade agreements, and implementation of existing trade agreements affecting industry sectors, and perform other advisory functions relevant to U.S. trade policy matters. TTB-regulated industry members may be interested in several of these committees, including:
- ITAC 3 Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Health/Science Products and Services
- ITAC 4 Consumer Goods
- ITAC 6 Digital Economy
- ITAC 9 Small, Minority, and Woman-led Business
- ITAC 13 Customs Matters and Trade Facilitation
- ITAC 14 Intellectual Property Rights
- ITAC 15 Standards and Technical Trade Barriers
See the USTR notice for full details on the ITACs and how to make a nomination.
DATES: USTR will accept nominations on a rolling basis for membership on the ITACs for the 4-year charter term.
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