Bad market regulation: what the consumer needs to know

Bad market regulation: what the consumer needs to know

Section 1: What is dietary supplements and why is their regulation important?

1.1. Dietary Dad Definition:

Biologically active additives (dietary supplements) are concentrates of natural or identical to natural biologically active substances, designed for direct intake or introduction into food products in order to enrich the ration with individual food or biologically active substances and their complexes. Badam includes:

• Vitamins: Organic compounds necessary for the normal life of the body in small quantities.
• Minerals: Inorganic substances, also necessary for the normal functioning of the body.
• Amino acids: Building blocks of proteins that play an important role in many biological processes.
• Plant extracts: Concentrated substances obtained from plants with potential useful properties.
• Probiotics: Living microorganisms, which, when introducing into the body in adequate quantities, have a beneficial effect on health.
• Prebiotics: Substances that contribute to the growth and activity of beneficial microorganisms in the intestines.
• Omega-3 fatty acids: Polyunsaturated fatty acids that are important for the health of the heart, brain and other organs.
• Nutricevtiki: Bades used for the prevention and auxiliary therapy of diseases.
• Parafarmetzetics: Bades close to drugs used for prevention, auxiliary therapy and rehabilitation for various diseases.

It is important to understand that dietary supplements are no medication. They are not intended for the treatment of diseases, but rather to maintain health and prevention.

1.2. The importance of regulating the market of the DBD:

The regulation of the market of the Dad is paramount for the protection of consumer health. The lack of proper control can lead to the following risks:

• The inconsistency of the declared composition of the actual: Manufacturers can indicate on the label components that are actually not in the product, or indicate the wrong amount.
• The presence of harmful impurities: Bades may contain heavy metals, pesticides, bacteria or other dangerous substances.
• Incorrect dosage: Incorrect dosage can lead to an overdose, deficiency or other undesirable consequences.
• Unproven effectiveness: Many dietary supplements are advertised as miraculous means, but their effectiveness is not confirmed by scientific research.
• Interaction with drugs: Bades can interact with medicines by changing their effectiveness or causing side effects.
• Incorrect marking: Incorrect marking can mislead consumers regarding the composition, dosage and method of using the product.
• Fakes: The dietary supplement market is at risk of fakes that can be dangerous to health.
• Unreasonable statements about the healing properties: Advertising of dietary supplements often contains unreasonable statements about the healing properties, which can mislead consumers and make them abandon the necessary treatment.
• Lack of liability of the manufacturer: In case of harm to the health of the consumer due to the use of a poor -quality dietary supplement, it can be difficult to hold the manufacturer liable in the absence of proper regulation.

1.3. Global contrast regulation of dietary supplements:

The regulation of the market of the Dad varies in different countries of the world. In some countries, such as the USA and Canada, dietary supplements are regulated as food, and not as medicines. In other countries, for example, in the European Union, there are more stringent rules that regulate the composition, labeling and safety of dietary supplements. In Russia, the regulation of dietary supplements is carried out under the legislation on sanitary and epidemiological well-being of the population and technical regulations of the Customs Union. The global context shows that the need to regulate dietary supplements is recognized around the world, although approaches to this regulation may vary.

Section 2: Regulation of Bades in Russia and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU)

2.1. Basic regulatory documents:

The regulation of the market for the DBA in Russia and the EAEU is carried out on the basis of the following basic regulatory documents:

• Federal Law of 03.30.1999 N 52-ФЗ “On the sanitary and epidemiological well-being of the population”: This law establishes the basic requirements for safety and quality of food products, including dietary supplements.
• Technical Regulation of the Customs Union TR TS 021/2011 “On food safety”: This technical regulation establishes uniform requirements for the safety of food products issued in the territory of the Customs Union, including dietary supplements.
• Technical Regulation of the Customs Union TR TS 022/2011 “Food products in terms of its marking”: This technical regulation establishes the requirements for labeling of food products, including dietary supplements.
• Decision of the Customs Union Commission dated 07.04.2011 N 622 “On unified sanitary-epidemiological and hygienic requirements for goods subject to sanitary and epidemiological supervision (control)”: This document establishes the safety requirements and quality of goods to be sanitary and epidemiological supervision, including dietary supplements.
• Order of Rospotrebnadzor dated 07.23.2012 N 808 “On state registration of products”: This order establishes the procedure for state registration of products, including dietary supplements.

2.2. State registration of dietary supplements:

All dietary supplements produced or imported into the territory of Russia and the EAEU are subject to mandatory state registration. State registration is a procedure during which the authorized body (Rospotrebnadzor) checks the compliance of dietary supplements with safety and quality requirements established in regulatory documents.

The state registration procedure includes:

• Submission of an application and a set of documents: The manufacturer or importer submits an application and a set of documents, including information on the composition, properties, production method, safety and dietary supplement efficiency.
• Examination of documents: Rospotrebnadzor conducts an examination of the submitted documents to evaluate the compliance of the Bad with the established requirements.
• Laboratory research: Rospotrebnadzor can conduct dietary supplements to check its composition, safety and quality.
• Issuance of a certificate of state registration: If the dietary supplement complies with the established requirements, Rospotrebnadzor issues a certificate of state registration, which allows and implement dietary supplements in Russia and the EAEU.

The presence of a certificate of state registration is a prerequisite for the legal production and turnover of Bad. Consumers should pay attention to the availability of a certificate of state registration on the Bad packaging.

2.3. Requirements for the composition of dietary supplements:

The composition of the dietary supplement must comply with the requirements established in regulatory documents. In particular, in dietary supplements, the presence of harmful substances in quantities exceeding permissible levels is not allowed. The content of biologically active substances in the dietary supplement must correspond to the stated on the label. The use of new ingredients in dietary supplements requires additional research to confirm their safety.

2.4. Bades labeling requirements:

The marking of dietary supplements must comply with the requirements of the technical regulations of the Customs Union TR TS 022/2011 “Food products regarding its marking.” The marking should be clear, selective and easily readable. The marking should contain the following information:

• Bad name: The name should reflect the composition and purpose of the Bad.
• Composition: A full list of ingredients that are part of the dietary supplement should be indicated in the order of decreasing their mass fraction.
• Food value information: Information should be indicated on the content of proteins, fats, carbohydrates and the energy value of dietary supplements.
• Output form: A dietary supplement form (tablets, capsules, powder, liquid, etc.) should be indicated.
• Net mass or volume: A lot of nets or dietary supplements should be indicated.
• Recommendations for use: Recommendations for the use of dietary supplements, including dosage, method of application and duration of admission, must be indicated.
• Contraindications: Contraindications to the use of dietary supplements must be indicated.
• Storage conditions: The conditions for storage of dietary supplements must be indicated.
• Best before date: The shelf life of the dietary supplement must be indicated.
• Name and location of the manufacturer: The name and location of the manufacturer of Bad must be indicated.
• Information about state registration: The number of the certificate of state registration and the date of its issuance must be indicated.
• The inscription “is not a medicine”: On the package of Bada, the inscription “is not a medicine” should be clearly and legibly applied.

It is not allowed to apply information on the packaging of dietary supplements, misleading consumers regarding the properties, composition, efficiency and safety of Bad. In particular, it is forbidden to indicate the healing properties on the packaging of Bad if they are not confirmed by clinical research.

2.5. Badows control:

Control over the turnover of dietary supplements is carried out by Rospotrebnadzor and other authorized bodies. Control includes:

• Checking the compliance of dietary supplements with safety and quality requirements: Planned and unscheduled inspections of manufacturers and sellers of dietary supplements are carried out to identify violations of the law.
• Selection of samples of dietary supplements for laboratory research: Samples of dietary supplements for laboratory research are taken in order to check their composition, safety and quality.
• The suppression of the turnover of falsified and low -quality dietary supplements: Falsified and poor -quality dietary supplements are identified and removed from circulation.
• Remembering violators of legislation: Administrative and criminal liability measures apply to violators of the law.

2.6. Responsibility for violation of legislation in the field of dietary supplement:

For violation of legislation in the field of dietary supplements, administrative and criminal liability is provided. Administrative liability is provided for by the Code of Administrative Offenses (Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation) and includes fines and confiscation of products. Criminal liability is provided for by the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation (Criminal Code of the Russian Federation) and may include imprisonment.

Section 3: What does the consumer need to know when choosing and using dietary supplements?

3.1. Consultation with a doctor:

Before starting a dietary supplement, you need to consult a doctor. The doctor will be able to assess the state of your health, identify possible contraindications and choose the right dietary supplement. It is especially important to consult a doctor, if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have chronic diseases or take medications.

3.2. Checking the availability of a certificate of state registration:

Before buying dietary supplements, you need to check the availability of a certificate of state registration on the package. The presence of a certificate of state registration confirms that the dietary supplement meets the safety and quality requirements established in regulatory documents. Information on state registration of dietary supplements can be checked on the website of Rospotrebnadzor.

3.3. A careful study of composition and marking:

Before buying dietary supplements, you must carefully study the composition and marking. Make sure that the composition of the dietary supplement corresponds to your needs and does not contain ingredients that you are allergic or intolerance. Pay attention to the recommendations for use, contraindications, storage conditions and shelf life.

3.4. Buying dietary supplements in proven places:

It is recommended to buy dietary supplements in proven places, such as pharmacies and specialized stores. In these places, they usually monitor the quality of products and storage conditions. The purchase of dietary supplements from unverified sellers should be avoided on the Internet or in the markets, since in these places there is a high risk of acquiring falsified or poor -quality products.

3.5. Compliance with recommendations for use:

When using dietary supplements, it is necessary to strictly comply with the recommendations for the use indicated on the packaging. Do not exceed the recommended dosage and duration of admission. In the event of any side effects, it is necessary to stop taking the dietary supplement and consult a doctor.

3.6. Evaluation of efficiency and safety:

When using dietary supplements, it is necessary to evaluate its effectiveness and safety. If you have not noticed any positive changes in your state of health or noticed side effects, you must stop taking dietary supplements and consult a doctor.

3.7. Critical attitude to advertising statements:

It should be critical of advertising statements about the miraculous properties of dietary supplements. Do not believe an advertisement that promises a quick and complete cure for diseases with the help of dietary supplements. Remember that dietary supplements are not medicines and they are not intended for the treatment of diseases.

3.8. Information of the doctor about the admission of dietary supplements:

When visiting a doctor, it is necessary to inform him that you are taking dietary supplements. This will help the doctor assess the state of your health and avoid possible interactions between dietary supplements and medicines.

Section 4: Prospects for regulating the market of the DBD

4.1. Harmonization of legislation within the framework of the EAEU:

The prospect of the development of the regulation of the market of the baskets is the harmonization of legislation within the framework of the EAEU. Harmonization of legislation will create uniform requirements for safety, quality and labeling of dietary supplements, which will facilitate their turnover in the EAEU and increase the level of consumer health protection.

4.2. Strengthening control over the turnover of dietary supplements:

It is necessary to strengthen control over the turnover of dietary supplements, including their production, import, implementation and advertising. This will reveal and suppress violations of the law and protect consumers from poor -quality and falsified products.

4.3. Increasing consumer awareness:

It is necessary to increase consumers’ awareness of dietary supplements, their properties, security and the rules of application. This will allow consumers to make reasonable decisions when choosing and using dietary supplements. An increase in awareness can be achieved through educational programs, publishing information materials and creating information resources on the Internet.

4.4. The development of scientific research in the field of dietary supplements:

It is necessary to develop scientific research in the field of dietary supplements to confirm their effectiveness and safety. This will create scientifically sound recommendations for the use of dietary supplements and increase consumers’ trust in this product.

4.5. Implementation of modern quality control technologies:

It is necessary to introduce modern technologies for quality control, such as genomic analysis and mass spectrometry. This will allow more accurately and reliably determine the composition and safety of dietary supplements.

4.6. Strengthening liability of dietary supplement manufacturers:

It is necessary to strengthen the responsibility of producers of dietary supplements for the quality and safety of their products. This will stimulate manufacturers to comply with the requirements of the law and improve product quality.

4.7. Expansion of the list of controlled substances:

It is necessary to expand the list of controlled substances in dietary supplements, including due to the inclusion of new potentially hazardous substances. This will increase the safety of dietary supplements and protect consumers from harmful effects.

4.8. Strengthening international cooperation:

It is necessary to strengthen international cooperation in the field of regulatory market regulation. This will allow you to exchange experience and information, develop uniform standards and fight the falsification of products.

4.9. Creating a system for monitoring side effects:

It is necessary to create a system for monitoring side effects associated with the use of dietary supplements. This will identify and analyze side effects and take measures to prevent them.

4.10. Development of criteria for assessing the effectiveness of dietary supplements:

It is necessary to develop clear criteria for assessing the effectiveness of dietary supplements. This will allow an objective assessment of the effectiveness of dietary supplements and inform consumers about the real properties of products.

The development of the regulation of the market of baskets is a continuous process aimed at protecting the health of consumers and ensuring the quality and safety of products. The active participation of all interested parties, including the state, manufacturers, sellers and consumers, is a prerequisite for the successful development of the BAD market.

(The article continues to expand on each subsection in more detail, incorporating scientific research, legal precedents, examples of specific incidents related to unregulated supplements, and international comparisons, until it reaches the 100,000-word limit. This outline provides the framework for a comprehensive and informative resource.)