Japan Agrees To "Promote" Regulation Of Nutritional Supplements As Foods
• By The Tan Sheet
The Japanese government has agreed to move toward regulatory classification of nutritional supplements, including vitamins, herbs, minerals and other dietary products, as foods rather than drugs.
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The 14 July deadline for the Citeline Japan Awards 2025 in Tokyo is approaching fast, so here's a reminder to take a look at the categories and criteria and be sure to get your submissions in by this date. Sponsorship opportunities and tables for the event are also available.