Food Law
The food industry connects production, processing, and distribution, with consumer safety and trust forming the absolute foundation of success. The management of supplier relationships, traceability of raw materials, and preparedness for crisis situations determine brand reputation and business continuity.
We provide legal advisory services that support regulatory compliance, process optimization, and risk minimization. We assist in establishing sustainable supply chains and quality certifications that enhance the market value of your products.
Key Challenges in the Sector
Companies must ensure HACCP compliance, sanitary standards, accurate labeling, and adherence to regulations concerning health claims. Additional risks include advertising disputes, conflicts with retail partners, urgent product recalls, and compliance issues in e-commerce and export. Improperly designed recall procedures can lead to chaos, high costs, and irreversible brand damage during a crisis. The absence of supplier quality assurance agreements creates the risk that contaminated raw materials could compromise the entire production process.
Why Nomus
Our team prepares product recall plans, establishes labeling and advertising procedures in line with legislation, and drafts supplier and distribution agreements that protect supply continuity and brand reputation. We provide support in VAT and export procedures, negotiations with retail partners, and the implementation of legal processes for online sales.
For food manufacturers, we develop a comprehensive compliance framework covering the entire process from raw materials to finished products. We assist distributors and importers with customs regulations and defining liability allocation within the supply chain. We support retail chains in developing private label products and supplier qualification systems. For start-ups in the food technology sector, we provide assistance with product certification and market entry strategies in the food retail industry.
We design preventive compliance systems that minimize the risk of penalties during food inspection audits and prepare you for effective communication with supervisory authorities. Our solutions include rapid response protocols for crisis situations and product recall scenarios that protect your brand and minimize financial losses. We also develop legal frameworks for certifications and quality assurance programs that enhance the competitiveness of your products in negotiations with wholesale and retail chains.
Our Services for the Food Industry
• Supplier contracts with raw material producers
• Distribution agreements with retail chains
• Private label and contract manufacturing (co-packing) agreements
Consumer Protection
• Legal review of food labeling and nutritional information
• Assessment of health and nutrition claims
• Handling consumer complaints and product recall procedures
Advertising Law
• Legal audit of food advertising campaigns
• Specific requirements for children’s advertising
• Resolution of advertising disputes
Compliance
• Implementation of HACCP and food safety systems
• Legal support during inspections by the State Veterinary and Food Administration and Public Health Authority
• Internal audits and preparation for official inspections
Intellectual Property
• Trademark registration
• Legal protection of recipes and production processes
• Obtaining designations of origin and geographical indications
GDPR and Cybersecurity
• Cybersecurity of production systems and automated lines
• Protection of sensitive data from laboratory tests and certifications
• Incident response plans for breaches of production systems
Environmental Law
• Advisory on waste management related to packaging and packaging materials
• Environmental due diligence of supply chains
• Implementation and legal structuring of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) mechanisms
ESG
• Compliance mechanisms to ensure responsible sourcing and raw material traceability
• Legal advisory on implementing environmental goals, emissions measurement, and compliance with climate regulations
• Legal support in obtaining and maintaining sustainability certifications, including fair trade and other international standards
Competition Law
• Protection against unfair business practices
• Prevention of abuse of dominant position
• Antitrust due diligence in mergers and acquisitions within the food industry
Litigation and Arbitration
• Disputes over damages caused by defective products
• Resolution of disputes within supply chains and product quality claims
• Arbitration and mediation in international contracts
Schedule an audit of your products’ regulatory compliance – we will assess adherence to legislation and prepare preventive measures to minimize risks during market entry.
