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Regulatory

Reckitt’s Mead Johnson hit with US$60m verdict in Enfamil baby formula case

Reckitt’s Mead Johnson hit with US$60m verdict in Enfamil baby formula case

An Illinois jury has ordered Reckitt Benckiser unit Mead Johnson to pay $60 million to the mother of a premature baby who died of an intestinal disease after being fed the company's Enfamil baby formula. Th...
The new TikTok challenge waging war on the major supermarkets’ pricing
Online alcohol retailer Liquorkart stops taking orders amid probe
RECALL: Moringafi Green Juice
US lab finds cancer-causing chemical in Clinique, Clearasil acne treatments

Regulatory Archives

What is ‘greenhushing’ – and why is it on the rise in corporations?

"A lot of companies are hesitant, including us, to talk about any of our sustainability work."

J&J talc trial ends with a hung jury

The company stopped selling talc-based baby powder in favor of cornstarch-based products, citing an increase in lawsuits...

RECALL: Bio Living International Gluten Freedom products

Bio Living International has issued a recall for several of its Gluten Freedom products due to the presence of plastic.

NZ auditor-general calls for tighter food safety importation monitoring

The auditor-general said more improvements are needed to respond to changing food trends and risks.

Palm oil buyers are switching to cheaper rival oils: here’s why

Palm oil imports by India fell to their lowest in three months at 787,000 ton in January as soyoil purchases rose 24 per...

Retail NZ backs facial recognition trial, despite privacy concerns

The technology faces backlash due to privacy concerns.

Whistleblower tool aims to ‘out’ supermarket misconduct

Grocery Commission wants to hear if major supermarkets abuse their market power.

Palm oil supplier to Nestle, Kellogg’s, linked to Amazon deforestation

Palm oil can be found in consumer products from shampoo to chocolate bars.

RECALL: Peter’s Ice Cream Connoisseur Plant-Based Hazelnut Chocolate 1L

The recall is due to the presence of milk, which may cause an adverse reaction for consumers with a milk allergy or into...

Petstock surprise prompts ACCC chief to call for ‘urgent’ merger law reform

“Without effective merger control, we are all likely to face higher prices, lower quality, less innovation, less choice ...
Sara Lee's Australian and NZ businesses saved by private acquisition

Sara Lee’s Australian and NZ businesses saved by private acquisition

The sale will see the brand continue and help secure the jobs of more than 200 workers.

Is this the end of Australia’s supermarket duopoly?

Coles and Woolworths are facing scrutiny from the media, government and consumers for alleged profiteering and price gou...

Vegan F&B brands may not be as independent as you think

While the switch to eating vegan food may seem empowering, it places an unrealistic pressure upon consumers to drive the...
ACCC to conduct enquiry on Australian supermarkets' pricing and competition

ACCC to conduct enquiry on Australian supermarkets’ pricing and competition

The ACCC will examine competition in the supermarket sector and how it has evolved since the last inquiry in 2008. 

A matter of taste: Indian judge to rule on the origins of Butter Chicken

The case was first heard by the Delhi High Court last week and the next hearing is scheduled for May.