(the hill) — Melatonin manufacturers are being urged to implement new safety measures based on updated guidelines after a rise in accidental ingestion by children.
of Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) is a trade association for manufacturers and ingredient suppliers of nutritional supplements and functional foods. Announced in Monday’s press release “Adoption of two new voluntary guidelines,” one of which covers “formulation, labeling, and packaging of melatonin-containing dietary supplements,” and the other covers “labeling of gummy dietary supplements.” It is said that
Centers for Disease Control (CDC) found According to recent data, the number of children under 5 who visited the emergency room for taking melatonin without supervision increased by 420% from 2009 to 2020.
Melatonin is sold as a dietary supplement, so it is not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration.
According to a press release, the revised guidelines for melatonin supplements include a “request” for the adoption of “child-deterrent packaging for products containing melatonin in flavored, chewable forms that may be particularly appealing to children.” It is said that CRN is asking its members to develop new guidelines for melatonin supplements within 18 months.
When it comes to dietary supplement gummies, CRN is asking its members to improve safety by developing “detailed labeling recommendations for products intended for both adults and children,” including: “contains special considerations regarding gummy supplements for young children and emphasizes the importance of their use.” According to the press release, the products will be provided under appropriate conditions and guidance.
CRN is also asking its members to establish new guidelines for gummy dietary supplements within 24 months.
“These are just the latest in a series of voluntary guidelines adopted by CRN members that highlight CRN’s unwavering commitment to consumer well-being and the health of the nutraceutical market,” said Steve, CRN President and CEO.・Mr. said in a release. “By setting these high standards, we help our members deliver products that are manufactured and sold responsibly and are widely trusted by consumers.”
