Koon & Pipes PLLC
Regulatory Compliance

Florida Food and Beverage Product Law

Launching a packaged food or beverage brand means permits, labels, and agreements with co-packers and distributors. We help Florida brands get those right before the product ships.

Matters we handle

  • State food permits
  • Labeling and marketing claims
  • Co-packing and manufacturing agreements
  • Distribution and retailer agreements
  • Trademark and brand protection
  • Recalls and regulatory inquiries
  • Supplier contracts
  • Raising capital for the brand

Florida law at a glance

  • Many food businesses in Florida are permitted and inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services under Chapter 500, Florida Statutes.
  • Federal law, enforced by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, governs most food and beverage labeling.
  • Marketing claims about a product are also subject to state and federal deceptive practices laws.

General information about Florida law, not legal advice about your situation. Deadlines and requirements depend on the facts and the documents involved.

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