Shruti Nikam

Shruti Nikam, M.S., PCQI, HACCP, SQF Advanced Practitioner works as an FSQA Manager at a baking ingredient company. She is a food safety and regulatory professional specializing in FSQA systems, labeling compliance, and quality management in manufacturing environments. She has extensive experience leading SQF audits, managing supplier approval programs, and supporting third-party certifications including Non-GMO, Halal, Kosher, and Organic. Shruti is a member of Phi Sigma Tau Honor Society and holds a master's degree in food safety and technology from the Illinois Institute of Technology.

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Closing the Transparency Gap: FSQA Strategies for Navigating Natural Flavor and Color Regulations

An action plan to validate "natural" claims, maintain supplier transparency, and minimize litigation risk by interpreting changing requirements
Shruti Nikam
February 27, 2026

In light of changing regulations and consumer demand for cleaner labels, this article explores the evolving science, gaps in regulation, and food safety and quality strategies needed to safeguard brands, achieve compliance, and develop the next generation of transparent food systems.


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