LAC 49:I.103. Mission [Formerly 49:1.0010]

A. The primary mission of the Food and Drug Control Program is to protect consumers by assuring that products regulated by it are safe and perform as they are labeled or advertised. To achieve these objectives, the Unit engages in six general types of regulatory activities: 1. setting standards for product com position, manufacture, performance, and labeling; 2. evaluating, prior to marketing, the safety and effectiveness of those products that must have premarket clearance; 3. conducting inspections, surveys and analyses to monitor compliance with statutory requirements, administratively set standards, conditions of approval, etc.; 4. initiating enforcement action where necessary to effect compliance with the laws and implementing regulations; 5. informing and educating industry and consumers about the requirements of Louisiana Food and Drug laws and regulations; and 6. investigating corn plaints by Louisiana consumers concerning the alleged adulteration and/or misbranding of foods, drugs, cosmetics and medical devices in commerce.