A) NASC Membership To join NASC (or expand an existing membership scope to include treats), a company must: • Have a direct conversation with NASC leadership (to ensure they qualify, it’s a good fit, and to prevent avoidable compliance issues) • Agree to follow standards appropriate to the products sold NASC may point out issues early (example: “calming treats” positioned with health benefits). B) Treat cGMPs NASC Treat cGMPs are based on FSMA animal food requirements (21 CFR 507), with added expectations, such as adverse event reporting and postmarket surveillance. These requirements were reviewed by the NASC compliance team and treat industry participants. C) NAERS Participation (adverse event reporting) Participation in the NASC Adverse Event Reporting System (NAERS®) is required of treat supplier members as part of: • Post-market surveillance • Early warning for potential safety issues • Overall risk management D) Labeling Guidance and PFLM Alignment NASC’s treat labeling guidance is intended to be consistent with AAFCO (including PFLM). Guidance includes: • Treat labeling pre-PFLM and post-PFLM • Dog/cat treat labeling • Horse treat labeling
Using the NASC Quality Seal on Treats