NJ A6151

Over-the-counter and prescription drugs containing ingredients derived from major food allergens or gluten-containing grains must bear labels clearly identifying those ingredients and specifying the type of gluten-containing grain where applicable

Drugs failing to comply with labeling requirements will be deemed misbranded, and the Commissioner of Health may order label corrections within a specified timeframe

Penalties for misbranding violations are $500 for a first offense, $1,000 for a second offense, and $2,000 for third and subsequent offenses

The Department of Health is authorized to investigate labeling accuracy and will adopt rules and regulations to implement the requirements

The act takes effect 25 months after enactment to allow manufacturers time to comply with the new labeling standards