4. Conclusion
Frontier products illustrate the unique challenges posed by constantly evolving and often ambiguous regulations. Their positioning at the interface of several legislative frameworks forces designers, manufacturers and regulators to adopt a strategic, multidisciplinary approach to ensure they are brought to market.
The regulatory classification of a product influences every stage of its life cycle, from initial formulation to marketing claims, manufacturing processes and quality control. An error in this classification can lead to costly reclassifications, delays in marketing or, in some cases, sales restrictions, directly affecting a company's competitiveness.
This article has shown that borderline products are not only regulatory challenges, but also opportunities for innovation and market differentiation. By anticipating the requirements...
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Glossary
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Standards and norms
- Management de la sécurité des denrées alimentaires, 2e édition. - ISO 22000 - 2018
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- Bonnes pratiques de fabrication (BPF). - ISO 22716 - 2007
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Regulations
Public Health Code, sub-section 3: traditional herbal medicines (articles R. 5121-107-3 to R. 5121-107-15) (2025).
Article L. 5111-1 of the French Public Health Code.
Law of March 25, 1964 on medicines and its implementing decrees.
Regulation (EC) no. 1924/2006 on nutrition and health claims made on foods.
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Patents
EP1638582A1 – Use of hyaluronic acid for preparing compositions for treating oral cavity aphthas (2004).
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US7985432B2 – Insect repellent (2008).
WO2002036138A1 – A head lice formulation (2001).
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