Contaminants, Compliance, and Clarity: What Supplement Companies Need to Know

In this episode of Supplement Source, host Jeff Ventura sits down with Tony Pavel, partner at Keller and Heckman, for a timely discussion on contaminants in dietary supplements and what industry professionals need to know heading into CRN’s upcoming workshop, Controlling Contaminants in Supplements: Everything You Need to Know. Tony breaks down the evolving regulatory landscape—from California’s Proposition 65 to emerging state legislation on PFAS—and explains why understanding toxicological science and regulatory nuance is more critical than ever. Listeners will gain insight into the risks of litigation, challenges with setting safe contaminant limits, and how companies can better protect themselves in today’s complex compliance environment. Whether you're in product development, regulatory affairs, or quality assurance, this episode is your essential preview of what to expect at the April 29 event, for which listeners can register here.About the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN)  The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), founded in 1973 and based in Washington, D.C., is the leading trade association representing the dietary supplement and functional food industry. Bringing together manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, and service providers, CRN unites its member companies around a shared commitment to science, transparency, and responsible business practices—advancing a strong, credible marketplace that supports consumer health and industry growth.In an increasingly complex regulatory and media environment, CRN serves as the industry’s front line—shaping science-based policy, defending market access, and countering misinformation. Through strategic advocacy, self-regulatory leadership, voluntary guidelines, and evidence-based communications, CRN ensures that responsible companies are recognized, protected, and positioned to innovate and compete. Learn more at crnusa.org and follow @CRN_Supplements on X and LinkedIn.