Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act): Primary federal law governing food safety and labeling requirements in the US. Prohibits the sale of adulterated or misbranded food products and is enforced by the FDA.

Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA): Modern legislation that focuses on preventing food safety problems rather than responding to them. Sets comprehensive standards for food production and transportation.

Fair Packaging and Labeling Act: Federal law that requires accurate product dating and labeling, and regulates packaging information requirements for consumer goods including food products.

State-Specific Food Safety Laws: Various state-level regulations and requirements that supplement federal food safety laws, including local health department regulations specific to each jurisdiction.

Consumer Protection Laws: Including the Federal Trade Commission Act and state consumer protection statutes, these laws protect consumers against deceptive business practices and provide legal remedies.

Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Commercial law framework that includes implied warranty of merchantability and fitness for particular purpose provisions applicable to food sales.

Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act: Legislation requiring clear allergen declarations on food products and establishing specific dating requirements for certain food items.