RL Labs Aids Pet Food Brands and Retailers with Labeling Overhaul
RL Labs is providing support for pet food manufacturers and retailers to navigate the AAFCO Pet Food Label Modernization initiative requirements.
Los Angeles, CA – July 9, 2026 – The pet food industry is facing its most significant labeling changes in four decades, with the AAFCO Pet Food Label Modernization (PFLM) initiative requiring new nutrition facts formats and additional testing.
RL Labs, a company specializing in food safety and compliance, announced it is offering its services to help brands and retailers prepare for these upcoming regulatory shifts. The PFLM regulations, published in January 2024, impact all complete foods, treats, mixers, supplements, and veterinary diets, including private label products.
Founded by Sharon Vessels, RL Labs assists manufacturers and retailers in assessing supplier readiness and ensuring product compliance before deadlines. The company provides services such as guaranteed analysis, nutritional panel generation, and finished product testing to support health claims.
For retailers and brands seeking to ensure PFLM compliance, RL Labs offers guidance and testing. The company highlights that unpreparedness can lead to substantial category management and supply chain issues.