Life Sciences (International Firms)
Greater China Region Guide 2024 : China
Band 4
Contact number
+86 21 6335 1000Chambers Review
Keller and Heckman LLP possesses especially strong expertise in food and packaging industries throughout Asia-Pacific. It is adept at advising on a variety of compliance and regulatory matters such as labelling, obtaining clearance and approval for food ingredients, drugs and medical devices. The practice is increasingly active in mandates in connection with plant-based and cell-based foods. Its specialist team is noted for including scientists and lawyers with scientific backgrounds who assist clients entering the China market. The team is also active on regulatory work in the chemicals, health food, confectionery and e-tobacco products sectors. Its key clients include Perfect Day, ChromaDex and Omya.
Work Highlights
- Keller and Heckman advised Omya on regulatory matters related to food additives and cosmetic ingredients in the Asia-Pacific region.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Keller and Heckman has extensive experience navigating the market and ever-changing regulatory landscape."
"Keller and Heckman utilises a mix of lawyers, chemists and engineers to develop pragmatic advice in line with the regulations."
"Keller and Heckman has extensive experience navigating the market and ever-changing regulatory landscape."
"Keller and Heckman utilises a mix of lawyers, chemists and engineers to develop pragmatic advice in line with the regulations."
Notable Practitioners
David Ettinger is particularly proficient in advising clients on the compliance aspects of food-related products. He is well known for his in-depth knowledge in the Asia market.
"David is a great partner who is very responsive, and provides pragmatic advice taking into account the commercial needs of the business and the regulatory framework in which these issues arise."
"David knows his practice area, food and life science regulation, extremely well and has years of experience advising in China."