Why Food M&A Deals Collapse—And How to Prevent It

Darshan talks about a major blind spot in food M&A—hidden compliance risks that can destroy a deal overnight. While most focus on financials, market share, and synergies, they fail to account for regulatory pitfalls that can trigger investigations, recalls, or severe penalties. Imagine being deep in negotiations, only to discover unapproved ingredients, misleading health claims, or an undisclosed FDA warning letter buried in company files. Some executives make the mistake of pushing forward, thinking they’ll fix it later—but regulators like the FDA, USDA, and FTC won’t wait.

Many assume their internal legal teams can handle compliance due diligence, but food regulations are complex, spanning labeling, safety, advertising, and state consumer protection laws. The Kulkarni Law Firm specializes in identifying and resolving these risks before they become deal-breakers. We help buyers conduct regulatory due diligence, engage with federal and state regulators, assess liability risks in labeling and advertising, and structure compliance-driven transactions.

If you're involved in food M&A, don’t let compliance issues turn your investment into a liability. Reach out to the Kulkarni Law Firm to protect your deal and ensure regulatory success.

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