Product Labelling
Precautionary Allergen Labelling (PAL): How & When to Use it
Precautionary allergen labelling offers a protective measure in food labelling, used voluntarily by companies to inform consumers of potential allergen cross-contamination risks. While most food businesses understand the importance of declaring allergens present in the food itself, many remain uncertain about how to appropriately use precautionary allergen labelling. In this article, we aim to demystify…
Read MoreChanges to Belgium Language Requirements for Labelling – Everything you need to know
For businesses selling their products in Belgium, there amendments to national regulations clarifying what languages should be used on food and beverage labelling. We talk to our local food regulatory experts who explain everything you need to know about the amendments and how to comply. Contents What is the law and why has it been…
Read MoreHow to Comply with New EU Labelling Regulation for Wine Products
From the 8th December 2023, Regulation (EU) 2021/2117 dictates that wine and wine products sold in the EU must now provide detail about the ingredients used and nutritional information. Our regulatory experts help us to read between the wines to understand exactly what this new legislation means, and how you can ensure you remain compliant.…
Read MoreInclusive Labels for the Visually Impaired: Challenges & Solutions for the Food Industry
Inclusivity is an increasing consideration for brands, but also from a business perspective – enabling more consumers to utilise their products conveniently. It’s estimated 1.1 billion people across the globe live with vision loss, limiting how easy it is for them to select and use products in the same way as those with full sight.…
Read MoreSaving Space on US-Bound Labels
How can you include all the information that you need, and want, on labels with limited room? Our expert US team shares their top tips for saving label space.
Read MoreLabelling Free-From Foods for the US
With no regulation in place for the health claim ‘free-from’ in the US, and no industry consensus to differentiate the term from ‘allergy-free’, brand manufacturers need to take extra care to protect the health and safety of consumers. In this edition, our US experts share their thoughts on making ‘free-from’ claims.
Read MoreFOP Labelling
How do rules in the US vary from other countries when it comes to front of pack (FOP) labelling requirements? Our US-based food regulatory consultant, Kayleigh Lieberman, breaks down what the existing rules mean, and shares details of possible changes in the near future.
Read MoreConfectionery Brands
Whether you’re a US brand looking to diversify or expand your existing confectionery range, or a non-US brand entering the market, there are a few things to know which will help ensure you can compete compliantly, and with confidence. Our US food regulatory consultants explain…
Read MoreHow to Avoid Making Common Errors on Your Nutrition Facts Panel
What does the US Nutrition Facts Panel do, and how can you avoid making common and potentially costly mistakes during your product development process?
Read MoreCarbon Footprint Labelling: Is This The Future Of Supermarket Shelves?
As the climate emergency rages on, it has never been more important for consumers to think twice about their carbon footprint and in particular, the impact their diet and weekly food shop choices are having on the planet. According to a 2019 report from the IPCC, the process of producing, processing and transporting our food…
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