That little label on the back of the pack indicates a lot more information than meets the eye! Read along to find how food labelling standards differs around the world and the factors influencing them.

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Food labelling is mandatory in many countries, but why is it required in the first place? and what does it mean for consumers?

Understanding Food Traceability & Food Recall is essential to safeguard consumer health to avoid health hazards.

Legal Metrology rules are a set of guidelines issued by the Department of Consumer Affairs that deal with measurements and measuring instruments

The sole purpose of nutrition labelling is to keep the consumer informed of the nutritional properties of the food which enables them to make the right food choices.

The ingredient list forms a very integral part of the food label giving information about what the food product is actually made of

Unlike other products in the market, food products are unique which requires date marking as a mandatory requirement. With food being perishable in nature, knowing its shelf life is critical.

'Health claim' means any claim that states, suggests or implies that a relationship exists between a food category, a food or one of its constituents, and health.

Nutrient values should be expressed in grams per 100g/100ml/per single consumption pack, in addition, values can also be given per serving