Food Labelling Review under EU 1169/2011
We review label information and provide recommendations based on the product, composition and method of sale.
Benefits
- Identification of requirements applicable to the product
- Reduced risk of noncompliance and post-print corrections
- Correct consumer information
- Assistance with allergens and nutritional values
Our Process
- 1Analysis of existing labels
- 2Identification of non-conformities
- 3Recommendations for correcting and completing label information
- 4Review of the updated version based on the documents provided
Food Labelling EU 1169/2011: practical scope and deliverables
This section clarifies where the service applies, what documents and recommendations are delivered, and which operational risks are reduced.
Who this service is for
- Food producers launching new products or updating existing labels
- Private label brands, distributors and importers that need to verify packaging information compliance
- Sites that need control over allergens, ingredients, mandatory particulars and nutrition declaration
- Companies preparing for authority checks, customer audits or retail listing
What we deliver
- Label review and identification of missing or incorrectly formulated elements
- Verification of mandatory particulars applicable to pre-packed food products
- Recommendations for allergen emphasis, ingredient list structure and nutrition declaration presentation
- Clear observations for correcting label text before printing or commercial listing
Risks reduced
- Incomplete labels, poor readability or misalignment with consumer information requirements
- Allergen omissions, incorrect ingredient declaration or claims that may mislead consumers
- Costly corrections after printing, launch delays or amendment requests from retailers
- Noncompliance risk during inspection due to missing or incorrectly structured mandatory information
Required information and responsibilities
Important clarification: The review is based on the composition, specifications and documents provided. Recommendations do not constitute approval issued by an authority.
Information we need
- A description of the activity, products, processes, location and intended objective
- Existing documentation such as procedures, recipes, labels, layouts, specifications or records
- Inspection or audit reports, laboratory results and relevant deadlines, where available
Limitations and responsibilities
- Recommendations are based on the information and documents supplied by the client
- Changes to products, processes, suppliers, premises or applicable requirements may require a new review
- The operator remains responsible for information supplied, daily implementation and compliance with applicable legal obligations
Frequently Asked Questions
What information must the label contain?
Mandatory information depends on the product and method of sale. It may include the name of the food, ingredients, highlighted allergens, quantities of certain ingredients, net quantity, date marking, storage and use conditions, the responsible operator’s name and address, origin where required, instructions for use and the nutrition declaration. Additional rules apply to certain product categories.
Are nutritional values mandatory?
Yes, the nutrition declaration is mandatory for most pre-packaged foods, with some exceptions provided by the regulation.