Getting labels right: What information must appear on the packaging?
A new packaging design has been finalised, the product is ready for sale – but is all the information on the label actually correct?
A new packaging design has been finalised, the product is ready for sale – but is all the information on the label actually correct?
Food products must comply with various legal labelling requirements. Additional requirements may apply to organic products and those certified to specific standards, depending on the certification scheme. It is therefore worth checking the labelling at an early stage, ideally before the packaging goes to print.
Legal requirements and certification standards
The information required on packaging depends on the product concerned. In addition to legal requirements, organic regulations, standards and certification schemes may impose further labelling requirements.
The use of logos and certification marks is also subject to specific rules. The requirements of the relevant certification scheme must always be observed.
Correctly identifying the certification body
In some cases, identifying the certification body on the label is also mandatory. For this purpose, bio.inspecta provides various certification marks and a design manual.
Important: Before publication, artwork featuring logos and certification marks provided by bio.inspecta must be submitted to bio.inspecta for approval.
Checking changes at an early stage
Careful label checks are important not only when launching a new product. Changes to a recipe, supplier, certification or packaging design may also require adjustments to the labelling.
Checking labels early helps prevent errors from being discovered only after the packaging has been produced.
Support with label verification
Would you like to ensure that your food labelling complies with the applicable requirements?
You can submit food labels for verification via our online platform, Orders. Among other services, bio.inspecta offers a comprehensive label review in accordance with current Swiss legislation. On request, we can also prepare the labelling for a food product.
This allows any questions to be clarified before the packaging goes into production, giving you greater confidence that everything is in order.