The purpose of this Regulation is to control the nutritional labelling data which shall apply to packaged food products (with some exceptions such as spices, seasonings, fresh vegetables and fruits, rice, tea, coffee and sugar, among others). The following nutrient information shall be provided: amount of energy, protein, carbohydrate (dietary carbohydrate and dietary fibers), fats, saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol, sodium, total sugars and added sugar, as well as the amount of any other nutrient of a claimed nutritional or health effect. The vitamins and minerals identified by the relevant authorities shall be declared on the requirement unless they represent less than 5% of the Nutrient Reference Value (NRV).
The deadline for comments is January 15, 2018.
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