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Food labelling rules explained simply: what the law requires, where it comes from and how to apply it.
Allergens on food labels: the 14 mandatory allergens and how to emphasise them
The 14 allergens to declare under Regulation (EU) 1169/2011, how to emphasise them in the list of ingredients and when to use "Contains" and "May contain".
Updated on October 20, 2026How to make a food label: mandatory information and an example
The information a food label must show under Regulation (EU) 1169/2011, in what order and under which rules, with a complete example.
Updated on October 20, 2026Nutrition declaration: mandatory values, calculation and rounding
What the nutrition table must show under Regulation (EU) 1169/2011, how energy and salt are calculated and how values are rounded on the label.
Updated on October 20, 2026