Nutrition Facts Label

Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: Food and Drug Administration

Provides information to make it easier for consumers to make informed food choices that contribute to lifelong healthy eating habits.

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  • Regulatory Actions

Key Points

  • The Nutrition Facts label on packaged foods was updated in 2016 to reflect the latest updated scientific information to make it easier for consumers to make informed food choices that contribute to lifelong healthy eating habits.
  • The updated label appears on the majority of food packages.
    • Manufacturers with $10 million or more in annual sales were required to update their labels by January 1, 2020
    • Manufacturers with less than $10 million in annual food sales were required to update their labels by January 1, 2021.
  • The information on the label makes it possible for consumers to make informed food choices that account for their individual needs. 
     

FIM Opportunities

The Nutrition information on menu labels make it possible for people to make informed food choices that account for their individual needs.  

Last reviewed:  September 5, 2024