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Educational posts on FDA 21 CFR 101.9, FALCPA, menu labeling, and the operational realities of running a food business.

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New Nutrition Facts Label: FDA Changes for 2026–2028

Track FDA nutrition label changes through 2028, including the new Nutrition Facts label status, healthy claim deadline and proposed front-of-package rules.

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Small Package Nutrition Label: FDA Format Rules

Small package nutrition label rules explained, including the 12 and 40 square inch thresholds, tabular and linear formats, type sizes and exemptions.

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Nutrient Content Claims: FDA Rules and Examples

Nutrient content claims explained under FDA rules, including low, free, high, reduced and relative claims, RACC thresholds and required disclosures.

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Small Business Nutrition Labeling Exemption Guide

Learn how the small business nutrition labeling exemption works, including FDA thresholds, filing rules, product limits, claims and labeling duties.

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Dual Column Nutrition Label Requirements Explained

Learn when a dual column nutrition label is required, how the 200% to 300% RACC rule works, exemptions, claims and package-size thresholds.

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Principal Display Panel: FDA Size and Measurement Rules

Learn how to calculate principal display panel size under 21 CFR 101.1 for cartons, cans, bottles and other food packages, and why PDP area matters.

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Nutrition Label Font Size: FDA Requirements Explained

Learn FDA nutrition label font size requirements, including minimum type sizes, leading, small-package formats and how to check final artwork.

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Net Quantity of Contents: FDA Labeling Requirements

Learn net quantity of contents rules under 21 CFR 101.7, including placement, units, type size, clear space, weight declarations and package accuracy.

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Ingredient List Order: FDA Rules Under 21 CFR 101.4

Learn FDA ingredient list order rules, including weight order, sub-ingredients, the 2 percent rule, collective names, processing aids and allergens.

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FDA Labeling Compliance Date: What Changes in 2028

The FDA labeling compliance date in 2028 means two dates: January 1 for qualifying labeling rules and February 25 for the updated healthy claim.

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Food Label Changes 2027: What Actually Takes Effect

Food label changes 2027 explained: Red 3, the Texas warning, Nutrition Facts rules, proposed front-of-package labels and the 2028 deadlines.

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Serving Size in Grams: How to Convert It Correctly

Learn how to calculate serving size in grams for FDA Nutrition Facts labels using household measures, product weight, RACC values and rounding rules.

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How to Calculate Serving Size for Nutrition Labels

Learn how to calculate serving size using FDA RACC tables, household measures, package rules and rounding requirements for Nutrition Facts labels.

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Serving Size vs Portion Size: What Is the Difference?

Serving size vs portion size explained. Learn how FDA serving sizes use RACC values, why portions differ, and how package size affects Nutrition Facts.

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FDA Food Labeling Guide: How to Use It in Practice

Use the FDA Food Labeling Guide correctly. Learn what is binding, which 21 CFR sections control food labels, and where the 2013 guide is outdated.

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How Much Sodium Is High on a Nutrition Label?

How much sodium is high? Learn why 20% DV, or 460 mg per serving, is considered high, and how FDA sodium claim thresholds differ.

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Sodium Nutrition Label: FDA Requirements and Claims

Sodium nutrition label requirements under 21 CFR 101, including declaration, rounding, %DV, low sodium claims, testing and FDA compliance rules.

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FDA Sodium Targets by Food Category Explained

Learn how FDA sodium targets work by food category, including Phase I, the Phase II draft, upper bounds, target means and product comparisons.

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Daily Value of Protein: Why Protein %DV Is Optional

Learn the daily value of protein, when protein %DV is required, how PDCAAS changes the percentage, and why many Nutrition Facts labels leave it blank.

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Daily Value of Fiber: FDA Labeling Guide

The daily value of fiber is 28 g. Learn FDA dietary fiber rules, qualifying added fibers, rounding, %DV, claims and declaration requirements.

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Sodium Daily Value: 2,300 mg, %DV and Rounding Rules

Learn the sodium daily value, how sodium %DV is calculated, FDA rounding rules, salt labeling and why sodium claims use separate thresholds.

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Daily Value vs RDA vs RDI: What Each Term Means

Daily Value vs RDA explained: learn how FDA Daily Values, RDIs and DRVs work on Nutrition Facts labels and why an RDA is not a labeling value.

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5 20 Rule: What 5% and 20% Daily Value Mean

Learn the 5 20 rule for Nutrition Facts labels, what 5% and 20% Daily Value mean, and why FDA claim thresholds use different rules.

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Is Honey Added Sugar? FDA Labeling Rules Explained

Is honey added sugar? Learn why FDA counts honey as added sugar, what pure honey labels must show, the 2019 guidance and small-business exemptions.

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Total Sugars vs Added Sugars: FDA Label Differences

Learn total sugars vs added sugars on Nutrition Facts labels, including FDA definitions, %DV rules, formatting, rounding and reformulation effects.

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Added Sugars Labeling Requirements: FDA Rules

Added sugars labeling requirements explained, including what counts as added sugar, the Includes line, rounding, exemptions and FDA records.

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Added Sugars Daily Value: 50 g in 2026 Explained

The added sugars Daily Value is 50 g for adults and children 4+. Learn how FDA calculates %DV, rounds added sugars and formats the label row.

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Foods That Qualify as Healthy Under FDA Rules

See which foods qualify as healthy under FDA rules, including nuts, eggs, salmon, fruits, vegetables, water, tea and coffee, and when testing applies.

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Saturated Fat Label: Proposed FDA Front-of-Pack Rule

Learn how the proposed FDA saturated fat label would classify foods as Low, Med or High, including %DV thresholds, claims and reformulation effects.

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Front of Package Added Sugar Label: FDA Proposal

Learn how the proposed front of package added sugar label would classify foods as Low, Med or High, including gram limits, rounding and FDA status.

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Front of Package Sodium Label: FDA Proposed Rules

Learn how the proposed front of package sodium label would classify foods as Low, Med or High, including sodium limits, serving sizes and current FDA status.

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Food Label Compliance: FDA Guide for Manufacturers

Food label compliance guide for US manufacturers covering nutrient values, FDA tolerances, records, inspections, exemptions and label changes.

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Reference Amounts Customarily Consumed: FDA RACC Guide

Learn how reference amounts customarily consumed (RACC) set FDA serving sizes, package thresholds, dual-column labels and nutrient claim criteria.

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How to Calculate Percent Daily Value on Nutrition Labels

Learn how to calculate percent Daily Value (%DV), choose the correct Daily Value, and apply FDA rounding rules for nutrients on Nutrition Facts labels.

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FDA Healthy Claim Added Sugar Limit by Food Category

Learn the FDA healthy claim added sugar limit by food category, which sugars count, how the 1 g limit works, and what records manufacturers need.

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Healthy Claim Saturated Fat Limits Under FDA Rules

Learn the FDA healthy claim saturated fat limits, including 1 g and 2 g thresholds, inherent fat exclusions, oil tests, and reformulation rules.

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Healthy Claim Sodium Limit: FDA 230 mg Criteria

The healthy claim sodium limit is 230 mg for individual foods. Learn the FDA criteria, per-50 g rule, category limits and reformulation options.

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Healthy Claim Food Groups: FDA Criteria by Category

Healthy claim food groups explained with FDA criteria for food group equivalents, added sugars, sodium and saturated fat by product category.

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Healthy Food Label: Can Your Product Use "Healthy"?

Check healthy food label eligibility under FDA rules using six steps for food groups, added sugars, sodium, saturated fat and required records.

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Daily Value Chart: Complete FDA Values by Age Group

Complete FDA daily value chart from 21 CFR 101.9, including DRVs, vitamin and mineral RDIs, age groups, units, conversions and %DV rounding.

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Front of Package Labeling: FDA Proposed Requirements

Front of package labeling requirements explained for FDA's proposed Nutrition Info box, including scope, exemptions, package sizes and claims.

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FDA Sodium Reduction Targets: 2026 Complete Guide

FDA sodium reduction targets explained, including Phase I, draft Phase II, voluntary category targets, sodium claims, rounding rules and reformulation.

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FDA Serving Size Requirements for Nutrition Labels

Learn FDA serving size requirements, including RACCs, household measures, package-size rules, dual-column labels, rounding and serving calculations.

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Added Sugars on Nutrition Label: FDA Requirements

Added sugars on nutrition label explained, including what counts, the 50 g Daily Value, rounding, exemptions, records and FDA requirements.

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FDA Front of Package Nutrition Labeling: 2026 Guide

FDA front of package nutrition labeling is still proposed. Learn what the Nutrition Info box would show, who it would cover, and the proposed timeline.

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FDA Healthy Claim Requirements: 2024 Final Rule

FDA healthy claim requirements explained, including the 2024 final rule, new healthy definition, food group criteria, nutrient limits and 2028 deadline.

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Nutrition Facts Daily Values: Complete FDA Guide

Learn Nutrition Facts Daily Values, including FDA reference amounts, DRVs and RDIs, %DV calculations, rounding rules and values for each population.

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FDA Nutrition Label Requirements: 21 CFR 101.9 Guide

FDA nutrition label requirements explained, including mandatory nutrients, serving sizes, formats, exemptions, records and compliance rules.

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AB 660: California Food Date Label Rules for 2026

AB 660 explained for California food date labels, including BEST if Used by, USE by, banned Sell by dates, exemptions and compliance steps.

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FDA Labeling Requirements: 2026 Food Label Checklist

FDA labeling requirements for packaged foods in 2026. Check Nutrition Facts, ingredients, allergens, claims, serving sizes and required package details.

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Canada Front of Package Labelling: 2026 Requirements

Canada front of package labelling rules are now in effect. Check 2026 thresholds, exemptions, symbol format rules and what food makers need to do.

6 min read Pre-packed sandwiches and pastries on display at a food-to-go counter Rules and Guidelines

Natasha's Law: PPDS Label Requirements for 2026

Natasha's Law requires PPDS foods to show the food name, full ingredient list and 14 allergens. Learn the UK PPDS labelling requirements for 2026.

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How to Create a Nutrition Label: 5 FDA Labeling Steps

Learn how to create a nutrition label in five steps, from recipe data and FDA serving sizes to rounding, formatting and a finished Nutrition Facts panel.

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EU 1169/2011: Food Labelling Regulation Guide

EU 1169/2011 explained for food makers, including nutrition declarations, allergens, mandatory particulars, label sizes and key FDA differences.

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Nutri-Score 2024: How the Updated Algorithm Works

Learn how Nutri-Score works under the 2024 algorithm, including A-to-E grades, scoring changes, beverage rules, required data and legal status.

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Canada Nutrition Facts Table: CFIA Bilingual Guide

Learn Canada Nutrition Facts table rules, bilingual English-French labeling, CFIA requirements, serving sizes and the 2026 front-of-package symbol.

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NOM 051: Mexico Warning Labels and Octagon Rules

NOM 051 explained for food labels in Mexico, including EXCESO warning octagons, nutrient thresholds, precautionary legends and labeling requirements.

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ALTO EN Labels: Chile Food Labeling Law Guide

Learn Chile ALTO EN warning label rules under Ley 20.606, including calories, sugar, saturated fat and sodium thresholds, exemptions and restrictions.

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Indian Nutrition Rating: FSSAI Front-of-Pack Stars

Learn how the Indian Nutrition Rating works, how FSSAI calculates its 0.5 to 5 stars, how it differs from HSR, and its current status in India.

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RDC 429: Brazil ANVISA Nutrition Labeling Rules

RDC 429 sets Brazil's ANVISA nutrition labeling rules. Learn the magnifier warnings, IN 75/2020 thresholds, nutrition table changes and exemptions.

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GB 28050: China Nutrition Labeling Requirements

GB 28050 sets China nutrition labeling rules for prepackaged foods. Learn the 1+4 panel, NRV%, Chinese-language rules and GB 28050-2025 changes.

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GSO 2233: GCC Nutrition Labeling Requirements

GSO 2233 sets GCC nutrition labeling requirements. Learn Arabic language rules, mandatory nutrients, per-100 g declarations and country-level additions.

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Codex STAN 1-1985: International Food Label Guide

Codex STAN 1-1985 and Codex food labelling explained, including nutrition declarations, NRVs, national adoption and international labeling rules.

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Supplement Facts vs Nutrition Facts: Key Differences

Compare Supplement Facts vs Nutrition Facts, including which label your product needs, required nutrients, zero-omission rules, botanicals and Daily Values.

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Cost Per Serving Calculator for Food Businesses

Use a cost per serving calculator to price food accurately. Include ingredients, packaging, labor, overhead, waste and process yield in your costs.

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UPC vs EAN: UPC-A, EAN-13 and Code 128 Guide

Compare UPC vs EAN barcodes, UPC-A vs EAN-13 and Code 128 vs UPC. Learn which barcode to use, GTIN basics and print requirements.

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FDA Rounding Rules for Nutrition Labels: 21 CFR 101

FDA rounding rules for Nutrition Facts labels explained with nutrient-by-nutrient increments, %DV rounding, serving rules and worked examples.

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FALCPA and FASTER Act: Food Allergen Labeling Guide

Learn FALCPA allergen labeling rules, the nine major food allergens, FASTER Act sesame requirements, Contains statements, oils and common mistakes.

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