Labeling:

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for assuring that foods sold in the United States are safe, wholesome and properly labeled. This applies to foods produced domestically, as well as foods from foreign countries. The Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) and the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act are the Federal laws governing food products under FDA's jurisdiction.

The Nutrition Labeling and Education Act (NLEA). which amended the FD&C Act requires most foods to bear nutrition labeling and requires food labels that bear nutrient content claims and certain health messages to comply with specific requirements. The Food Allergy Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA) requires labeling of the eight major food allergens.

General Food Labeling Requirements:

* Name of Food
* Net Quantity of Contents
* Ingredient List
* Nutrition Labeling
* Name and place of Manufacturer, Packer, or Distributor