FDA to require ‘added sugar’ statement on new nutrition facts label
The Food and Drug Administration says the “refreshed design and relevant information” contained in the label “will help consumers make healthy food choices”
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said the new nutrition facts label for packaged foods sold in the United States “will help people make informed decisions about the foods they eat and feed their families.” Key updates to the new Nutrition Facts label, which were announced today, include:
Most food manufacturers will be required to use the new label by July 26, 2018. Manufacturers with less than $10 million in annual food sales will have an additional year to comply with the new rules. The FDA plans to conduct outreach and education efforts on the new requirements.