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Guideline for Sodium and Sugar Reduction Labeling
Local Title:
나트륨·당류 저감 표시기준 가이드라인
Country/Region:
South Korea
Competent Authority:
Ministry of Food and Drug Safety
Type:
Guideline
Status:
In force
Release Date:
2025-12-09
Implementation Date:
2025-12
Applicable Scope:
Bakery food; Beverage; Candy products; Milk & milk products; Ready-to-Eat/Convenience Foods; Meal kit/ Home Meal Replacement (HMR)
Document
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Official Guideline for Sodium and Sugar Reduction Labeling
Guideline for Sodium and Sugar Reduction Labeling
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Summary

The guideline is designed to provide easy-to-understand explanations regarding the correct labeling of sodium and sugar reduction for civil petitioners. It aims to assist enterprises in compliance with the relevant standards. This document serves as a reference for businesses conducting nutrient reduction labeling.

Content

  • Scope of Application of the Reduction Labeling Standards

  • Step-by-Step Labeling Methods under the Reduction Labeling Standards

  • Reduction Label Design

  • Key Q&A / Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

History
2025-12-09
Guideline for Sodium and Sugar Reduction Labeling
In force
Release Date: 2025-12-09
Implementation Date : 2025-12
2022-06-27
Invalid
Release Date: 2022-06-27
Implementation Date : 2022-06-27
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