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Food Labeling Standard (MFDS Notice No. 2026-37)

Local Title
식품등의 표시기준
Country/Region
South Korea
Competent Authority
Ministry of Food and Drug Safety
Type
Standard
Status
To be enforced
Release Date
2026-05-12
Implementation Date
2028-01-01

This standard aims to provide necessary labeling standards for food and food additives in South Korea, in order to provide consumers with accurate information and to ensure fair trade practices.

Contents

Chapter 1 General Provisions

Chapter 2 Common Labeling Standards

Chapter 3 Individual Labeling Standards for Different Food Categories

Appendices

Key updates can be found in ChemLinked News. The regulation is scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2028, except for the change of additive name from "Maltitol syrup" to "Maltitol liquid" in the Appendix 5 Food Additives That Must Be Labeled with Their Full Name or an Abbreviated Name.

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