Collegiate Board Resolution - RDC No. 727 of 2022-07-01 - Provides for the Labeling of Packaged Foods

The regulation establishes the general principles and specific requirements for the labeling of packaged foods in Brazil. It stipulates the mandatory information to be declared on labels, including the sales denomination, ingredient list, allergen warnings, lactose warnings, updates on new formulas, nutritional labeling, net content, origin identification, lot identification, expiration date, and instructions for conservation, preparation, and use.

Contents

Chapter I Preliminary Provisions

Chapter II General Principles for the Labeling of Packaged Foods

Chapter III Mandatory Information on the Labeling of Packaged Foods

Chapter IV Optional Information on the Labeling of Packaged Foods

Chapter V Final Provisions

Annex I List of Foods Exempt from the Mandatory Declaration of the Expiration Date

Annex II List of Generic Names of Ingredient Classes Authorized for Declaration in the Ingredient List

Annex III List of Main Foods that Cause Food Allergies

Annex IV Preparation, Use, and Conservation Instructions for Raw Pork and Poultry Meat Products