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Current labelling regulations in Europe

The current rules specify the nutrients that can be included . The information has to be presented per 100g / ml , but could also be provided per portion .

Format 1 : ‘ Big 4 ’
Energy
( kJ and kcal )
Protein
( g )
Carbohydrate
( g )
Fat
( g )
Format 2 : ‘ Big 4 and Little 4 ’
Energy
( kJ and kcal )
Protein
( g )
Carbohydrate
( g )
of which sugars
( g )
Fat
( g )
of which saturates
( g )
Fibre
( g )
Sodium
( g )

Further information can be added to labels such as the amounts of polyunsaturates / monounsaturates , starch , cholesterol , vitamins or minerals .