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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.