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What are the mandatory information that must be labelled on my prepacked food?


Updated by SFA

The following mandatory information must be provided in English on the label of a prepacked food:

a) common name or description of food;
b) complete statement of ingredients (in descending order of proportion by ingoing weight at the time of manufacture);
c) volume or net weight;
d) name and address of:
(i) local manufacturer, packer or vendor (for locally manufactured food); or
(ii) local importer, distributor or agent (for imported food).
e) country of origin for imported food. With effect from 30 January 2026, country of origin is also required for locally manufactured food
f) lot identification number (with effect from 30 January 2026)
g) directions for use or handling of food if incorrect use would render the food unsafe or unsuitable (with effect from 30 January 2026)

More information can be found in the Guide to Food Labelling and Advertisements.

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