New food labeling law. (Nutrition Labeling and Education Act of 1990) (Brief Article)

From: Frozen Food Digest | Date: July 1, 1994 | Copyright information

On May 8, 1994, a new mandatory nutrition labeling program went into effect for most processed products (including vegetables) sold at retail. The Nutrition Labeling and Education Act of 1990 (NLEA), administered by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), will require most food processing firms to conform to new food labeling regulations.

A listing of fourteen nutrients and food components must be provided to consumers, with disclosure of several other nutrients (such as thi...

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