Advantages Of Compulsory Labelling

Question 1

Prescribed name of the product

Answer 1

Enables quick and easy recognition

Question 2

Identification of packaging premises and job lot

Answer 2

Identifies products in case of food recall

Question 3

Name and address of the supplier

Answer 3

Allows easy communication between the consumer and the supplier

Question 4

Advisory statements, warning statements and declarations (2)

Answer 4

• enables consumers to avoid foods likely to harm them

* consumers informed of possible harmful ingredients

Question 5

List of ingredients (3)

Answer 5

• assists in identifying specific ingredients
• enable to identify any harmful ingredients
• enables a comparison between other products

Question 6

Date marking

Answer 6

Consumers able to eat food while in best condition

Question 7

Percentage labelling, characterising ingredient (2)

Answer 7

• able to compare products

* more informed about product

Question 8

Nutrition information panel

Answer 8

Consumers make informed choice

Question 9

Directions for use and storage

Answer 9

Protects consumer health

Question 10

Country of origin

Answer 10

Consumer able to identify the source of the product

Question 11

Weight and measurement contents (2)

Answer 11

• guarantees quantity

* compare with other products