Chap : Clean Labeling

Question 1

What is clean labeling

Answer 1

a consumer-driven initiative that encourages food developers to create products with
- easy-to-understand labels
- listing natural ingredients
- minimal artificial additives

Question 2

5 (required) components of food label

Answer 2

1. Statement of identity
2. Net weight of the product (household units)
3. Manufacturer’s address
4. Nutrition facts
5. Ingredients list with allergen health claims

Question 3

Following concepts for “clean label”

Answer 3

1. Natural Ingredients
2. Simplicity
3. Transparency
4. Minimal Processing

Question 4

“Natural” Claim

Answer 4

Products containing no artificial ingredients or added color and is only minimally processed

Question 5

Major: Between “natural” vs “clean label”

Answer 5

mainly on food coloring

Question 6

“Organic” Claim

Answer 6

way of production must meet strict standards of the National Organic Program (NOP)

Question 7

Challenges to the progress of clean labeling

Answer 7

• functionality of natural ingredients
• change on sensory attributes
• costs and regulations

Question 8

Factors indirectly driving intake of clean label ingredients

Answer 8

• consumer preference
• health issues
• awareness regarding adverse effects of artificial and processed food products
• social media campaigns