Food products in general (ICS code(s): 67.040)

UAE Technical Regulations for Requirements for The Nutri-Mark on Front of Pack Labeling; (30 page(s), in Arabic)

This regulation specifies the general principles and specific requirements for placing front-of-pack (FOP) nutrition labelling on food and beverage products listed in Annex (5) of the regulation, which are presented in their final form to the consumer and printed or affixed on the main display panel or an alternative main display panel.

The following categories of food and beverage products are exempt from applying the Nutri-Mark nutrition label:

·        Foods, as defined in clause (5.3) of the regulation, that contain minimal amounts of energy or nutrients and can be considered negligible, such as spices and flavorings.

·        Fresh vegetables and fruits (whole or cut) to which no ingredients or preservatives have been added.

·        Fresh or chilled meat, poultry, and fish that are unseasoned or uncooked.

·        Foods served directly to consumers from preparation sites (except baked goods and pastries).

·        Foods composed of a single ingredient such as rice, tea, coffee, or sugar.

·        Food additives.

·        Foods intended for manufacturing or packaging purposes and not for direct sale.

·        Foods presented in small external packages (area less than 25 cm²).

·        Bottled water and mineral water.

·        Self-service packages if accompanied by a nutrition label on a display board or the original container.

·        Foods and beverages for athletes.

·        Infant foods intended for children aged 0 to 3 years.

·        Infant formula and follow-up formula.

·        Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods.

·        Foods for special medical purposes.

·        Total meal replacements and meal substitutes.

·        Dietary supplements.