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Food labeling checklist

Systematically verify FDA compliance for food labels with this comprehensive checklist covering all required elements, preventing costly recalls and violations.

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Food labeling checklist

Systematically verify FDA compliance for food labels with this comprehensive checklist covering all required elements, preventing costly recalls and violations.

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The food labeling checklist provides a comprehensive framework to ensure your food products comply with FDA labeling regulations. This digital checklist walks you through all required elements—from ingredient lists and allergen declarations to nutrition facts formatting and placement requirements.

According to research, undeclared allergens remain one of the top causes of food recalls, with approximately 60% of packaged products regulated by the FDA having complete nutrition labeling. With this template, you can systematically verify each required element, document compliance efforts, and maintain consistent labeling processes across product lines—preventing costly recalls and regulatory penalties while building consumer trust.

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Author Name Inioluwa Ademuwagun
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Entity
Ingredient List
Are all ingredients listed in order of predominance?
Are any prohibited or restricted ingredients used?
Are all ingredients clearly identified?
Expiry Date
Is the expiry date clearly visible?
Is the expiry date accurate?
Nutritional Information
Are all required nutritional values provided?
Are the nutritional values accurate?
Allergen Declaration
Are all allergens present in the product clearly declared?
Is the allergen declaration easy to read and understand?
Regulatory Compliance
Does the label comply with all applicable food labeling regulations?

Frequently asked questions

What information should be included in a food labeling checklist?

A comprehensive food labeling checklist should include verification points for all FDA-required elements: product name, manufacturer information, net quantity, ingredient list in descending order by weight, allergen declarations, nutrition facts panel with proper formatting, and any claims validation. It should also address serving size accuracy and information panel placement requirements.

What are the most common food labeling violations I can prevent with this checklist?

The most common violations include undeclared allergens, incorrect serving sizes, misleading claims, and improper nutrition facts formatting. This checklist helps prevent these issues by providing specific verification points for allergen cross-checking, serving size validation against Reference Amounts Customarily Consumed, and claim substantiation requirements.

What are the most common food labeling violations I can prevent with this template?

The most common violations include undeclared allergens, incorrect serving sizes, misleading claims, and improper nutrition facts formatting. This checklist helps prevent these issues by providing specific verification points for allergen cross-checking, serving size validation against Reference Amounts Customarily Consumed, and claim substantiation requirements.

Author
Inioluwa Ademuwagun
Inioluwa is a freelance content writer with a passion for words and everything marketing. She has worked closely with B2B SaaS and e-commerce brands creating product-led content. She loves to read fiction and would describe herself as an introverted nerd who desires to travel around the world. She currently doing that with her words till she can with her eyes
This template, developed by Lumiform employees, serves as a starting point for businesses using the Lumiform platform and is intended as a hypothetical example only. It does not replace professional advice. Companies should consult qualified professionals to assess the suitability and legality of using this template in their specific workplace or jurisdiction. Lumiform is not liable for any errors or omissions in this template or for any actions taken based on its content.