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Food labelling

Learn how to read and interpret food labels. Food labels help you make informed choices about the products you purchase by providing nutritional or consumer safety information.

Food labelling requirements

Understanding food labels – a simple guide to help you understand and interpret food labels

Detailed information about what should be on a food label

Related links

Food additives – what they do and the additives allowed in New Zealand

Nutrient levels in food – FAQs

Country of origin labelling – why it is voluntary in New Zealand

Genetically modified foods – labelling and safety

Advertising on food packages – what’s allowed and how it is enforced

NZFSA internet-based Food labelling guide for industry

Food Standards Australia New Zealand - sets food standards for both countries [FSANZ]