Standard 1.2.1 - Requirement to have labels or otherwise provide information — Food Safety Glossary

The Food Standards Code standard that sets out when packaged food must carry a label and when information may instead be provided in another way.

Frequently asked questions

Does all food sold in Australia need a label?

No. Standard 1.2.1 requires a label for most packaged food but allows information for unpackaged food, or food packaged in front of the customer, to be provided by display or on request.

What information does Standard 1.2.1 itself require?

It sets the framework for when and how information is provided; the specific content, such as ingredient lists and date marks, is set by the other Part 1.2 standards.

Do allergens still need to be declared for unpackaged food?

Yes. Allergen information must be available even for food that does not require a full label, whether by display or on request.

Is food made and packaged on the premises exempt from labelling?

It may be exempt from carrying a full label, but mandatory information such as allergen declarations must still be provided to the customer.

Where do the detailed labelling rules live?

In the Part 1.2 standards of the Food Standards Code, including date marking, ingredient labelling and nutrition information requirements.

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