French retailers unveil alternative nutrition label
Five aside – here’s four
With four colours – green, blue, amber and purple – the FCD says its SENS label is more inclusive and easier to understand. SENS is an acronym for simplified nutrition labelling system.
Green-labelled foods can be eaten 'often', blue 'from time to time', amber 'in moderation' and purple 'occasionally, or in small quantities'. There is no red label.
The FCD says it worked with scientific committees, professional groups and industry players for one year to develop the label that is based on EU nutritional values.
“Open to all, the algorithm [used to calculate the colour] can enhance the nutritional interest of each food category while maintaining a cross-sectional approach as it is applicable to the different food categories.”
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Food Labelling Services comments:
In the UK, the front of pack (FOP) information remains voluntary, but if provided it must meet the requirements set out in the Food Information Regulations. Food labelling Services can help ensure that your FOP nutritional labelling is compliant. See our nutritonal page HERE