Labelling
European regulations governing the provision of food information to consumers can often be complex and difficult to interpret, especially since each country has its own specific labelling requirements and reference legislation that must be complied with.
Product labelling goes beyond simply describing a product’s characteristics. It helps identify the brand, guarantee quality, and build trust and engagement with consumers.
For this reason, TentaConsult Italia provides technical support to guide companies through every stage of the process. This includes origin, composition, production conditions, and supply chain traceability. It also covers recyclability and all other aspects governed by labelling regulations. Support is further enhanced through IT solutions designed to simplify regulatory compliance.
Reference legislation for labeling
Label management requires compliance with European and international regulations governing the information provided to consumers, commercial communication, and product compliance in target markets.
Companies operating in the food sector must deal with a complex regulatory framework, subject to continuous updates and specific requirements depending on the product category and the country of commercialization.
TentaConsult Italia supports companies in the interpretation and application of mandatory regulations related to food labeling and regulated products.
Main regulatory references
- Regulation (EU) No. 1169/2011 on the provision of food information to consumers;
- Regulation (EC) No. 1924/2006 on nutrition and health claims;
- Regulation (EU) No. 2018/775 on the indication of the country of origin or place of provenance of the primary ingredient;
- Regulation (EU) No. 609/2013 on food intended for specific groups;
applicable regulations for wine, spirits, pet food, cosmetics, medical devices, and chemical products; - specific regulatory requirements for EU and non-EU markets.
Label verification and validation activities must also take into account aspects related to:
- nutrition and health claims;
- allergens;
- origin and provenance;
- technical translations;
- linguistic compliance;
- product documentation requirements;
- export market regulations.
Regulatory compliance and strategic value
European legislation governing the provision of food information to consumers requires particular attention in the management of label information.
Companies must comply with European regulations, national legislation, and specific requirements of different target markets, both within and outside the EU. Errors, omissions, or non-compliant information may lead to commercial issues, disputes, or restrictions on product distribution.
Moreover, labels are not only an informational tool: they also help identify the product, enhance brand value, and convey reliability to consumers.
For this reason, it is essential to adopt a technical and structured approach to label management and product documentation.
Label and Product Technical Datasheet support
TentaConsult Italia provides specialist support for managing the regulatory and technical aspects related to labeling and product documentation.
- Design and drafting of labels in compliance with applicable EU and non-EU regulations (food products, foods for specific nutritional uses and health products, wine and spirits, pet food, chemical products, medical devices, and cosmetic products);
- Validation of existing labels and compliance verification for target markets (EU/non-EU);
- Legal validation of label compliance with mandatory regulations in the target market;
- Translation of labels into the language of the destination country in compliance with local regulations;
- Preparation and/or translation of product technical datasheets;
- Nutrition claims.
As part of the Tentamus Group, TentaConsult Italia can also support companies through laboratory analytical activities aimed at verifying the compliance of label information, including nutritional aspects, claims, contaminants, allergens, ingredients, and product requirements established by applicable regulations.
This integrated approach makes it possible to combine regulatory, technical, and analytical expertise within a single operational support service.
