Consumer food Safety and standards

Food labelling and allergens: consumer

Legislation requires that businesses label foods accurately to provide the consumer with the right information to make an informed choice. The Food Standards Agency website gives detailed information on specific labelling requirements, including:

• Best Before and Use By dates
  
• Food Allergen information
  
• Food Additives 
  

For further information on food labelling requirements read our guidance for businesses and visit the business guidance section of the Food Standards Agency website.