Labelling Control
It is a mandatory requirement all entrants to the Food Production Unit understand and abide by all of FERA LTD Policies & Procedures.
|
|
Document Reference Number | 3.7 |
Document Sub-Sections |
|
Issue Number | 1.0 |
Issue Date: | 05/01/2024 |
Last Reviewed Date | 05/01/2024 |
Reviewed by | Board of Directors |
Next Review Date | Annualised 05/01/2025 (Earlier if any significant changes made or required). |
Responsible Officer(s) | Board of Directors |
Distribution |
|
Storage | Stored on the intranet. |
Document Control | Uncontrolled Copy Unless Printed on Yellow Signed Paper or accessed on intranet. |
Amendments with date of amendment. | Nil |
Document Notes | Nil |
Intranet Link | |
Authorised by | Adeel Iqbal |
3.7.1a LABELLING CONTROL POLICY AND PROCEDURE
The main labelling requirements are covered by the Food Information to Consumers Regulation EU No. 1169/2011. However we regularly monitor the FSA for updates and keep abreast of other legislation affecting labelling.
Labelling is one of the most regulated areas in the food & drink industry. Regulations ensure that label descriptions match the product and make provisions for the presentation of nutrition information, product claims, descriptions, ingredients listings, quantities, allergens, customer storage instruction and shelf‐life. As a food producer, you are required to comply with all of the relevant regulations and this Requirement is aimed at ensuring you can demonstrate this with confidence.
3.7.1b LABEL CHECKLIST AND INFORMATION
Product Name | |
Secondary Name / Descriptor | |
Brand | |
Ingredients | ALLERGENS in CAPITAL LETTERS |
Allergen Information | Processed in a factory handling peanuts, sesame, tree nuts, milk, gluten and soya. |
Country of Origin | |
Product Warnings | |
Storage Information | |
Net Weight | Minimum weight system in operation. (Each pack weighed to ensure at least stated quantity is present) |
Suitable For | Halal (uncertified) Vegetarian (uncertified) |
Barcode | |
Best Before Declaration | Determined by using the least remaining shelf life of any sub-ingredient and where required lab data. |
Traceability / Lot Code Format |
|
Recycling Information | Recyclable & Recycle Instructions |
Preparation and Use Instructions | |
Country of Packing | United Kingdom |
Consumer Care & Manufacturer Address | FERA LTD. Heybridge Way, London, E10 7NQ. |
Product Returns Address & Complaints | FERA LTD. Heybridge Way, London, E10 7NQ. |
ABV % | 0.00% |
Product Claims | Nil |
Artwork | |
Field of Vision & Font Size | Ensure name of the food & Quantity in the same field of vision? Ensure font size for mandatory information is at or above the minimum required.
|
Accuracy & Provenance |
|
Information Consistency | Ensure information on labels, website, brochures, internal, marketing materials and external communications are consistent |
3.7.2a LABEL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PARTICULARS
Nutritional values are calculated using food software and verified by sending products to UKAS accredited labs for analysis.
Nutritional Information | Per 100g |
Energy kcal | |
Energy kJ | |
Fat | |
Fat (of which saturates) | |
Carbohydrates | |
Carbohydrates (of which sugars) | |
Fibre | |
Protein | |
Salt |
3.7.3a LABELLING PROCEDURE
LABELLING CONTROL PROCEDURE | |
PRODUCT PARTICULARS | •Identify product, ensure specifications are drawn out and raw material and final product match •Ensure all information about the product is known and verified / verifiable. •Ensure all relevant documentation is inspected and retained |
↓ | |
LABEL CONTENT GENERATION | •Write out label content as per label checklist •Food Safety Team to review content and check against the 'label checklist' •Ensure all information is present and complies with relevant legislation •Check for updates on governmental website |
↓ | |
ARTWORK GENERATION | •Pass information onto design team •All information to be used as per specifications •Design to be checked by label team against 'label checklist' •Final design to be approved |
↓ | |
PRINTER PROOFS | •Printer to send file to our team to review final design prior to print •Printer specifications to ensure all text clear legible post printing |
↓ | |
PRINT REVIEW | •Printed sample labels to arrive •Check against order specifications and legal requirements •Ensure dynamic fields such as batch codes and expiry dates can be printed onto material •Approve for usage or reject and restart process. |
↓ | |
LABEL MANUFACTURE | If all approved - proceed to label manufacturing. |
3.7.3b LABEL CHECKS FOR EACH PRODUCT
Product Name | Label Checked | Label on final packaging Checked By | Date | All Items Correct and Label Approved? | Any Errors or Corrections Required | If, yes, by When and Responsible Officer |
Luxury Chocolate Walnuts | Yes | A Iqbal | 10/10/2023 (Annualised review or earlier if changes in specifications) | YES | No | NA |
Luxury Chocolate Pistachio | Yes | A Iqbal | 10/10/2023 (Annualised review or earlier if changes in specifications) | YES | No | NA |
Half Coated Nut Filled Dates | Yes | A Iqbal | 10/10/2023 (Annualised review or earlier if changes in specifications) | YES | No | NA |
Nuts Selection Box | Yes | A Iqbal | 10/10/2023 (Annualised review or earlier if changes in specifications) | YES | No | NA |