Dominican Republic: Dominican Republic Proposes Regulation for Front of Pack Nutritional Warning Labeling for Prepackaged Foods

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Dominican Republic: Dominican Republic Proposes Regulation for Front of Pack Nutritional Warning Labeling for Prepackaged Foods
On December 3, 2024, the Ministry of Public Health and Social Assistance (MISPAS) of the Dominican Republic published a draft regulation for a Front of Pack Nutritional Warning Labeling (EFAN) for prepackaged foods. Modeled after similar systems in Latin America, the EFAN will require labels with warning messages such as "EXCESS" for nutrients like sodium, sugars, and fats, and "CONTAINS" for sweeteners. The regulation outlines specific criteria for determining "excessive" levels of these ingredients and prescribes label sizes based on packaging dimensions. The regulation provides an 18-month implementation period, with an additional 6 months for the use of complementary labels.
Exporting, Regulations & Requirements
Western Hemisphere, Dominican Republic

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