Directive 2011/91/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council on indications or marks identifying the lot to which a foodstuff belongs.

Country/Territory: European Union
Document type: Legislation
Date: 2011
Source: FAO, FAOLEX
Original source: Official Journal of the European Union L 334, 16 December 2011, pp. 1-5.

Subject: Food & nutrition
Keyword: Packaging/labelling Internal trade
Geographical area: European Union Countries

Abstract: This Directive concerns the indication which allows identification of the lot to which a foodstuff belongs. Foodstuffs may be marketed only as long as they are accompanied by such indications, according to the prescriptions set out in these provisions. Article 2 lays down exceptions referring to agricultural products.
Full text: English
Website: europa.eu

References - Legislation

Repeals

Council Directive 89/396/EEC on indications or marks identifying the lot to which a foodstuff belongs.

Legislation | European Union | 1989

Keyword: Food quality control/food safety, Packaging/labelling

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Implemented by

Food Act (1999)

Legislation | Estonia | 1999 (2021)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Food quality control/food safety, Institution, Hygiene/sanitary procedures, Processing/handling, Packaging/labelling, Inspection, International trade, Business/industry/corporations, Internal trade, Royalties/fees, Research, Monitoring, Liability/compensation, School feeding, Breastfeeding/infant food, Nutrition

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Act on foodstuffs and tobacco products.

Legislation | Czechia | 1997 (2021)

Keyword: Food quality control/food safety, Internal trade, Packaging/labelling, Processing/handling, Transport/storage, Offences/penalties, International trade, Inspection

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Order No. 1312 on labelling of food products.

Legislation | Denmark | 2014

Keyword: Packaging/labelling, Food additives, Beverages, Fruits/edible nuts, Radiation, Sugar, International trade, Coffee/cocoa/tea, Vegetables/legumes, Consumer protection, Fish products, Food quality control/food safety

Source: FAO, FAOLEX