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Regulation (2005:9) on the use of a particular symbol (Keyhole).

Country/Territory
Sweden
Document type
Regulation
Date
2005
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Food & nutrition
Keyword
Food quality control/food safety Packaging/labelling Nutrition Vending
Geographical area
Arctic, Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, North Atlantic, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe
Entry into force notes
This Regulation entered into force on 1 June 2005.
Abstract

This Regulation applies to the voluntary use of the Keyhole symbol on food products, when the product has a low content of of fat, sugar or sal, or a high content of fibre. The Regulation does not apply to products that has been legally labeled or placed on the market of another EU Member State. The use of the Keyhole on food products intended for children up to the age of 36 months is prohibited.

Full text
Swedish
Website
www.livsmedelsverket.se

References - Legislation

Implements

Food Decree (1971:807).

Legislation | Sweden | 1971 (2005)

Keyword: Food quality control/food safety, Hygiene/sanitary procedures, Inspection, Institution, Vending, Meat, Potable water, Water supply

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Amended by

Regulation (2015:1) amending the National Food Agency's regulations (SLVFS 2005:9) on the use of a particular symbol.

Legislation | Sweden | 2015

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

Source: FAO, FAOLEX