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What You Need to Know About Food Packaging Labeling

In today's world, packaging plays a crucial role not only in logistics and product preservation but also in ensuring consumer safety. This is especially important for food packaging, as it comes into direct contact with consumable products. To protect consumers from potential negative impacts of materials and to comply with regulatory standards, manufacturers and suppliers must follow established labeling requirements.

Labeling on food packaging involves providing information on packaging to ensure transparency regarding the material composition, usage conditions, safety, and environmental impact. This article discusses the main labeling requirements for food packaging, explains their role, and helps ensure compliance with regulations.

What is Package Labeling and Why is it Necessary?

Package labeling is a system of symbols, signs, and texts applied to packaging to inform consumers and regulatory bodies about material properties, recyclability, food contact safety, and environmental impact.

Proper labeling serves several important functions:

  • ✅ Informs consumers about the safety of packaging for food contact
  • ✅ Confirms compliance with sanitary and hygienic standards
  • ✅ Helps identify material for recycling or disposal
  • ✅ Enhances brand trust and creates a positive company image
  • ✅ Allows regulatory authorities to monitor compliance with standards

Labeling food packaging is mandatory in most countries, including Ukraine, the European Union, and the United States. Manufacturers who fail to comply with labeling regulations may face legal issues, fines, or product sales restrictions.

Main Elements of Food Packaging Labeling

Food packaging labeling must include several mandatory elements. Let’s examine the most important ones:

? 1. Food Contact Symbol

All packages intended for food contact must have the appropriate labeling. In the European Union and Ukraine, the symbol used is a glass and fork: ?

This symbol indicates that the packaging material meets safety standards and is approved for use with food products.

? 2. Material Type Labeling

Packaging must clearly indicate the type of polyethylene or other materials used. A triangular symbol with a numerical code is typically used:

  • 01 (PET) – polyethylene terephthalate
  • 02 (HDPE) – high-density polyethylene
  • 03 (PVC) – polyvinyl chloride
  • 04 (LDPE) – low-density polyethylene
  • 05 (PP) – polypropylene
  • 06 (PS) – polystyrene
  • 07 (Other) – other plastics

For instance, polyethylene bags usually carry labels 02 (HDPE) or 04 (LDPE), indicating safe material use.

? 3. Recycling Information

Packages should indicate recyclability using these symbols:

  • ♻️ – recyclable
  • ? – do not dispose of in regular waste
  • ? – biodegradable material

These symbols raise environmental awareness and help consumers dispose of packaging correctly.

? 4. Manufacturer Information

Each package should include:
✔️ Manufacturer's name
✔️ Production address
✔️ Contact phone number
✔️ Batch number and production date

This information enables regulatory bodies to trace products and address any issues.

? 5. Usage Instructions

If packages require specific usage conditions (such as temperature limits), these must be indicated on the labeling.

Regulatory Framework for Packaging Labeling in Ukraine

In Ukraine, food packaging labeling is regulated by:

  • DSTU 4518:2008 – Polyethylene bags. General technical specifications
  • The Law of Ukraine "On Consumer Rights Protection"
  • The Law of Ukraine "On Food Safety"
  • European Regulation No. 1935/2004 – on materials and articles intended for food contact

Manufacturers or suppliers must obtain a conformity certificate confirming material safety for food industry use.

Tips for Choosing Properly Labeled Bags

✔️ Choose bags with clear labeling
✔️ Ensure presence of the "glass and fork" symbol
✔️ Avoid bags without manufacturer information
✔️ Prefer bags with recycling symbols
✔️ Verify that bags have conformity certificates

Where to Order Safe Food Packaging Bags

If you're looking for properly labeled food bags, contact Cherpack. We offer a wide range of bags meeting all sanitary and environmental standards.

? Order bags on the Cherpack website or call us at 0 800 750 889. Our managers will help choose the perfect solution for your business.

Cherpack – Your Reliable Supplier of Properly Labeled Food Packaging!

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