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GOVERMNENT COLLEGE UNIVERSITY
FAISALABAD
Project no. 01
Food Laws And Regulations
Project Members:
Name Roll no
Muhammad Usama 49090
Muhammad Saim 49040
Zeeshan Javed 49100
Sania Saeed 37497
Submitted To:
Dr. Umair Arshad Bajwa
Semester:
7th D
Session:
2019-2023
Department of Food Science and Technology
CODEX GENERAL STANDARD FOR THE LABELLING OF
PREPACKAGED FOODS
CODEX STAN 1-1985 (Rev. 1-1991)
1. The Codex General Standard for the Labelling of Prepackaged Foods was adopted by the
Codex Alimentarius Commission at its 14th Session, 1981 and subsequently revised in
1985 and 1991 by the 16th and 19th Sessions and amended by the 23rd and 24th Sessions,
1999 and 2001.
2. This standard has been submitted to all Member Nations and Associate Members of FAO
and WHO for acceptance in accordance with the General Principles of the Codex
Alimentarius.
3. When notifying their position on the acceptance of this standard, governments are
requested to indicate any provisions concerning the presentation of mandatory
information on the label and in labelling, in force in their country which are not covered
by this standard.
4. Examples of descriptions or presentations to which these General Principles refer are
given in the Codex General Guidelines on Claims.
5. Future additions to and/or deletions from this list will be considered by the Codex
Committee on Food Labelling taking into account the advice provided by the Joint
FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA).
6. Governments accepting the standard should indicate the requirements in force in their
countries.
7. The declaration of net contents represents the quantity at the time of packaging and is
subject to enforcement by reference to an average system of quantity control.
8. The declaration of drained weight is subject to enforcement by reference to an average
system of quantity control.
CODEX GENERAL STANDARD FOR THE LABELLING OF
PREPACKAGED FOODS
CODEX STAN 1-1985 (Rev. 1-1991)
1. SCOPE
This standard applies to the labelling of all prepackaged foods to be offered as such to the
consumer or for catering purposes and to certain aspects relating to the presentation thereoff.
2. DEFINITION OF TERMS
For the purpose of this standard:
“Claim” means any representation which states, suggests or implies that a food has particular
qualities relating to its origin, nutritional properties, nature, processing, composition or any other
quality.
“Consumer” means persons and families purchasing and receiving food in order to meet their
personal needs.
“Container” means any packaging of food for delivery as a single item, whether by completely
or partially enclosing the food and includes wrappers. A container may enclose several units or
types of packages when such is offered to the consumer.
3. FOR USE IN DATE MARKING OF PREPACKAGED FOOD:
“Date of Manufacture” means the date on which the food becomes the product as described.
“Date of Packaging” means the date on which the food is placed in the immediate container in
which it will be ultimately sold.
“Sell-by-Date” means the last date of offer for sale to the consumer after which there remains a
reasonable storage period in the home.
“Date of Minimum Durability” (“best before”) means the date which signifies the end of the
period under any stated storage conditions during which the product will remain fully marketable
and will retain any specific qualities for which tacit or express claims have been made. However,
beyond the date the food may still be perfectly satisfactory.
“Use-by Date” (Recommended Last Consumption Date, Expiration Date) means the date which
signifies the end of the estimated period under any stated storage conditions, after which the
product probably will not have the quality attributes normally expected by the consumers. After
this date, the food should not be regarded as marketable.
“Food” means any substance, whether processed, semi-processed or raw, which is intended for
human consumption, and includes drinks, chewing gum and any substance which has been used
in the manufacture, preparation or treatment of “food” but does not include cosmetics or tobacco
or substances used only as drugs.
“Food Additive” means any substance not normally consumed as a food by itself and not
normally used as a typical ingredient of the food, whether or not it has nutritive value, the
intentional addition of which to food for a technological (including organoleptic) purpose in the
manufacture, processing, preparation, treatment, packing, packaging, transport or holding of such
food results, or may be reasonably expected to result, (directly or indirectly) in it or its by-
products becoming a component of or otherwise affecting the characteristics of such foods. The
term does not include “contaminants” or substances added to food for maintaining or improving
nutritional qualities.
“Ingredient” means any substance, including a food additive, used in the manufacture or
preparation of a food and present in the final product although possibly in a modified form.
“Label” means any tag, brand, mark, pictorial or other descriptive matter, written, printed,
stencilled, marked, embossed or impressed on, or attached to, a container of food.
“Labelling” includes any written, printed or graphic matter that is present on the label,
accompanies the food, or is displayed near the food, including that for the purpose of promoting
its sale or disposal.
“Lot” means a definitive quantity of a commodity produced essentially under the same
conditions.
“Prepackaged” means packaged or made up in advance in a container, ready for offer to the
consumer, or for catering purposes.
“Processing Aid” means a substance or material, not including apparatus or utensils, and not
consumed as a food ingredient by itself, intentionally used in the processing of raw materials,
foods or its ingredients, to fulfil a certain technological purpose during treatment or processing
and which may result in the non-intentional but unavoidable presence of residues or derivatives
in the final product.
“Foods for Catering Purposes” means those foods for use in restaurants, canteens, schools,
hospitals and similar institutions where food is offered for immediate consumption.
4. GENERAL PRINCIPAL
Prepackaged food shall not be described or presented on any label or in any labelling in a
manner that is false, misleading or deceptive or is likely to create an erroneous impression
regarding its character in any respect.
Prepackaged food shall not be described or presented on any label or in any labelling by words,
pictorial or other devices which refer to or are suggestive either directly or indirectly, of any
other product with which such food might be confused, or in such a manner as to lead the
purchaser or consumer to suppose that the food is connected with such other product.
5. MANDATORY LABELLING OF PREPACKAGED FOODS
The following information shall appear on the label of prepackaged foods as applicable to the
food being labelled, except to the extent otherwise expressly provided in an individual Codex
standard:
a. The name of Food
b. List of Ingredients
c. Processing Aids and Carry-Over of Food Additives
d. Net Contents And Drained Weight
e. Name and Address
f. Country of Origin
g. Lot Identification
h. Date Marking And Storage Instruction
i. Instructions For Use
6. ADDITIONAL MANDATORY REQUIREMENT
1. Quantitative Labelling of Ingredients
2. Irradiated Food
7. EXEMPTIONS FROM MANDATORY LABELLING REQUIREMENTS
With the exception of spices and herbs, small units, where the largest surface area is less than 10
cm², may be exempted from the requirements of paragraphs 4.2 and 4.6 to 4.8.
8. OPTIONAL LABELLING
Any information or pictorial device written, printed, or graphic matter may be displayed in
labelling provided that it is not in conflict with the mandatory requirements of this standard and
those relating to claims and deception given in Section 3 - General Principles.
If grade designations are used, they shall be readily understandable and not be misleading or
deceptive in any way.
9. PRESENTATION OF MANDATORY INFORMATION
General
Labels in prepackaged foods shall be applied in such a manner that they will not become
separated from the container.
Statements required to appear on the label by virtue of this standard or any other Codex
standards shall be clear, prominent, indelible and readily legible by the consumer under normal
conditions of purchase and use.
Where the container is covered by a wrapper, the wrapper shall carry the necessary information
or the label on the container shall be readily legible through the outer wrapper or not obscured by
it.
The name and net contents of the food shall appear in a prominent position and in the same field
of vision.
Language
If the language on the original label is not acceptable, to the consumer for whom it is intended, a
supplementary label containing the mandatory information in the required language may be used
instead of re-labelling.
In the case of either re-labelling or a supplementary label, the mandatory information provided
shall be fully and accurately reflect that in the original label.
CODEX LABELLING OF MILK AND YOGURT
TABLE CONTENT
Sr.No Product Name
1 Nestle Milk Pack
2 Milk Fields
3 Olper’s
4 Dairy Pure
5 Haleeb
6 Nurpur
7 Dairy Omung
8 Asli
9 Nestle Yogurt
10 Amson’s Yogurt
11 Adam’s Yogurt
12 Perma Yogurt
1. Nestle Milk Pak
Nature’s gift of dairy has a fascinating taste, and with over
three and a half decades of dairy expertise in Pakistan,
NESTLÉ MILKPAK has perfected the processes that allow it
to capture this SMOOTH, RICH AND CREAMY
EXPERIENCE, the way nature meant it to be.
Product Name: Pak Milk
Company Name: Nestle Pakistan Ltd
Date of Manufacturing: 12-10-2022
Date of Expiry: 10-01-2023
Nutritional Information:
Nutritional Information Average per portion % GDA per portion
Energy 157 Kcal 8%
Fat 8.8g 13%
Of which Saturated 5.5g 28%
Carbohydrate 13g 5%
Of Which sugar 13g 14%
Fiber Traces < 1%
Protein 6.8g 14%
Sodium 0.18g 9%
% NVR
Calcium 250mg 25%
Vitamin A 444IU 17%
Vitamin D 34IU 9%
Ingredients: Milk, Stabilizers, Vitamin A&D
Allergens: Contain milk protein, Soya protein
Shelf Life: 2- 2.5 Months
Once opened, refrigerate and use within 3 days.
Storage Advice:
Store in cool and dry place
Once opened, refrigerate and use within 3 days.
Net Weight: 250ml
Certified From: PSQCA (Pakistan standard for Quality Control Authority), HALAL
Bar Code: Mention
Batch No.: Mention
Address: Nestle Pakistan Ltd, 308-upper mall, Lahore, 54000 Pakistan
Under license of Societe des produits Nestle S.A., Vevey, Switzerland. Trademark Owners.
Let’s Talk: naata@pk.nestle.com
www.nestle.pk
Toll Free: 0800-62282
WhatsApp: 0300-0637853
2. Milk Fields
Enjoy a pure glass of milk fields full cream milk or add it to your
coffee or tea for a delicious creamy taste. The healthy choice for the
healthy you!
Product Name: Milk Fields
Company Name: NISHAT SUTAS Dairy Ltd
Manufacturing Date: 02-09-2022
Expiry Date: 31-12-2022
Nutritional Information:
Nutritional parameter Per 100 ml 100 ml NRV
Energy 62.1 Kcal 3%
Fat 3.5g 5%
Carbohydrates 4.5g 2%
Protein 2.9g 6%
Sodium 0.1g 2%
Calcium 120mg 15%
Ingredients: Cow Milk, Permitted Stabilizer (E471)
Allergen: Not Mentioned
Shelf Life: 3 Months
Storage Information: Keep in cool and dry place
Keep in Fridge after opening and consume within 3 days.
Net Weight: 250ml
Certified By: PSQCA (Pakistan Standard for Quality Control Authority), HALAL
Bar code: Mention
Batch No.: Mention
Address: 7 Main Gulberg, Lahore, Pakistan
Let’s Talk: www.milkfields.com
UAN: +92-42-111-666-455
3. Olper’s
Olper’s was launched in 2006 as the flagship brand of
Friesland Campina Engro Pakistan Limited (previously
known as Engro Foods Ltd) and has grown to become a
leading player in the UHT milk category in Pakistan. This
phenomenal success is rooted in our commitment to
providing high quality nutrition and pure goodness to
families across Pakistan. The focus on this journey has
been on collecting fresh and pure milk from farms across
Pakistan on daily basis and ensuring that every pack of
milk conforms to the highest standards of safety and
hygiene. Olper’s Milk is free of preservatives, UHT
treated and goes through a rigorous scrutiny of 28
different types of quality tests before reaching
consumers.
Product Name: OLPER’S
Company Name: Friesland Campina Engro Pakistan Limited
Manufacturing Date: 18-10-2022
Expiry Date: 16-01-2023
Nutritional Information:
Nutritional Information Per 100 ml %NRV
Energy 267Kcal 3%
Fat 3.5g 5%
Of which Saturates 2.3g 12%
Carbohydrates 5.4g 2%
Of which Sugar 5.4g 6%
Protein 2.7g 5%
Sodium 0.05g 2%
Calcium 120mg 12%
Vitamin B2 0.2mg 13%
Vitamin B12 0.4µg 18%
Ingredients: Milk Solids, Stabilizers
Allergan: Soya lecitin
Shelf Life: 2.5 Months
Storage Advice: store in cool and dry place
After opened, keep refrigerated and consume within 3 days.
Net Weight: 250ml
Bar Code: Mention
Batch No.: Mention
Address: 5th Floor, Harbour Front Building, Block 4, Clifton, Karachi, Pakistan.
Let’s Talk: taluq@frieslandcampina.com
www.frieslandcampina.com.pk
Toll Free: 0800-82587
4. Dairy Pure
Dairy Pure is a dairy drink packed with
nutrients and minerals. Its wholesomeness
and premium quality makes your dairy
based products special and that too at an
economical price. Make tea or desserts or
just drink a glass of Dairy Pure and
experience the great taste.
Product Name: Dairy Pure
Company Name: Shakarganj Food
Products Ltd
Manufacturing Date: 24-10-2022
Expiry Date: 22-01-2023
Nutritional Information:
Nutritional Information Per 250 ml
Energy 119Kcal
Fat 4.25g
Protein 6.74g
Carbohydrates 13.40g
Calcium 275mg
Ingredients: Low Fat Milk, Stabilizers
Allergan: Not Mentioned
Net Weight: 225ml
Certificates: PSQCA, HALAL, BUREAU VERITAS CERTIFICATION
Storage Advice: Store in cool and dry place
Refrigerate after opening and use within 3 days.
Shelf Life: 3 months
Bar Code: Mention
Batch Number: Mention
Address: 4km Lahore Road, Jaranwala, Pakistan
Let’s Talk: www.shakarganjfood.com
info@sfpl.com.pk
UAN: 111-111-765
5. Haleeb
Haleeb fresh, Pure And Nutritious, The
Premium Quality And Richness Of Haleeb
Makes It A Favorite Household Name. Haleeb
Milk Is Pakistan’s Only Nutra-Hygin Milk
Which Provides The Best Combination Of
Purity, Quality And Nutrition.
Product Name: Haleeb
Company Name: Haleeb Foods Ltd
Manufacturing Date: 27-10-2022
Expiry Date: 25-01-2022
Nutritional Information:
Nutritional Information Per 100 ml
Energy 64Kcal
Fat 3.5g
Of which saturates 2.2g
Carbohydrates 5.1g
Of which Lactose 2.8g
Protein 2.8g
Calcium 130mg
Sodium 92mg
Vitamin A 195IU
Vitamin D 18IU
Ingredients: Milk Solids, Permitted Stabilizers, and Added Vitamin A&D
Allergan: not mentioned
Net weight: 250ml
Storage Advice: store in cool and dry place
Refrigerate after opening and use within 3 days.
Batch No.: Mention
Bar Code: Mentioned
Certificate: PSQCA, HALAL
Address: 62km, Multan road bhai pheru, Pakistan
Let’s Talk: care@haleebfoods.com
www.haleebfoods.com
Toll Free: 0800- 13500
6. Nurpur
We are a tradition that started in the small village of
Nurpur over 50 years ago. Like it has been forever, we still
go out every morning to collect fresh farm milk so that we
continue to bring you Nurpur’s homegrown promise of
natural freshness and purity.
Product Name: Nurpur
Company Name: Fauji Food Ltd
Manufacturing Date: 31-10-2022
Expiry Date: 29-01-2023
Nutritional Information:
Nutritional Information Per 100 ml
Energy 62Kcal
Milk Fat 3.5g
Protein 2.7g
Carbohydrates 5.4g
Calcium 116mg
Ingredients: Milk Solids, Stabilizers (E 339, E 407, E 452i)
Allergan: Trace of Soya Lacithin
Shelf Life: 3 months
Net weight: 250ml
Bar Code: Mentioned
Storage Advice: Refrigerate after opening and use within 3 days
Certified: PSQCA, HALAL
Address: 42 CCA, Ex Park View, DHA Phase- VIII, Lahore
Let’s Talk: www.faujifoods.com
7. Dairy Omung
Dairy Omung partners with common Pakistani
homemakers in their quest to provide the best for their
families with an unadulterated, milawat sey paak offering.
Dairy Omung is light on the stomach, heek free & 100%
dairy. It is a value-for-money brand that can be enjoyed for
drinking by children, so mothers have to make no
compromise on adulteration-free nutrition.
Product Name: Dairy Omung
Company Name: Fries Land Campania Engro,
Pakistan
Manufacturing Date: 13-10-2022
Expiry Date: 11-01-2023
Nutritional Information:
Nutritional Information Per 100 ml (%NRV) Per 225 ml (%NRV)
Energy 200Kj/48Kcal (2%) 449KJ/107Kcal (5%)
Fat 1.7g (2%) 3.8g (5%)
Of which saturates 0.9g (5%) 2.1g (10%)
Carbohydrates 5.4g (2%) 12.2g (5%)
Of which sugar 5.4g (6%) 12.2g (14%)
Protein 2.7g (5%) 6.1g (12%)
Sodium 0.04g (2%) 0.10g (5%)
Calcium 110mg (11%) 248mg (25%)
Vitamin B2 0.2mg (13%) 0.3mg (28%)
Vitamin B12 0.2g (8%) 0.5g (19%)
Ingredients: Low Milk Fat and Stabilizers
Allergan: Soya Lacithin
Net Weight: 225ml
Batch no: Mentioned
Bar Code: Mentioned
Storage Advice: Keep it in cool and dry place
Keep in fridge and Use within 3 days after opening
Shelf Life: 3 months
Certificates: PSQCA, HALAL
Address: 5th floor, Harbour Front Building, Block 4, Clifton, Karachi, Pakistan
Let’s Talk: www.frieslandcampina.com.pk
taluq@frieslandcampina.com
Toll Free: 0800-82587
8. Asli
Asli Milk is all-purpose real milk product by Haleeb Foods.
Asli Milk is exactly what its name suggests – wholesome
and pure quality milk that provides the public the absolute
surety that they are getting the most affordable and 100%
real milk for all their daily dairy needs.
Product Name: Asli
Company Name: Haleeb Food Ltd
Manufacturing Date: 27-10-2022
Expiry Date: 15-01-2023
Nutritional Information:
Nutritional Information Per 100 ml
Energy 61Kcal
Fat 3.5g
Of which saturates 2.2g
Carbohydrates 5.4g
Of which Lactose 5.4g
Protein 2.2g
Calcium 100mg
Sodium 80mg
Ingredients: Fresh Milk, Permitted Emulsifiers & Stabilizers
Allergan: No
Net weight: 250ml
Shelf Life: 3 months
Bar code: Mentioned
Batch No: Mentioned
Certified From: PSQCA, HALAL
Address: 62km, Multan road, Bhai Pheru, Pakistan
Let’s Talk: www.haleebfoods.com
care@haleebfoods.com
Toll Free: 0800-13500
9. Nestle Yogurt
NESTLÉ ORIGINAL Yogurt the daily dose of
delight; making your everyday experiences more
exciting through its irresistible rich creamy taste and
pure dairy goodness. Packed by Nestlé, the dairy
expert, it guarantees to perfectly complement your
everyday meals with its best tasting, hygienically
packed with consistent quality & traditional taste.
Product Name: Nestle Yogurt
Company Name: Nestle Pakistan Ltd
Manufacturing Date: 01-11-22
Expiry Date: 29-11-22
Nutritional Information:
Nutritional information Per 100g Per portion %GDA
Energy 72Kcal 90Kcal 5%
Milk Fat 3.5g 4.4g 6%
Of which Saturates 2g 2.5g 13%
Carbohydrates 7g 8.8g 3%
Of which sugars 7g 8.8g 10%
Fiber Traces Traces <1%
Protein 3.1g 3.9g 8%
Sodium 0.06g 0.08g 4%
%NRV
Calcium 100mg 125mg 13%
Ingredients: Milk, Sugar, Stabilizers (INS 428) & Yogurt Culture.
Allergens: Contains Milk protein & Soya Protein
Storage Advice: Keep Refrigerated at 4◦C
After opening use within 4 days.
Net weight: 125 g
Bar Code: Mentioned
Batch No: Mentioned
Let’s Talk: www.nestle.pk
naata@pk.nestle.com
Toll Free: 0800-62282
Address: 308 upper mall, Lahore, pakistan
Certified From: HALAL
10. Adam’s Yogurt
Yoghurt is a food rich in protein, calcium and essential
vitamins. Adam’s has state-of-the-art equipment which produces
yoghurt of the highest quality, consistency and hygiene.
With Adam’s you can be confident of the quality and purity of
yoghurt. Adam’s cup yoghurt is mildly sweetened and is light
enough to be consumed as a snack or with a meal, either way it
gives you the health benefits you desire.
Product Name: Adam’s Yogurt
Company Name: Adam’s Milk Food (PVT) Ltd
Manufacturing Date: 25-10-2022
Expiry Date: 21-11-2022
Nutritional Information:
Amount per serving % Daily Value
Calories 85.82
Calories from Fat 39.45
Total Fat 6%
Saturated Fat 14%
Fiber 0%
Sodium 3%
Total Carbohydrates 3%
Sugar 8%
Protein 9%
Vitamin A 5.5%
Calcium 13.77%
Iron 1.1%
Ingredients: Fresh Milk, Sugar, Stabilizer (halal Gelatin), and Live Culture
Allergens: No
Storage Advice: Keep Refrigerated at 4◦C
Shelf Life: 1 month
Net weight: 400g
Bar code: Mention
Batch No.: Mention
Certified From: ISO 9001, HALAL
Address: 2-km, Multan Road, Sahiwal, Pakistan
Let’s Talk: info@adams.pk
11. Prema Yogurt
This 100% natural yogurt is prepared from 100% Australian Cow’s
Milk and Active yogurt culture; and is free from preservatives,
additives, artificial sweeteners, gelatin and other stabilizers. Yogurt
at its purest, premá Natural Yogurt gives you an original and
traditional texture and unsweetened taste of pure and free from
chemicals, hence it can be consumed as yogurt is intended to be in
all manners.
Product Name: Prema Yogurt
Company Name: At-Tahur Ltd
Manufacturing Name: 19-10-2022
Expiry Name: 16-11-2022
Nutritional Information:
Nutritional Information Per 200mg
Energy 158Kcal
Fat 7.4g
Carbohydrates 9.4g
Protein 6.2g
Calcium 200mg
Vitamin D 600IU
Sugar 7.0g
Ingredients: Fresh Whole Milk, Rice Starch, Culture, Stabilizer (E 401, E 440, E 1442),
Sugar
Allergens: No
Storage Advice: Keep refrigerated at 4◦C
Net weight: 400g
Shelf Life: 1 month
Certified From: ISO 9001, ISO 22000, HALAL
Bar Code: Mention
Batch No: Mention
Address: Kotli Rai Abu Bakar, District Kasur
Head Office: 182 Abu Bakar Block, New Green Town, Lahore
Let’s Talk: +92-42-111-666-647
12. Amson’s Yogurt
Product Name: Amson’s Yogurt
Company Name: Adams Milks Food Ltd
Manufacturing date: 26-10-2-2022
Expiry Date: 22-10-2022
Nutritional Information:
Nutritional information Per 125g % Daily Value
Total Fat 4.38g 6%
Saturated Fat 2.75g 14%
Fiber 0g 0%
Sodium 0.04g 3%
Total Carbohydrates 7.10g 3%
Milk sugar 7.10g 8%
Protein 4.5g 9%
Vitamin A 5.5%
Calcium 13.77%
Iron 1.1%
Ingredients: Pasteurized Milk, Live Culture, & stabilizer (HALAL Gelatin)
Allergens: No
Storage Advice: Keep refrigerated at 4◦C
Net Weight: 500g
Certified From: HALAL, ISO 9001
Shelf Life: 1month
Bar code: Mention
Batch No: Mention
Address: 2-km, Multan Road, sahiwal
Let’s Talk: info@adams.pk
Comparative Table:
Products Company Name Ingredients Bar code Batch no Mfg & Exp PSS no Certification Net weight Price
Pak Milk Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Milk Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Fields
Olper’s Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Dairy Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Pure
Haleeb Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Nurpur Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Dairy Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Omung
Asli Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Nestle Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Yogurt
Amson’s Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Yogurt
Adam’s Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Yogurt
Prema Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Yogurt
