RegaaS

FDA label requirements for food, with real reviews

The required elements first, then real findings from demo labels, each with its 21 CFR citation.

Label Requirements Facts

6 required elements per US food label

Applies toMost packaged foods

Required on the label

Rules checked300,000

Provision

  • Statement of identity on the front panel21 CFR 101.3
  • Net quantity of contents bottom 30% of the front panel21 CFR 101.7
  • Ingredient list in descending order of weight21 CFR 101.4
  • Major food allergens all nine, sesame includedFD&C Act 403(w)
  • Name and place of business manufacturer, packer or distributor21 CFR 101.5
  • Nutrition Facts unless exempt21 CFR 101.9

Most packaged foods sold in the US. Exemptions and special rules apply. RegaaS checks your label against each of these, with 300,000 rules behind them, and cites the provision for every finding. An AI-assisted first review, not legal advice.

Check your own label against every line.

What RegaaS found on four demo labels

Shown exactly as the engine returned them: where on the label, the rule behind it, and the suggested change.

US - FoodsPUMPKIN seed oil with saw palmetto
PUMPKIN seed oil with saw palmetto
Rules evaluated
493
Potential risks
9
Suggestions
30
Requirement met
166
  1. 1Adjust the layout of the information panel by moving the distributor name and address (DISTRIBUTOR / ADDRESS) directly adjacent to and continuous below the ingredient list (Other Ingredients) - complying with the requirement of 21 CFR 101.2(f) that intervening material is not permitted.Food Labeling Guide p. 6
  2. 2Adjust the information panel layout by moving the responsible firm's name and address (DISTRIBUTOR and ADDRESS) immediately below the ingredient list (Other Ingredients) to ensure continuous presentation of mandatory labeling information - complying with the requirements of 21 CFR 101.2(e).CFR Title 21 Subchapter B - Food for Human Consumption (a) p. 9

+37 more findings in the full report

EU - FoodsHerings Filets in Tomaten-Creme
Herings Filets in Tomaten-Creme
Rules evaluated
112
Potential risks
7
Suggestions
4
Requirement met
63
  1. 1The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Chain of Custody certification number consists of all zeros “00000”, which is an example placeholder number.Data authenticity check
US - CosmeticSKIN ENHANCER
SKIN ENHANCER
Rules evaluated
270
Potential risks
7
Suggestions
25
Requirement met
69
  1. 1Ensure statement of identity is printed in bold typeCosmetics Labeling Guide p. 10
  2. 2Ensure statement of identity is bold and reasonably sizedCFR Title 21 Subchapter G - Cosmetics p. 17
EU - CosmeticRegaaS babies&kids SENSITIV SCHUTZ
RegaaS babies&kids SENSITIV SCHUTZ
Rules evaluated
1976
Potential risks
19
Suggestions
101
Requirement met
219
  1. 1Verify the actual formulation ingredients; if it contains Octocrylene and fragrance ingredients, immediately remove the false claims “Frei von... Octocrylen” and “Parfümfrei” from the label - eliminating misleading statements and complying with the provisions of Article 7 of DIRECTIVE 2005/29/EC.DIRECTIVE 2005/29/EC p. 7
  2. 2Immediately rectify false claims or adjust the formulation to ensure that claims completely match the actual ingredients - adhere to the standards of good faith and professional diligence to avoid misleading consumers' transactional decisions.DIRECTIVE 2005/29/EC p. 6

+116 more findings in the full report

※ This demonstration illustrates system functionality only. Product information has been modified and does not refer to any specific brand or product.