This bill makes sure that food labels show accurate nutrient values by allowing only a small margin of error. It helps protect consumers from misleading information about their food.
If you buy packaged food, you can trust that the nutrient information is more accurate and reliable.
Who this affects
Consumers who read food labels
What changes is this bill making?
1This bill requires food labels to be accurate within 5 percent of the actual nutrient values.
2If a food's nutrient content is more than 5 percent higher than what is listed, it is considered misbranded.
3The Secretary of Health and Human Services must update regulations to enforce this rule within 60 days.
4The goal is to ensure consumers receive truthful information about the food they buy.
