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🇺🇸 Nutrition Panel Requirements in US

United States mandates specific nutrition information display with mandatory nutrients, format requirements, and calculation methods.

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What the Rule Is

Nutrition labeling in United States requires a standardized display of nutritional content per serving or per 100g/100ml. FDA regulation 21 CFR 101.9 prescribes the Nutrition Facts panel: per-serving values in the 2016 format with calories prominent, mandatory Added Sugars, vitamin D and potassium, and dual-column labeling for packages that can be consumed in one or multiple sittings.

What You Must Include
  • Calories
  • Total Fat
  • Saturated Fat
  • Trans Fat
  • Cholesterol
  • Sodium
  • Total Carbohydrate
  • Dietary Fiber
  • Total Sugars
  • Added Sugars
  • Protein
  • Vitamin D
  • Calcium
  • Iron
  • Potassium
Common Violations
  • Incorrect rounding of nutrition values
  • Missing mandatory nutrients
  • Incorrect serving size declarations
Examples: Compliant vs Non-Compliant

Compliant Examples

Nutrition Facts per 100g: Energy 1250kJ/300kcal, Fat 12g

Non-Compliant Examples

Missing salt/sodium information
Energy values only in calories
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which regulation governs nutrition panel requirements in US?

FDA regulation 21 CFR 101.9 prescribes the Nutrition Facts panel: per-serving values in the 2016 format with calories prominent, mandatory Added Sugars, vitamin D and potassium, and dual-column labeling for packages that can be consumed in one or multiple sittings.

What nutrients are mandatory in US?

Calories, Total Fat, Saturated Fat, Trans Fat, Cholesterol, Sodium, Total Carbohydrate, Dietary Fiber, Total Sugars, Added Sugars, Protein, Vitamin D, Calcium, Iron, Potassium

Regulation Sources

Last updated: 2026-07-20

Disclaimer: This information is for guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult official regulations and seek professional legal advice for specific compliance questions.

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