Tag: Fair packaging and labeling act

According to a 2022 USDA consumer survey, nearly two-thirds of shoppers want clear and authentic origin information on their food. But what regulates food labeling in the US? The answer is a complex system involving multiple federal agencies and legislation, primarily the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), that work to ensure products are safe and accurately represented.

Food poisoning outbreaks and instances of false advertising in the early 20th century spurred demand for better consumer protection. This led to a series of laws, culminating in requirements that established when ingredient labels became mandatory in the United States.