Drawing up nutritional tables
Professional support for food companies
The correct design of nutrition tables is now one of the most sensitive and strategic elements for those working in the food sector. Nutrition information is mandatory for most pre-packaged foods and is a key element in both regulatory compliance and consumer transparency. A table that is incorrect, incomplete or not in accordance with the provisions of Regulation (EU) 1169/2011 may result in sanctions, trade blocks, product recalls and reputational damage to the company.
This is why we at Lifeanalytics support food companies, producers, laboratories and supply chain operators every day in the drafting, review and validation of nutritional tables, guaranteeing accuracy, reliability and full regulatory compliance. Thanks to the expertise of our experts and the integration with our accredited laboratories, we offer companies a complete service, capable of transforming a complex regulatory obligation into a clear, efficient and above all safe process.
The importance of the nutrition chart in the modern food market
The nutrition chart is not only a requirement imposed by law: it has become a real strategic tool. Consumers are increasingly attentive to the composition of food, nutritional values and dietary balance, while control bodies check precisely that the information declared is correct and supported by real data.
Correctly completing a nutrition table means ensuring:
- compliance with European, national and market standards;
- technical reliability of the product;
- greater competitiveness vis-à-vis customers, retailers and GDOs;
- transparency towards the final consumer;
- reducing the risk of disputes and penalties.
Our role is to accompany the company throughout this process, ensuring that each value on the label accurately reflects the reality of the product and is calculated according to criteria recognized by the competent authorities.
Our service of drawing up and reviewing nutritional tables
We provide comprehensive support covering both the technical and analytical side as well as the regulatory aspect. Our activities include:
1. Calculation and validation of nutritional values
We use recognised methodologies based on:
- analytical data from our accredited laboratories;
- validated nutritional databases;
- mean values derived from recipes, formulations and technical specifications;
- calculation methods provided for in Reg. (EU) 1169/2011.
Our experts verify each value, ensuring that it is consistent with the composition, with the tolerances allowed by the regulations and with the profile of the finished product.
2. Complete preparation of the nutritional table according to current regulations
We prepare tables fully compliant with the EU mandatory format, with values expressed per 100 g/100 ml and, if required, per portion or per unit of consumption.
We take care of the correct indication of:
- energy value (kJ/kcal);
- total fat;
- saturated fatty acids;
- carbohydrates;
- sugars;
- proteins;
- sale.
When necessary, we add additional optional nutrients:
- fibres;
- monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats;
- polyols;
- starch;
- vitamins and minerals;
- nutrition claim.
We also ensure consistency between the nutrition chart, ingredient list, claim and QUID.
3. Verification of nutrients for nutritional and health claims
Many products have claims as "source of fiber", "rich in protein", "low-fat". These claims are governed by specific rules of Reg. (EC) 1924/2006.
Our experts verify that:
- the declared values comply with the minimum criteria required by the Regulation;
- claims can be used without risk of dispute;
- the formulation of the product is actually consistent with the proposed declaration.
A prior check avoids costly errors and disputes by inspection bodies or GDO customers.
4. Support for product formulation and reformulations
When companies introduce a new product or change a recipe, it is crucial to update the nutrition chart correctly. We offer comprehensive support for:
- evaluation of the impact of the new recipe on nutritional values;
- verification of changes in claim and commercial positioning;
- updating the values according to accuracy and tolerance criteria;
- verification of the consequences on the overall labelling.
5. Compliance control for export to USA and Canada
Although our export consulting focuses on the USA and Canada, we offer a specific service to adapt the nutritional values to the formats required by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and the Canadian authorities. We support companies in:
- conversion of values according to FDA tables;
- adaptation of US standardized portions;
- integration of additional data required by the North American market;
- review of the "Nutrition Facts" layout.
This ensures that companies can present products correctly labelled and free of errors which could hinder customs clearance or marketing.
Why choose our experts to draw up nutritional tables
Relying on Lifeanalytics means having a multidisciplinary team that combines regulatory expertise, technical knowledge, laboratory experience and analytical skills.
We guarantee:
✔ Accuracy of values
Each nutritional table is based on real and verified data.
✔ Updated regulatory interpretation
Our experts apply correctly the Reg. (EU) 1169/2011 and the ministerial guidelines.
✔ Reducing the risk of disputes
The tables we produce comply with the requirements of ASL, NAS and control authority.
✔ Full support also in the analytical part
Thanks to our accredited laboratories, we can provide values obtained by direct analysis when required.
✔ Speed and continuous support
We accompany the company in all phases: from the first formulation to the final revision of the label.
✔ Cross-functional experience in all food categories
We work daily with fresh, packaged, stabilised products, supplements, beverages, plant-based foods, dairy products and baked goods.
A reliable partner for a nutritional chart always correct and compliant
The preparation of the nutrition chart is much more than a formal fulfilment: it represents a central element for the credibility and safety of the product. A precise, legible and compliant table allows the company to communicate in a transparent way, protect itself from inspection risks and enhance its position on the market.
That’s why we at Lifeanalytics support companies with a specialized service, which combines regulatory expertise, scientific analysis and the ability to translate technical complexity into clear and usable information.
Rely on our experts for a complete, correct and compliant nutritional table
Whether you need to launch a new product, reformulate food already on the market or check the accuracy of nutritional values, we are your ideal technical partner.
We are ready to accompany you with precision, seriousness and competence at every stage of the process, guaranteeing nutritional tables fully compliant and suitable for all markets in which you want to operate.
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