1. SCOPE
This standard applies to the labelling of all prepackaged foods to be offered as such to the consumer or for
catering purposes and to certain aspects relating to the presentation thereof.
For the purpose of this standard:
“Claim” means any representation which states, suggests or implies that a food has particular qualities
relating to its origin, nutritional properties, nature, processing, composition or any other quality.
“Consumer” means persons and families purchasing and receiving food in order to meet their personal
needs.
“Container” means any packaging of food for delivery as a single item, whether by completely or partially
enclosing the food and includes wrappers. A container may enclose several units or types of packages
when such is offered to the consumer.