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Documented Nutritional Values Calculation

We calculate nutritional values from the available information and structure the result for the nutrition declaration applicable to the product.

Benefits

  • Documented calculations based on recipes and available data
  • Structuring the declaration according to applicable requirements
  • Updates when recipes change
  • Detailed reports per product

Our Process

  1. 1Collection of recipes and ingredients
  2. 2Nutritional values calculation
  3. 3Review of source data and calculated results
  4. 4Delivery of final reports

Nutritional Values Calculation: practical scope and deliverables

This section clarifies where the service applies, what documents and recommendations are delivered, and which operational risks are reduced.

Who this service is for

  • Food producers that need a nutrition declaration for compliant product labels
  • Businesses developing new products, changing recipes or updating existing packaging
  • Private label brands, distributors and importers that need to verify declared product values
  • Companies aiming to reduce errors before label printing or retail listing

What we deliver

  • Collection of the recipe, ingredients, quantities and available information required for calculation
  • Nutrition values calculation based on product composition and available nutritional data
  • Structured nutrition declaration for the label, usually per 100 g or 100 ml
  • Recommendations to align the nutrition declaration with the label, ingredient list and product information

Risks reduced

  • Incomplete, inconsistent or recipe-misaligned nutrition values
  • Labelling errors that may require packaging corrections, relisting or additional clarification
  • Mismatch between recipe, ingredients, quantities and information declared to consumers
  • Product launch delays caused by the absence of a correctly prepared nutrition declaration

Required information and responsibilities

Important clarification: A recipe-based calculation is not the same as laboratory analysis. Analytical confirmation may be recommended depending on the product, variability and intended use of the result.

Information we need

  • A description of the activity, products, processes, location and intended objective
  • Existing documentation such as procedures, recipes, labels, layouts, specifications or records
  • Inspection or audit reports, laboratory results and relevant deadlines, where available

Limitations and responsibilities

  • Recommendations are based on the information and documents supplied by the client
  • Changes to products, processes, suppliers, premises or applicable requirements may require a new review
  • The operator remains responsible for information supplied, daily implementation and compliance with applicable legal obligations

Frequently Asked Questions

What nutritional values must be declared?

Mandatory: energy value, fats, saturated fatty acids, carbohydrates, sugars, proteins and salt. Optional: fibre, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients.

How are nutritional values calculated?

The calculation uses the recipe, quantities, ingredient specifications, process yield and accepted data sources. A recipe-based calculation is not the same as laboratory analysis, which may be recommended depending on the product and intended use.

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