Nutritional Labelling – METS Laboratories
At METS Laboratories, we are committed to helping food businesses meet their regulatory, consumer, and market demands through reliable nutritional labelling services. Nutritional labelling providaes essential information about the contents of food products—calories, macronutrients, vitamins, minerals, and more—enabling consumers to make informed dietary choices.
Our team of food scientists, chemists, and regulatory experts deliver accurate and standard-compliant nutritional testing and labelling support for a wide variety of food and beverage products. With ISO/IEC 17025: 2017 accredited methods and modern instrumentation, we ensure scientifically validated nutritional data for packaged foods, dietary supplements, health foods, and export consignments.
Why Nutritional Labelling Is Important?
Nutritional labelling is more than just a regulatory requirement—it is a cornerstone of public health, brand transparency, and consumer trust. Here’s why it matters:
• Informed Consumer Choices: Clear, accurate nutritional data empowers individuals to make healthier dietary decisions.
• Market Advantage: Products with transparent and compliant labelling gain a competitive edge in both domestic and international markets.
• Allergen and Health Claims: Proper nutritional labelling ensures alignment with claims such as “Low Fat”, “High Fibre”, “Gluten-Free”, etc.
• Brand Integrity: Transparent labelling builds credibility with consumers and regulators alike.
What We Test?
• Energy (Kcal)
• Carbohydrates (Total, Sugars, Dietary Fiber)
• Protein
• Total Fat, Saturated Fat, Trans Fat
• Cholesterol
• Sodium, Potassium
• Vitamins (A, C, D, E, B-complex)
• Minerals (Calcium, Iron, Zinc, Magnesium)
• Omega-3 & Omega-6 Fatty Acids
• Amino Acid Profile
• Fatty Acid Profile (by GC-MS)
• Total Ash, Moisture, pH
• Alcohol Content (for beverages)
• Packaged Foods (snacks, cereals, ready meals)
• Bakery and Confectionery
• Dairy and Milk Products
• Health Supplements and Nutraceuticals
• Beverages (fruit juice, soft drinks, energy drinks)
• Oils and Fats
• Infant Foods & Functional Foods
• AOAC, ISO, BIS, USP, Codex Alimentarius
• HPLC, GC-FID, ICP-OES, UV-Vis, Kjeldahl, Soxhlet, etc.
What METS Laboratories Offers?
METS Laboratories provides comprehensive, tailor-made nutritional labelling services:
• Nutritional Analysis & Reporting: Accurate analysis of macro and micronutrients using advanced instrumentation.
• Label Format Assistance: Assistance in creating compliant nutritional tables in accordance with FSSAI or international labelling laws.
• Claim Validation: Scientific substantiation of health and nutritional claims (e.g. “low sodium”, “sugar free”, “rich in calcium”).
• Ingredient & Recipe Analysis: Estimations from recipe inputs, where physical testing is impractical.
• Shelf Life & Stability Studies: To support “best before” and “use by” dating related to nutrient retention.
• Export Certifications: Nutritional testing for international food trade documentation.
• Customized Packages: For start-ups, MSMEs, and large food chains, including regular testing programs.
What We Ensure?
- Regulatory Compliance: Our reports are compliant with FSSAI, Codexand regional requirements.
- Scientific Accuracy: Use of validated methods with quality-controlled results under ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standards.
- Data Confidentiality: We maintain strict confidentiality protocols to protect clientsproprietary formulations.
- Timely Reporting: We deliver prompt analysis and labelling support to meet your go-to-market timelines.
- One-Stop Solution: From raw material assessment to final label printing guidance.
Who It’s For?
Protect Consumers. Satisfy Authorities. Boost Market Confidence.
Nutritional labelling plays a critical role in ensuring product transparency, regulatory adherence, and consumer health. METS Laboratories supports this mission by:
• Protecting Consumers: Through accurate nutrition data that prevents misleading claims and helps consumers with allergies, dietary restrictions, and health conditions make safer choices.
• Satisfying Authorities: By aligning your labels with FSSAI, Codex, EU guidelines and other regulatory frameworks for national and international trade.
• Boosting Market Confidence: A properly labelled product builds brand trust and opens up new markets. Consumers increasingly demand clarity and quality in what they consume—nutritional labelling is your first handshake with them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I get my product tested for nutritional labelling?
Typically, once per finalized formulation. However, reformulated products or changes in raw material sources require fresh testing.
Can you test for international nutrition labelling formats?
Yes. We provide compliant formats for FSSAI and other country-specific regulations.
Do you help in determining portion size or RDA %?
Absolutely. We can calculate and format data as per Recommended Daily Allowances based on regulatory requirements.
What’s the average turnaround time for a complete nutritional analysis?
5–10 working days, depending on the parameters and product matrix.
Can you assist with labelling for e-commerce?
Yes. We offer digital label-ready reports, suitable for online platforms and nutrition fact uploads.
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Food Additives & Preservatives Testing
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Fortified Food Testing
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Processed Food Nutrition Value Testing
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Nutraceuticals & Functional Foods Testing
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Residue Analysis
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Animal Food & Feeds Testing
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Bakery & Confectionery Products Testing
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Beverages (Alcoholic & Non-Alcoholic) Testing
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Canned & Processed Foods Testing
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Cereals, Pulses & Cereal Products Testing
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Coffee & Cocoa Products Testing
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Dioxin and Furans Testing
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Edible Colours & Flavors Testing
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Edible Oils & Fats Testing
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Edible Salts Testing
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Eggs & Egg Products Testing
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Essential Nutrients Including Vitamins Testing
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Fruit & Fruit Products Testing
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Gelatin And Other Gums Testing
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Herbs, Spices & Condiments Testing
