Council of the European Union and European Parliament 25 October 2011, Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 25 October 2011 on the provision of food information to consumers, amending Regulations (EC) No 1924/2006 and (EC) No 1925/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council, and repealing Commission Directive 87/250/EEC, Council Directive 90/496/EEC, Commission Directive 1999/10/EC, Directive 2000/13/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council, Commission Directives 2002/67/EC and 2008/5/EC and Commission Regulation (EC) No 608/2004 Text with EEA relevance

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REGULATION (EU) No 1169/2011 aims to enhance consumer protection by ensuring clear and comprehensive food information, thereby facilitating informed dietary choices. Key provisions include mandatory labeling requirements, the prohibition of misleading information, and specific regulations for allergens and nutritional content, with a focus on clarity and legibility. The regulation applies to food business operators and is enforced to maintain consistency across the EU market, while also allowing flexibility to adapt to evolving consumer needs.AI