Expansion of the Use of the Term “Healthy”
This guidance document assists establishments that use the implied nutrient content claim “healthy” on their labels. It maintains consistent requirements for food labels by allowing the same uses of the claim “healthy” for meat and poultry products as are currently allowed for food products under the Food and Drug Administration’s jurisdiction. This guidance document relates to 9 CFR 317.363(b) and 381.463(b).
Disclaimer: The contents of this guidance document do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public in any way. This document is intended only to provide clarity to the public regarding existing requirements under the law or agency policies.