PREPACKED FOR DIRECT SALE

Information for businesses who sell food that is prepacked for direct sale to consumers.

New legislation, which will require food businesses in Scotland to include the product name and full ingredients on food sold prepacked for direct sale (PPDS), comes into force on 1 October 2021 in Scotland and the rest of the UK. The new legislation will improve information about allergens and other ingredients in food packed in advance, mainly at the same place where it’s sold, before being offered to consumers.

Examples of PPDS foods include sandwiches placed into packaging by the food business and sold from the same premises, wrapped deli counter goods such as cheese and meats, and boxed salads placed on a refrigerated shelf prior to sale.

What information is required?

You must include the name of the food and the ingredients list with any of the 14 allergens required to be declared by law emphasised within it, if they are ingredients of the food. These need to be in line with the legal requirements that apply to naming the food and listing ingredients.

We have worked with the food industry to develop a comprehensive guidance document to support businesses in implementing these changes. This guidance outlines the information that must be supplied, examples of labels and best practice advice

PREPACKED FOR DIRECT SALE LABELLING GUIDANCE

Click here for information about the legislation that comes into force on 1 October 2021

Why is the law changing?

The law offers increased protection and confidence for consumers living with a food allergy or intolerance in the food they buy out and about. On pack information will include the 14 allergens specifically listed in food information law, as well as other ingredients which can trigger reactions.

This new requirement follows wide consultation, including engaging with business and enforcement stakeholders, and consumers on improving allergen information, to help prevent further food allergy deaths in the out of home environment.