This checklist covers all mandatory label requirements for foods with added health benefits and fortification in Australia to ensure compliance before print.
Functional Foods in Australia & New Zealand is subject to specific regulatory requirements under Food Standards Code. This category often has stricter rules than standard packaged food — especially regarding health claims, ingredient restrictions, and mandatory warnings.
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Start Your Compliance CheckYes — Functional Foods often has additional requirements beyond standard food labeling, including specific warnings, restricted ingredients, authorized claims only, and category-specific composition requirements under Food Standards Code.
Review before every new product launch, recipe change, regulatory update, or when entering a new market. Regulations in specialized food categories like infant food and meal replacements change more frequently.
Last updated: 2026-04-01
Disclaimer: This information is for guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult official regulations and seek professional legal advice for specific compliance questions.
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