🇪🇺 Beverages Checklist for EU

Drink and liquid product requirements in European Union involves multiple regulatory requirements under FIC Regulation 1169/2011. Key EU-specific points: Annex II of Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011 lists the 14 mandatory allergens, and Article 21 requires each one to be emphasised within the ingredients list (for example in bold). A separate "contains" box cannot replace the in-list emphasis.

• Volume declaration prominent
• Alcohol content (if applicable)
• Ingredients and allergens
• Nutrition information
• Recycling symbols
• Deposit markings (where required)
• Best before date
• Storage instructions
• EU-specific: Energy declared in both kJ and kcal per 100 g/100 ml
• EU-specific: QUID percentage shown for ingredients named in the product name
• EU-specific: FBO name and EU address (or EU importer) present
• EU-specific: Label language matches the member state of sale
• EU-specific: Allergens emphasised within the ingredients list per Annex II

• Missing mandatory information
• Incorrect ingredient order
• Insufficient allergen emphasis
• Outdated nutrition values
• Incomplete business address

• EU FIC Regulation 1169/2011
• EFSA Guidance

Last updated: 2026-07-20

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.