Food Packaging Quiz: Test Your Knowledge with Flashcards

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What should be included in close proximity to the name of the food on the label?

Words describing the smell of the food

Phrases to describe the color of the food

Nutritional information

Additional words to avoid misleading the consumer (correct)

How should all ingredients be listed on the label?

Randomly

In descending order of ingoing weight (correct)

Alphabetically

In ascending order of ingoing weight

When can a compound ingredient be declared as such in the list of ingredients?

If it constitutes less than 5% of the food (correct)

If it is a single ingredient food

If it is a generic name

If it is made up of three or more ingredients

What is the purpose of listing compound ingredients immediately accompanied by a list in brackets?

To list their individual ingredients Signup and view all the answers

When is it not necessary to declare the ingredients other than food additives on a label?

When a compound ingredient constitutes less than 5% of the food Signup and view all the answers

Which type of name should be used for a prepackaged food according to Codex standards?

A common or usual name existing by common usage Signup and view all the answers

When should a 'coined' or 'fanciful' name be used for labelling prepackaged foods?

Only when there is no common or usual name available Signup and view all the answers

What type of name should be avoided when labelling prepackaged foods?

Coined or fanciful names unrelated to the food Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario allows for the use of a 'brand' name for prepackaged food labelling?

When it is accompanied by an appropriate descriptive term Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the name on a prepackaged food label?

To accurately reflect the true nature of the food Signup and view all the answers

What does 'prepackaged' mean in the context provided?

Packaged or made up in advance in a container Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'processing aid' as per the text?

A material intentionally used during processing for a technological purpose Signup and view all the answers

What are 'Foods for Catering Purposes' as described in the passage?

Foods for immediate consumption in institutions like restaurants and schools Signup and view all the answers

How should prepackaged food be described on labels?

In a manner that creates an erroneous impression about its character Signup and view all the answers

What should prepackaged food labels avoid according to the text?

Using terms that might confuse the consumer with other similar products Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Claim' refer to in the context of the standard for the labelling of prepackaged foods?

Qualities relating to the food's origin or composition Signup and view all the answers

In the context of prepackaged foods, what does 'Date of Manufacture' represent?

The date when the food becomes the final product as described Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the last date of offer for sale to the consumer according to the standard for prepackaged foods?

Sell-by-Date Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'Container' in relation to prepackaged foods as per the standard?

Any packaging of food for delivery as a single item Signup and view all the answers

According to the standard, who are referred to as 'Consumers' in relation to prepackaged foods?

Persons and families purchasing and receiving food for personal needs Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Mandatory Labelling of Prepackaged Foods

The name of the food must indicate its true nature and be specific, not generic.
If a name is established in a Codex standard, it must be used; otherwise, the name prescribed by national legislation applies.
In the absence of a standard or national name, a common or usual name can be used, as long as it's not misleading or confusing to the consumer.
A "coined", "fanciful", "brand" name, or "trade mark" can be used, but it must be accompanied by one of the above-mentioned names.
Additional words or phrases must be included to avoid misleading the consumer about the food's true nature and physical condition.

List of Ingredients

A list of ingredients is required, except for single-ingredient foods.
The list must be headed with the term "ingredient" and include all ingredients in descending order of ingoing weight.
Compound ingredients can be listed, but their components must be declared in brackets, in descending order of proportion.
If a compound ingredient makes up less than 5% of the food, its ingredients don't need to be declared, except for food additives.

Definitions

"Prepackaged" means packaged or made up in advance in a container, ready for offer to the consumer or for catering purposes.
"Processing Aid" means a substance or material used in processing to fulfill a technological purpose, which may result in residues or derivatives in the final product.
"Foods for Catering Purposes" means foods for use in restaurants, canteens, schools, hospitals, and similar institutions.

General Principles

Prepackaged food must not be described or presented in a manner that is false, misleading, or deceptive.
Prepackaged food must not be described or presented in a way that suggests a connection with another product.

Codex Standard

The Codex Standard applies to the labelling of all prepackaged foods offered to the consumer or for catering purposes.
The standard defines terms such as "Claim", "Consumer", "Container", "Date of Manufacture", "Date of Packaging", and "Sell-by-Date".

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