Overview
The USDA requires nutrition labeling for most meat and poultry products and some other products under its jurisdiction.
Formula Management provides a USDA Label format for products that require USDA nutrition labeling. The USDA label uses a nutrition format based on the earlier Nutrition Labeling and Education Act (NLEA) requirements.
When using the USDA Label format, the nutrition information displayed follows the requirements applicable to USDA-regulated products.
Key differences from the standard USA Nutrition Facts label include:
- Calories from Fat is required.
- Trans Fat is voluntary.
- Potassium is voluntary.
- Added Sugars is included with Total Sugars.
- Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Calcium, and Iron are required. Vitamin D and Potassium are not required.
- Vitamin A, Vitamin D, and Vitamin C use IU as the unit of measure.
How to Generate a USDA Label
Step 1: Open the Formulas tab. Search for and select the formula you want to label.
Step 2: Select the Labeling sub-tab > Consumer Nutrition.
Step 3: Under Consumer Nutrition, select View for USDA Label.
Formula Management generates the USDA label based on the formula's nutrition information and applicable USDA label requirements.
Download the USDA Label
After reviewing the label, use the available download option to save the label as a PDF.
The PDF can be used for review, printing, or further design work as needed.