Archives for August 22, 2007

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New backless labels good for environment?

By  Charlotte Eyre

A new range of labels are beneficial for the pocket as well as the environment, its UK supplier claims, as they don't need the paper traditionally used for lining.

Packaging mark to authenticate Chinese food

By  George Reynolds

A new mark required on the packaging of Chinese food exports from next month will allow importers to tell certified products from fakes, according to food safety officials.

Salt per serving tricks consumers, regulator says

By  Jess Halliday

Some manufacturers are deliberately 'hoodwinking' consumers over salt content, claims a new report from UK regulators that says more action needs to be taken for salt reduction targets to be met by 2010.