Thailand's Ministry of Public Health Notification No. 456 (B.E. 2568): Labeling Requirements for Certain Processed Foods

"The Thai Ministry of Public Health Notification No. 456 (B.E. 2568) outlines mandatory labeling requirements for specific categories of prepackaged processed foods intended for direct consumer sale, effective on 3 May 2025. These products include items such as: Ready-to-eat packaged meals: Brown rice flour, Display of Labels of Instant Jelly and Jelly cakes, Sauce in Sealed Containers, bread, Chewing Gum and Candy, Labeling of Ready-to-Cook Foods and Ready to Eat Immediately, Meat Products. The regulation mandates that labels clearly display product names, ingredient lists, allergen information, net weight, nutritional data, expiration dates, and manufacturer/importer details. It also ensures imported products follow the same labeling standards as domestically produced ones. The goal is to enhance transparency, protect consumer health, and align with international food labeling practices."