Area
Spain
Commodity Group
Oilseeds, oils and meals
Commodity
Olive oil
Date
01/02/2021
Policy Category
Other
Policy Instrument
Food labelling
Description
Determined that, in Spain, the Nutri-Score food labelling system proposed for EU-wide implementation in 2021 would not apply to extra virgin olive oil, arguing that the scheme failed to adequately reflect the oils health benefits.
Notes
SPAIN food policies (nutritional information olive oil): The Consumer Affairs Ministry informed that, in Spain, the controversial Nutri-Score food labelling system proposed for EU-wide implementation in 2021 would not apply to extra virgin olive oil, as the scheme fails to adequately reflect the oils health benefits. (See also MPPU Mar.20 & Jan.21)
