Notification No. 467 B.E. 2568<\/strong><\/a> on nutrition information labelling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThese notifications replace earlier annexes and clarify technical requirements for how nutritional information must be displayed<\/strong>. Both entered into force on 12 December 2025<\/strong>, allowing immediate use of the updated formats.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
<\/span>Key Changes to GDA Labelling Requirements<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nUnder Notification No. 466, Thailand updated the rules governing front-of-pack GDA displays<\/strong> for energy, sugar, fat<\/strong> and sodium<\/strong>.<\/p>\nKey changes:<\/p>\n
\n- Greater flexibility in border and line colors<\/strong>, provided they contrast clearly with the label background<\/li>\n
- Continued requirement for clear, legible text<\/strong>, placed prominently on the front of the package<\/li>\n
- A general requirement for a white background<\/strong> inside the GDA symbol<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Exceptions now apply for certain packaging formats where technical constraints<\/strong> exist, including:<\/p>\n\n- Large outer packaging<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Multipacks <\/strong>or bundled<\/strong> products<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Corrugated cardboard boxes <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
In these cases, alternative background colors may be used if readability is maintained.<\/p>\n
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<\/span>Improved Consistency Between GDA and Nutrition Information Panels<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nThe amended rules also improve alignment between GDA symbols<\/strong> and the nutrition information panel.<\/strong><\/p>\nManufacturers may now:<\/p>\n
\n- Use terms such as \u201ctotal sugar\u201d<\/strong> instead of \u201csugar\u201d<\/li>\n
- Use \u201ctotal fat\u201d<\/strong> instead of \u201cfat\u201d, where appropriate<\/li>\n
- Match nutrient terminology<\/strong> across all nutrition-related label elements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
This change aims to reduce consumer confusion and create consistency across front- and back-of-pack information.<\/p>\n
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<\/strong><\/h3>\n <\/p>\n
<\/span>Nutrition Information Panel Rules Clarified<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nNotification No. 467 revises technical requirements for the nutrition information panel.<\/p>\n
Updated rules include:<\/p>\n
\n- Mandatory use of a white background<\/strong> for the panel<\/li>\n
- Text and borders must be:\n
\n- Clearly legible<\/strong><\/li>\n
- In consistent colors<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Sized according to prescribed minimum font requirements<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
As with GDA labelling, exemptions apply for large or bundled packaging where white backgrounds are technically impractical, provided visibility and legibility are preserved.<\/p>\n
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<\/span>Proposed Amendments Expand Mandatory Food Labelling Content<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nIn parallel, the FDA has published a draft amendment proposing broader changes to<\/strong> food labelling regulations. <\/strong>These proposals would further affect packaging design and information layout.<\/p>\n<\/span>Expanded Allergen Declarations<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nThe draft introduces additional allergens that must be declared, including:<\/p>\n
\n- Sesame<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Celery<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Mustard<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Lupin<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
It also requires individual identification <\/strong>of tree nuts, such as almonds, cashews, walnuts, pistachios, and others.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
<\/span>Revised Rules for Food Additives<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nProposed changes would:<\/p>\n
\n- Require<\/strong> clearer identification of additive functions<\/li>\n
- Allow<\/strong> disclosure of multiple technological functions where relevant<\/li>\n
- Exempt<\/strong> certain substances from declaration, including carriers and packaging gases<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/span>Voluntary Digital Labelling Introduced<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nThe proposed amendment also introduces digital labelling<\/strong> as a voluntary option for eligible foods.<\/p>\nUnder the draft rules:<\/p>\n
\n- Full labelling information may be provided digitally<\/li>\n
- Core information must still appear on the physical package<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Digital labelling would not<\/strong> be permitted for:<\/p>\n\n- Infant formula<\/strong> and infant foods<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Foods for special medical purposes<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Dietary<\/strong> supplements<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Foods with added extracts, nutrients, or synthetic substances<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/span>Transitional Periods for Industry Adjustment<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nTo support implementation, the FDA has included transition periods<\/strong> allowing continued sale of non-compliant labels for up to three years<\/strong>, depending on the product and packaging type. This gives industry time to update label designs, printing processes, and regulatory documentation.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
<\/span>Conclusion: Clearer Rules and Higher Expectations for Packaging Compliance<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nThailand\u2019s latest FDA amendments reflect a broader shift toward clearer, more flexible and internationally aligned food labelling rules. For the packaging industry, the changes balance improved design flexibility with more detailed requirements for nutrition, allergens and consumer information.<\/p>\n
As further amendments move through consultation, companies supplying packaged foods to Thailand should assess label layouts early and plan for both immediate compliance and future regulatory developments.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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