European barcode and RFID labeling software developer NiceLabel have introduced a new solution to help food suppliers achieve compliance with the new EU Food Labeling Regulation 1169/2011.
The solution has been developed to help companies manufacturing, selling or importing food into the EU market achieve compliance with the new regulation with minimal effort and without the requirement for new printers.
The solution generates smart labels, which allow companies to automatically highlight allergens without making any changes to their existing databases.
According to the company, the solution is said to be suitable for on-demand labeling including bakery, sandwich, delicatessen, and other retail and catering applications.
NiceLabel global marketing director Ken Moir said the labels produced by the food allergens solution automatically and clearly emphasize the 14 substances that are listed within the EU regulations.
"Once implemented, the database of allergens and related descriptors is easily maintained, also in the case of multi-lingual labels. NiceLabel is unique in that it allows users with no programming knowledge to create their own printing solutions," Moir added.
Starting 13 December 2014, all companies need to comply with the new regulation, which states the mandatory information on the package or label on food products.