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ClearObject - Food Date Label Monitoring and Verification Software
The Food Labeling Act of 2023 is proposing to reshape the way products are labeled and usher in a new era of transparency and accountability. If passed, the FDA could begin to enforce these stricter guidelines on food date labels, sometimes referred to as “code date labels”, as early as January 2026 in efforts to improve transparency, reduce health and safety risks, and decrease environment impacts. ClearObject Vision AI solutions can be installed on your existing lines to identify if the code date label is missing, misplaced, hard to read, or if the printer is running low on ink. Proper labeling helps manufacturers avoid chargebacks and fines while maintaining compliance.
On May 9, 2023, the Food Labeling Act proposed new requirements for the way food products are labeled in efforts to bring about a new era of transparency and accountability. It is highly likely that distributors and retailers will use these guidelines to update their own requirements, so it is critical for those in the Food & Beverage industry to understand the implications of this new legislation.
The Act is scheduled to go into effect on January 1, 2026, so now is the time to prepare for compliance. Manufacturing leaders should investigate adopting innovative technologies like Vision AI as a crucial step toward ensuring compliance and maintaining consumer trust.
Increase Efficiency
Misplaced, unreadable, or missing code date labels can cause entire production runs to be scrapped, wasting time, money, and resources.
Build Consumer Trust
Today’s consumers rely on food date labels for health and safety. Shoppers expect their favorite brands to have labels that are clear and easy to understand.
Distributor Relationships
Beyond the FDA, distributors and retailers have their own guidelines for labeling. Following best practices will open more channels for distribution.
Consumer Safety
In the unfortunate event of a product recall, clear and legible code date labels are critical for efficient tracking and return processes.
Avoid Penalties
Pass inspections with flying colors! Lack of compliance may lead to fines or other penalties from both federal and local governments.