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Question: Can the term shortbread used in connection with biscuits &
cookies stand on its own as a common name?
Answer: Yes, the common name “shortbread” should be recognized
as a type of biscuit. It has been used in association with biscuits & cookies for many
years and has a distinct identity of its own. A common name is defined as what a product
is generally known, if it is not defined by regulations. (signed off August 2004)
Question: Is it acceptable to declare a serving size for bread as 2 slices (72
grams), even though the suggested serving size for bread is shown in the 2003 Guide to
Food Labelling and Advertising as 25-60 grams (1 or 2 slices), for the purposes of
nutrition labelling?
Answer: Serving size ranges are suggested in Table 6-3 of the 2003 Guide.
Manufacturers have the option of using serving sizes that differ from the suggestions in
the table provided they are reasonable and not misleading. Note that there are very
specific requirements for single serving containers, see 6.2.3 of the 2003 Guide. The
manner in which the serving size is presented must be as per the FDR. For more
information, see Section C.1 of
the Nutrition Labelling Toolkit. (updated 2006) |
