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04/29/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/30/2026 07:33

Colombia: Colombia to Change Front of Pack Labeling Requirements for Processed Products

On April 21, 2026, Colombia's Ministry of Health released draft regulations amending the front-of-pack labeling (FOPL) requirements for processed products that Colombia first established in 2021. The draft introduces new definitions for "ultra-processed" products, "ultra-processed ingredients," and "cosmetic additives," along with a new rectangular FOPL for "ultra-processed" products. The Ministry of Health will accept comments for its local consultation until May 6, 2026.
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