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Chile's Black Labels Cut Calories 23.8%
4 May
Summary
- Mandatory black labels in Chile reduced high-calorie product purchases by 23.8%.
- These labels indicate products high in sugar, salt, or calories.
- Central American countries adopted this to increase consumer awareness.
In 2016, Chile introduced mandatory black labels on food products to signify high levels of sugar, salt, or calories. This direct consumer information proved effective, resulting in a notable 23.8% decline in the purchase of items high in calories.
The effectiveness of such clear labeling has prompted its adoption in multiple countries across Central America. This measure has demonstrably increased consumer awareness regarding product contents.
An advisor from the Pan American Health Organization highlighted that such labeling provides essential consumer information. Even a modest reduction in the consumption of ultra-processed foods would represent a significant public health benefit.
