Guidance on the use of the terms 'vegetarian' and 'vegan' in food labelling

Thursday 6 April 2006

There is no definition in law of the terms 'vegetarian' or 'vegan' either at UK or European level. This document identifies the legislation relevant to the use of these terms, other legislation relevant to ingredient listing of animal products and provides advice on labelling foods as 'suitable for vegetarians' / 'vegetarian' or 'suitable for vegans' / 'vegan'.

This Guidance applies only to food for human consumption.