At the first stage, from July 2021, labeling will be voluntary. At the second stage, from January 1, 2025, it will be mandatory. This applies both to products imported into the country and those produced within the republic.

Uzbekistan is set to introduce labeling of products with a high content of salt, sugar and fat, as well as other harmful additives from July 1, 2021, pursuant to the presidential decree "On additional measures to ensure healthy nutrition of the population".

At the first stage, from July 2021, labeling will be voluntary. At the second stage, from January 1, 2025, it will be mandatory. This applies both to products imported into the country and those produced within the republic.

Color marking is expected to convey reliable information to the consumer and help them choose healthier foods — excessive consumption of sugar, saturated fatty acids, salt leads to the development of cardiovascular diseases, arterial hypertension, diabetes.

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