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Health Supplement Label Regulations: Comparison of Mainland China and Hong Kong Labeling Requirements

Supplement labeling regulations are critical for product compliance. This guide compares mainland China and Hong Kong requirements, outlines core elements, addresses common issues, and offers compliance recommendations to help brands navigate the landscape.

Health Supplement Label Regulations: Comparison of Mainland China and Hong Kong Requirements

Introduction

Supplements labels are a key source of product information for consumers and a primary focus of regulatory compliance checks. Mainland China and Hong Kong have different labeling requirements, so brands must ensure their labels comply with the regulations of their target market.

I. Label Requirements Comparison

| Element | Mainland China | Hong Kong |

|------|---------|------|

| Language | Simplified Chinese | Traditional Chinese / English |

| Product Name | Must follow naming rules | Relatively flexible |

| Ingredients List | All Ingredients Must Be Listed | Key Ingredients Must Be Listed |

| Nutrition Facts | Mandatory | Voluntary |

| Health Function | Must Match Approved Claims | No Therapeutic Claims Allowed |

| Warning | Mandatory | Product-dependent |

| Production Information | Manufacturer and Address | Manufacturer and Address |

| Shelf Life | Mandatory Requirement | Mandatory Requirement |

II. Core Elements

| Element | Description |

|------|------|

| Product Name | Accurate and truthful; must not be misleading |

| Ingredients | Listed in descending order of quantity |

| Nutritional Information | Energy, Protein, Fat, etc. |

| How to Use | Dosage and Usage Instructions |

| Suitable for | Suitable and Unsuitable Groups |

| Shelf Life | Production Date and Expiration Date |

| Storage Conditions | Storage Instructions |

| Production Information | Manufacturer Name and Address |

III. Frequently Asked Questions

| Issue | Description |

|------|------|

| Claims | Must not claim to treat or prevent disease |

| Ingredient Content | Must match actual content |

| Label Language | Must use the official language of the target market |

| Font size | Must meet minimum font requirements |

IV. Compliance Recommendations

| Suggestion | Description |

|------|------|

| Pre-approval | Understand target market regulations before design |

| Professional Review | Label content reviewed by professionals |

| Sample Confirmation | Confirm label sample before mass production |

| Continuously Updated | Keep pace with regulatory changes and update promptly |

5. Label Support for Yusan Nutrition

Yuanan Nutrition provides label support for brands:

  • Label Regulation Consultation
  • Label Design Review
  • Multi-language label support
  • Label Compliance Guarantee
  • Summary

    Supplement labeling regulations are a critical part of product compliance. Brands should fully understand the labeling requirements in their target markets to ensure compliance. Yu'an Nutrition leverages its extensive labeling expertise to provide brands with comprehensive labeling support.

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