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Marmelade Darf Ab Heute Marmelade Heissen

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New regulations are now in effect that clarify labeling rules for spreads, allowing products made from various fruits to be labeled simply as "Marmelade." Additionally, the rules governing honey have been updated, requiring producers to list all source countries and their precise weight percentages on labels.

Key points

  • The new regulations eliminate confusion regarding whether a spread should be called 'Konfitüre' or 'Fruchtaufstrich,' allowing for the simple term 'Marmelade.'
  • Previously, EU law required that only spreads made from citrus fruits could be labeled as 'Marmelade,' while others had to use 'Konfitüre.'
  • The labeling of honey must now specify all source countries and list them in descending order of their proportion, including the percentage weight.
  • These changes are implemented through a federal agricultural ministry ordinance that nationalizes an existing EU directive.

Claims assessed

  • VerifiableMarmelade can now be labeled as such regardless of whether it is made from citrus fruits or other berries/fruits.
  • VerifiableThe new honey labeling rules require listing all source countries and their weight percentages, replacing vague descriptions like 'mixture of EU and non-EU honey.'

Missing context

The article does not specify the exact date when these regulations were finalized or passed by the EU/German government, only that they are now in effect.

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