Conformidade da rotulagem de produtos lácteos e não lácteos com as legislações: uma revisão.

Abstract

Several studies have identified non-conformities in the labeling of both dairy and non-dairy products in relation to Brazilian laws, especially regarding the absence of mandatory information required by the Resolutions of Collegiate Boards (RDCs), which compromises consumers' right to information and food safety. The objective of this study was to analyze, based on existing literature and current legislation, the compliance of information presented on the labels of dairy and non-dairy products, assessing their clarity and accuracy for consumers. The methodology adopted consisted of a bibliographic review, supported by the PRISMA approach (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses), with the aim of improving the reporting of reviews. Articles published between 2019 and 2023 were researched using the databases Google Scholar and the CAPES Journal Portal. The keywords used for the search were: labeling, yogurt, and legislation. As exclusion criteria, articles outside the established time range and publications in languages other than Portuguese were disregarded. After analyzing the abstracts, 15 articles relevant to the topic were initially identified, of which 5 were selected for detailed review. The studies analyzed identified several non-conformities in the labels of dairy and non-dairy products, especially related to the absence of mandatory information (ingredient list, product origin, household measures, nutritional information), inappropriate use of claims, and issues with legibility. These irregularities compromise consumer transparency and food safety. The results highlight recurring failures in labeling and reinforce the need for increased oversight and compliance by the food industry.