In 2022, Singapore introduced a system of Nutri-Grade measures which imposed mandatory nutrition labels and advertising prohibitions for designated beverages. While the measures currently apply only to beverages sold in Singapore in pre-packaged form and from non-customisable automated beverage dispensers, from end-2023, these requirements are set to be extended to freshly prepared beverages for sale in specified settings in Singapore. This would include bubble tea, freshly brewed coffee or tea, and freshly squeezed juices. Additional labelling requirements will also be introduced in respect of both existing designated beverages and freshly prepared beverages.
To facilitate the new measures, the Ministry of Health and the Health Promotion Board have launched a consultation to seek feedback on the proposed new legislation under the Sale of Food Act 1973. Businesses involved in the production and sale of such beverages need to be aware of the proposed measures and how it may affect their operations, and should submit any relevant feedback before the consultation ends on 13 April 2023.
This Update provides a summary of the key changes under the new measures and the proposed new legislation.
