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This advice applies to all UK food business operators other than primary producers (for example, farmers and growers).
Find out what information you need to show on products made of or containing meat that you sell to the public.
Information for schools, colleges, and nurseries on the changes to allergen labelling for prepacked for direct sale (PPDS) food, also known as Natasha's Law.
Our guides can help your food business get the most out of your food hygiene rating. We have imagery guidance, downloadable resources, and banners you can use for your website and social media channels.
A guide to the regulated products framework. This guidance explains how food regulations apply to cell-cultivated products.
Apply for a temporary Certificate of Competence to slaughter or kill animals under the Welfare of Animals at the Time of Killing (WATOK) regulations.
Regulations that brewers and contract brewers must comply with when producing beer to sell.
Guidance if you are intending to slaughter animals for human consumption or as food for other animals.
The FSA is responsible for animal feed legislation which covers the manufacture of feed for non-food producing animals including pet food and pet treats.
Information on our recalls and alerts subscription service.
What food supplements are and what you need to do as a business to sell them.
This guidance applies to all types of flour including wheat, gluten free, corn, gram, and rice flour. It may also be helpful when considering the risks associated with sensory play and craft activities using flour where this…
Use our online service to find a food business' hygiene rating.
How to provide allergen information for non-prepacked foods in the most effective way and manner preferred by consumers.
Precision bred organisms: application guidance
Legislation on animal feed applies to a wide range of animal feed businesses and activities. This page contains further guidance on key legislation affecting businesses involved with animal feed.
Guidance on allergens for caterers in schools, hospitals and care homes.
Overview of key regulation on food contact materials.
Guidance on importing herbs and spices from third countries.
The risks of marine biotoxins and phytoplankton that infect shellfish and what food businesses can do about them.
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