Verification of Information of the Labeling of Dairy Products of Cartagena de Indias Supermarkets

Abstract

Introduction: Labelling is used to help people choose foods for the nutrients that benefit them most but sometimes the content expressed on the label is not correct. Objective: To compare the data expressed on the labels of the different brands of milk, milk powder, cream, coastal cheese and yogurt with those found in this research. Materials and methods: Samples were taken from local markets, label information was taken, and a bromatological analysis of each product was also performed to compare with the values given by the manufacturer on the label. Results: The values of the parameters declared on the labels in most of the brands analyzed were lower than the actual values found and the data from the Colombian Technical Standard (NTC) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for each product. To prevent this type of event from continuing, greater control of the companies by the control bodies is necessary. Conclusions: Most valuable dairy products did not comply with national and international labelling rules, as they did not declare, reduce or increase the percentages of most of the parameters on the label.