Friday, 27 June 2025
This report outlines energy (calories) and target nutrient thresholds for use in new product development in 13 food categories prioritised for reformulation in Ireland.
An energy and target nutrient threshold for a food category or subcategory is intended to be a maximum limit for the energy (calories) or nutrient in a new product that is being developed in that category or subcategory of foods. Food businesses should aim to not exceed this threshold and, if at all possible, aim for a lower level of energy (calories) or nutrient in a new food product. The energy (calories) and target nutrient thresholds have been developed to address industry feedback on the challenges of applying percentage nutrient reduction targets to new products.
