Please advise if Mooncake and its filling (White Lotus, Red Bean or any kinds) is eligible to apply for Singapore Healthier Choice Symbol (HCS) from Singapore Health Promotion Board (HPB). If yes, please advise guideline on the nutrients level to achieve in order to apply for the HCS.

Question

Please advise if Mooncake and its filling (White Lotus, Red Bean or any kinds) is eligible to apply for Singapore Healthier Choice Symbol (HCS) from Singapore Health Promotion Board (HPB). If yes, please advise guideline on the nutrients level to achieve in order to apply for the HCS.

May 15, 2018

ANSWER

Mooncake is eligible to apply for the Healthier Choice Symbol (HCS) according to Healthier Choice Symbol Nutrient Guidelines under the Health Promotion Board.

The claims of “Lower in Sugar” and “Lower in Saturated Fat” are permitted taglines that can complement the HCS logo on the packaging, provided that the mooncake has met the following criteria:

Reference

Health Promotion Board. (2018). Healthier Choice Symbol Nutrient Guidelines.

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Question

Please advise if Mooncake and its filling (White Lotus, Red Bean or any kinds) is eligible to apply for Singapore Healthier Choice Symbol (HCS) from Singapore Health Promotion Board (HPB). If yes, please advise guideline on the nutrients level to achieve in order to apply for the HCS.

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