Asia-Pacific
Malaysia
Last updated : June 14, 2026
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Malaysia applies the Food Act 1983 and Food Regulations 1985, complemented by JAKIM halal requirements. Labelling must be in Malay and/or English.
Key regulatory texts
Food Act 1983 / Food Regulations 1985
Mandatory labelling, allergens, nutrition claims and additives.
How CalcMenu helps
CalcMenu generates bilingual labels and calculates allergens per Malaysian lists.
JAKIM halal certification requirements
Requirements for ingredient traceability and halal integrity.
How CalcMenu helps
CalcMenu keeps ingredient and supplier records to facilitate halal audits.
Food Hygiene Regulations 2009
Hygiene requirements, staff training and record keeping for establishments.
How CalcMenu helps
CalcMenu keeps cleaning schedules, temperatures and training records.
Food Regulations (Amendment) — nutrition labelling
Mandatory nutrition information, sugars, sodium and fats on packaging.
How CalcMenu helps
CalcMenu calculates nutrition values for Malaysian labelling.