Europe
Switzerland
Last updated : June 14, 2026
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Switzerland applies the Federal Foodstuffs and Utility Articles Act (LDAI) and its ordinance (ODAI). Allergen information must be clear, visible and correct. The revised FADP strengthens health data protection.
Key regulatory texts
Loi fédérale sur les denrées alimentaires et les objets usuels (LDAI)
General framework for food safety, labelling and information, including allergens.
How CalcMenu helps
CalcMenu centralises allergen information in the kitchen and on menus.
Ordonnance du DFI sur les denrées alimentaires et les objets usuels (ODAI)
Specifies labelling rules, mandatory particulars and tolerances.
How CalcMenu helps
CalcMenu generates labels with mandatory particulars based on recipes.
Loi fédérale sur la protection des données (LPD/nFADP)
Health and dietary data are sensitive data subject to consent and documentation.
How CalcMenu helps
CalcMenu secures resident profiles and keeps a change history.
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