Uzbekistan Introduces Digital Labeling For Water And Soft Drinks

The Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan "On the introduction of a mandatory digital labeling system for water and soft drinks" No. 631 dated November 1, 2022 (the "Resolution No. 631") introduces a phased digital labeling of water and soft drinks during 2023-2024.

According to the Resolution No. 631, the following dates for the start of mandatory digital labeling are established:

• fruit juices (not including grape must) and vegetable juices, unfermented and not containing added alcohol, with or without added sugar or other sweetening matter – from July 1, 2023;
• water and soft drinks in metal containers, including aluminum containers – from August 1, 2024.