Child Nutrition (CN) Labeling Program

The USDA, Child Nutrition (CN) Labeling Program provides food manufacturers the option to include a standardized food crediting statement on their product label. Labels must be authorized by USDA, FNS prior to use and manufacturers must have quality control procedures and inspection oversight that meet the FNS requirements. Products produced in accordance with the CN Labeling Program are generally purchased by foodservice providers for FNS meal programs.

General Background
	Who runs the Program?
	How does the Program work?
	What products can and cannot be CN labeled?
	Are manufacturers required to CN label products?
	Summary of CN Labeling Program
Authorized Manufacturers and Labels (updated 2/5/13)
	Monthly Report of Authorized CN Label Manufacturers
	Monthly Report of Authorized CN Labels
	FNS-Assigned and Equal-to-Federal Establishment Numbers
	National Marine Fisheries Service Establishment Numbers
	Food Safety and Inspection Service Establishment Numbers
Food Manufacturers/Industry (updated 1/15/13)
	CN Labeling Policies and Procedures
	Quality Control (QC) Requirements
	Monitoring QC Compliance
	Transition of CN Label Review Function from FNS to AMS
	Program Manuals
	Helpful Links
	Tips for Submitting CN Labels
	CN Label Reviews
	Manufacturers Product Formulation Statement (PFS)
FNS Meal Programs
	What are the advantages of using CN labels
	Are CN labeled products more nutritious?
	Do CN labeled products cost more?
	How do I identify a CN label?

For additional information about the CN Labeling Program contact:

Child Nutrition Labeling Program Operations Office
USDA, AMS, FV, PPB
Stop 0247, Room 0710-S

1400 Independence Ave., SW

Washington, DC 20250

E-mail: CNLabeling@ams.usda.gov

Phone: (202) 720-9939

Fax: (202) 690-3824

Last modified: 02/05/2013