FDA 2020 Compliant

Create a Nutrition Facts Label

Enter your serving size and nutrient values below, pick one of the six FDA 2020 formats, and download a print-ready 300 DPI panel — in under three minutes, with no signup.

Quick Answer

Free FDA-compliant nutrition facts label generator. Enter your product's serving size, calories, and nutrient values; choose from six FDA 2020 formats (vertical, dual-column, tabular, linear, aggregate, bilingual); and download a print-ready label as PNG or PDF in under 3 minutes. No signup, no watermarks, no usage caps. All processing happens in your browser — nutritional data is never uploaded.

Label Format

Basic Information

Fats & Cholesterol

Sodium & Carbohydrates

Vitamins & Minerals

Live Preview

Nutrition Facts

servings per container

Serving size

Amount per serving

Calories

% Daily Value*

Total Fat g0%
Cholesterol mg0%
Sodium mg0%
Total Carbohydrate g0%
Protein g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 0mg0%
Iron 0mg0%
Potassium 0mg0%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

High-quality 2x resolution image

Advertisement

How to use this nutrition label generator

1

Enter serving information

Start by defining your serving size (amount in household measure, like "1 cup" or "3 cookies") and servings per container. These appear at the top of your label and determine how all nutrient values are displayed.

2

Input nutrient values

Enter values for each nutrient per serving: Calories, Total Fat, Saturated Fat, Trans Fat, Cholesterol, Sodium, Total Carbohydrate, Dietary Fiber, Total Sugars, Added Sugars, Protein, Vitamin D, Calcium, Iron, and Potassium. Percent Daily Values are calculated automatically based on FDA reference amounts.

3

Select label format

Choose the format that fits your packaging: Standard Vertical (default FDA format for most products), Tabular (horizontal layout for wide packages), or Linear (for very small packages).

4

Generate and download

Click "Download Label" to preview your nutrition facts panel. Download as PNG for digital use or send directly to your printer. Labels are print-ready at high resolution.

Tips for accurate nutrition labels

Use reliable nutrient data

The USDA FoodData Central database provides nutrient values for thousands of ingredients. For packaged products, use values from supplier specifications or laboratory analysis.

Round correctly

FDA regulations specify rounding rules for each nutrient. Our generator handles rounding automatically—simply enter your calculated values.

Verify serving sizes

FDA defines Reference Amounts Customarily Consumed (RACCs) for food categories. Your serving size should reasonably align with these standards.

Consider laboratory testing

For products making nutrient content claims ("low sodium," "high fiber") or sold through major retailers, lab analysis provides defensible accuracy.

Label format guidelines

FormatWhen to UseMinimum Package Size
Standard VerticalDefault for most products40+ sq inches
TabularLimited vertical space40+ sq inches
LinearVery small packagesUnder 12 sq inches
Dual ColumnSingle-serve packagesAny size
BilingualMulti-language marketsAny size

What nutrients are required on FDA nutrition labels?

The FDA mandates these nutrients appear on all nutrition facts labels (in order):

Core Nutrients

  1. 1Calories
  2. 2Total Fat (with Saturated Fat, Trans Fat)
  3. 3Cholesterol
  4. 4Sodium
  5. 5Total Carbohydrate (with Fiber, Sugars, Added Sugars)
  6. 6Protein

Required Vitamins & Minerals

  1. 7Vitamin D
  2. 8Calcium
  3. 9Iron
  4. 10Potassium

Additional nutrients (Vitamins A, C, other minerals) may be listed voluntarily or when making related claims.

Need help with nutritional calculations?

This generator creates labels from values you provide. If you need to calculate nutritional values for a recipe:

Use ingredient databases

USDA FoodData Central offers free access to nutrient data for thousands of foods.

Account for cooking changes

Some nutrients change with cooking methods. Factor this into your calculations.

Calculate per serving

Divide total recipe nutrients by the number of servings to get per-serving values.

For commercial products, consider professional nutritional analysis services for the highest accuracy.

Questions? View our complete FAQ

Choose a specific FDA label format

The generator above produces every FDA 2020 format. If you already know which format your packaging requires, these pages cover the specific rules, the FDA trigger conditions, and a generator preset for each.

Common questions about creating a nutrition facts label

How do I create a nutrition facts label?

Enter your serving size and servings per container, add your per-serving nutrient values (calories, fats, sodium, carbohydrates, protein, and the four mandatory micronutrients), choose one of the six FDA 2020 formats, then download the finished panel as a 300 DPI PNG or a print-ready PDF. The whole process takes under three minutes and requires no account.

Can I create a nutrition facts label for free?

Yes. This generator is free with no usage cap, no signup, and no watermark on the output. Labels are rendered locally in your browser, so your recipe data is never uploaded to or stored on a server.

Which FDA nutrition label format should I use?

Use the standard vertical format for most packages over 40 square inches. Use tabular when vertical space is limited, linear for packages under 12 square inches, dual column for products containing 2–3 servings that could be eaten in one sitting, aggregate for variety packs, and bilingual when you need English and Spanish on the same panel.

Do I need lab testing to create a nutrition facts label?

Not in most cases. The FDA permits nutrient values derived from a database calculation using a reliable source such as USDA FoodData Central. Laboratory analysis is recommended for heavily processed products, fried or coated foods, and any product making a nutrient content claim such as "low sodium" or "high fiber." Our calculation vs lab testing guide covers the decision in detail.

What resolution are the downloaded labels?

Labels export at 300 DPI, which is print-ready for commercial packaging. You can download as PNG or PDF, and neither carries a watermark.

How this generator builds your label

We are transparent about exactly what the tool does. You enter your nutrient values and serving information; we arrange them into the layout the FDA specifies in 21 CFR 101.9 — correct nutrient order, the mandatory items added in the 2020 update (added sugars, Vitamin D, potassium), minimum font sizes, and the bold calorie display. Percent Daily Values are computed automatically from the FDA's published reference values, and figures are rounded using the FDA's rounding conventions.

Everything is rendered locally in your browser. The data you enter is not uploaded to or stored on our servers, so a proprietary recipe stays private. Finished labels export as a 300 DPI PNG or a print-ready PDF — no watermark, no signup.

Reference data for calculating your own values comes from the USDA's FoodData Central. Important: the tool formats and calculates, but does not verify the accuracy of the values you enter, and does not by itself guarantee compliance. For commercial products, confirm your label against current regulations with a food regulatory specialist. Full details are in our disclaimer.