Matvareregistre

Matvareregistre, translating roughly to “food product registry,” refers to a registry or database that catalogs information about food products. It is typically maintained by a governmental authority, a regulatory agency, or an industry consortium, and it serves as an authoritative source for product identification and regulatory compliance.

The registry collects and stores details such as product name, brand, supplier or manufacturer, category, barcodes or EAN, ingredients list, allergens, nutrition information, additives, storage instructions, origin or country of manufacture, packaging size, and registration or approval status. It may also include information on labeling compliance, packaging dates, recalls, and certificates. The data is used to support regulatory oversight, consumer information, supply-chain management, and scientific research on diet and nutrition.

Governance and standards vary by jurisdiction, but matvareregistre typically aligns with broader food-regulatory frameworks and data standards. Data quality is ensured through validation processes, periodic updates from the industry, and cross-referencing with other sources such as nutrition databases or recall alerts. In some systems, data are open to the public through online search portals or APIs, while other versions may restrict access due to commercial sensitivity or privacy considerations.

Related concepts include nutrition composition databases, allergen and additive registries, and product recall registries. Matvareregistre plays a role in transparency, consumer safety, and informed decision-making in the food sector, enabling authorities, retailers, researchers, and consumers to verify product information efficiently.