PRODUCT TRANSPARENCY
Ingredients, Allergens & Nutrition Information
Understand the ingredient, allergen and nutritional information international buyers should review when sourcing Mediterranean foods from STAR FOODS.
PRODUCT INFORMATION FOR INTERNATIONAL BUYERS
Clear Ingredient and Nutrition Information Starts with the Right Product
For importers, distributors, retailers and foodservice buyers, understanding a food product means reviewing more than its name or appearance. Ingredients, allergens, nutrition information and labeling details all contribute to product evaluation.
STAR FOODS for Olives and Food Industries L.L.C. is an Egyptian Mediterranean food producer established in 1999. Our product categories include olives, peppers, pickled cucumbers, artichokes, grape leaves and tomato products.
This page is a practical guide to the information buyers should request for a specific product. It does not publish universal ingredient lists, allergen declarations or nutrition values. Those details must be verified against the approved documentation for the selected product and packaging format.
INGREDIENT TRANSPARENCY
Why a Product-Specific Ingredient List Matters
Products within the same category may use different preparations, packing media or additional ingredients. A whole olive, a pepper-stuffed olive and a sliced olive should not automatically be assumed to share the same ingredient declaration.
Buyers should confirm:
- The full ingredient declaration for the exact SKU
- The correct ingredient order and naming conventions
- Any additives and their required declarations
- Components of fillings, sauces and packing media
- Applicable ingredient-related market restrictions
- Whether the formulation matches approved label artwork
Product-specific documents should be reviewed before finalizing a commercial label or importing goods.
SIX PRODUCT CATEGORIES
Ingredient Questions by Mediterranean Food Category
Each category has its own formulation and presentation considerations. The questions below are a buyer’s review guide, not a declaration of ingredients used in every STAR FOODS product.
Olives
Confirm the olive variety, preparation, filling if present, packing medium and all declared ingredients. Different green, ripe black and Kalamata olive products may require separate ingredient reviews.
Peppers
Identify the pepper variety, whole or sliced presentation, ingredient composition, seasoning and packing medium for the selected product.
Pickled Cucumbers
Review the cucumber preparation, including whole, spear or sliced format, together with the product’s actual pickling ingredients and declarations.
Artichokes
Confirm whether the product consists of hearts, bottoms, quarters or artichokes with stem, and request its complete ingredient and packing-medium details.
Grape Leaves
For grape leaves in brine, request the approved ingredient declaration and any relevant information about the packing medium.
Tomato Products
Tomato paste, whole peeled tomatoes and pizza sauce are different product types. Review each formulation and its ingredient declaration separately.
Important: Do not infer the presence or absence of salt, vinegar, preservatives, oils, spices, allergens or other ingredients from a product’s category name alone.
ALLERGEN REVIEW
Allergen Declarations Require Product-Level Verification
Food allergen requirements vary between markets. Buyers should evaluate the ingredients of the exact product alongside any relevant cross-contact information and destination-specific labeling rules.
A useful allergen enquiry may request:
- A current product-specific allergen declaration
- Ingredient-derived allergen information
- Information relevant to potential cross-contact
- Any applicable precautionary labeling rationale
- Confirmation of the product and packaging covered
- The document revision or issue date
Never assume a product is allergen-free, gluten-free or suitable for a specific dietary restriction without supporting documentation.
BUYER REFERENCE TABLE
What to Check in Ingredient and Allergen Documentation
| Review area | Information to request | Purchasing relevance |
|---|---|---|
| Product identity | Exact product name, preparation and reference | Prevents applying a declaration to the wrong SKU |
| Ingredient list | Complete approved formulation declaration | Supports labeling and technical review |
| Compound ingredients | Relevant sub-ingredients in fillings or sauces | Helps identify declarations that may otherwise be missed |
| Allergens | Product-specific allergen statement | Supports importer and retailer risk assessment |
| Cross-contact | Relevant cross-contact information, if available | Supports precautionary-label review |
| Additives | Applicable additive names or declarations | Supports destination-market ingredient checks |
| Nutrition | Approved nutrition data and measurement basis | Supports nutritional labeling |
| Document control | Issue date, revision and product coverage | Helps buyers use the correct current document |
NUTRITION INFORMATION
Nutrition Data Must Match the Product and Labeling Basis
Nutrition declarations can depend on the formulation, processing, packaging and measurement basis. Buyers should obtain approved nutritional information rather than relying on generic values for olives, pickles or other preserved foods.
Common nutrition fields to review include:
- Energy
- Total fat and saturated fat
- Carbohydrates and sugars
- Protein
- Salt or sodium, according to market requirements
- Other nutrients required by the destination market
Confirm whether data are expressed per 100 g, per serving or on another required basis, and whether the values refer to the product as sold or as prepared.
NUTRITION LABEL PREPARATION
Questions to Resolve Before Approving a Nutrition Panel
Which Product?
Verify the exact SKU, recipe and preparation. Avoid applying one product’s nutrition data to a different variety or format.
Which Measurement Basis?
Confirm the applicable unit, serving basis, rounding approach and whether the packing medium is included in the declared data.
Which Market?
Determine the destination’s required nutrient fields, presentation, language and other applicable labeling conventions.
No invented values: This page intentionally does not state calories, fat, sodium, protein, sugars or other nutritional quantities for STAR FOODS products. Request approved figures for each relevant SKU.
BRINE & PACKING MEDIA
Why Packing Liquids and Preparation Styles Matter
Preserved Mediterranean foods may be supplied in different preparations and packing media. The packing medium can be relevant to ingredient declarations, net and drained weight, nutrition information and product handling.
When reviewing a product, clarify:
- The approved ingredient list for the packing medium
- Whether the nutrition data include the liquid
- How net and drained quantities are declared
- Whether the product is whole, sliced, pitted or filled
- Any relevant storage or handling instructions
A packaging capacity such as jar volume does not establish ingredient composition or nutritional content.
INTERNATIONAL LABELING
Ingredient and Nutrition Information for Private-Label Exports
A private-label product requires alignment between the approved formulation, technical documents, artwork and destination-market requirements.
Information for Artwork Review
- Approved product name and ingredient declaration
- Applicable allergen statements
- Verified nutrition information
- Required language and label format
- Net quantity and relevant product declarations
- Storage and date-marking instructions
Buyer Approval Responsibilities
- Confirm destination-market rules
- Review artwork against technical documents
- Check any dietary or marketing claims
- Confirm barcode and retailer requirements
- Resolve differences before final approval
- Maintain an approved version of the label
SUPPORTING INFORMATION
Build a Complete Product Documentation Request
Ingredients, allergens and nutrition are related to broader technical and quality documentation. Request the records appropriate to the product and your internal approval process.
Product Specifications
Review preparation, physical characteristics, packaging, declared quantities and relevant technical parameters.
Quality & Certifications
Review the available quality information and confirm the scope and current status of any document you intend to rely upon.
Document Requests
Identify the exact product, packaging, destination market and information needed for your purchasing or label review.
TECHNICAL ENQUIRY CHECKLIST
What to Include in Your Ingredient, Allergen or Nutrition Enquiry
Provide as much information as possible to help identify the relevant documents and product configuration.
- Exact product name or catalogue reference
- Variety, cut or preparation style
- Preferred container and packaging size
- Destination country and sales channel
- Requested ingredient declaration
- Requested allergen and cross-contact information
- Required nutrition format or measurement basis
- Applicable label language requirements
- Private-label artwork or retailer requirements
- Relevant technical document or revision request
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Ingredients, Allergens & Nutrition — Buyer FAQs
Where can I request a product ingredient list?
Use the Request Documents page and specify the exact product and packaging configuration.
Are all STAR FOODS olive products made with the same ingredients?
Do not assume so. Different varieties, fillings, preparations and packing media may require different ingredient declarations.
Are STAR FOODS products allergen-free?
No blanket allergen-free claim is made on this page. Request verified allergen information for the specific product before making purchasing or labeling decisions.
Can I request gluten information?
Yes. Include gluten-related requirements in your technical enquiry. Any gluten-free or similar claim must be supported by suitable product-specific evidence.
Does the page provide nutrition facts for every product?
No. Nutrition values are product-specific. Request approved information for the relevant SKU and destination-market labeling format.
Is sodium the same as salt on a nutrition label?
No. Sodium and salt are related but are not identical quantities. The declaration method and any conversion must follow the applicable market rules.
Does brine affect the declared nutrition information?
The measurement basis matters. Confirm whether the approved nutrition data refer to the product as sold, drained or otherwise prepared.
Can I use the same nutrition label for different jar sizes?
Do not assume that different packaging formats share an identical label. Verify the product formulation, serving information and market-specific declaration requirements.
Can STAR FOODS receive private-label nutrition and labeling enquiries?
Yes. Share the selected product, target market, packaging and artwork requirements through the Private Label or document-request pages. Feasibility and details require confirmation.
Who is responsible for destination-market labeling compliance?
Responsibilities depend on the applicable laws and commercial arrangements. Buyers and relevant food business operators should confirm their obligations and obtain appropriate regulatory advice where necessary.
STAR FOODS — EGYPT
Need Verified Ingredient, Allergen or Nutrition Information?
Tell us which Mediterranean food products you are evaluating, your preferred packaging and your destination market. Submit your technical requirements so the relevant product information and documentation can be reviewed.
