How we score

LabelLens does not give opinions about brands. Every score is computed by a

fixed formula from the product's own ingredient list and nutrition panel,

measured against public, internationally recognised standards:

• WHO — nutrition thresholds (sugar, sodium, saturated and trans fat)
• Codex Alimentarius (FAO/WHO) — additive identity and INS numbering
• JECFA (FAO/WHO) — Acceptable Daily Intake limits for additives
• IARC (WHO) — carcinogen classifications
• EU Cosmetics Regulation — restricted/banned cosmetic substances

National rules (e.g. FSSAI in India) are used for context and naming only.

A grade reflects how a product measures against these standards — it is not a

statement about a company's honesty or intent. Where a product is described as

containing a flagged ingredient, that is a factual statement based on the label

and the standards above.