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Comparing Ingredient Requirements for the Three Categories of Organic Labels

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Fact Sheet Published July 23, 2026
Comparing Ingredient Requirements for the Three Categories of Organic Labels

Comparing Ingredient Requirements for the Three Categories of Organic Labels

The USDA organic regulations set labeling categories for organic processed products. Each label has specific rules about the percentage of organic ingredients, which nonorganic ingredients and processing aids may be used, and labeling requirements.

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