Type the serving size and the nutrient amounts per serving to build a Nutrition Facts panel in the current FDA style. Rounding and % Daily Values are calculated for you, and you can switch between vertical and linear formats and download a PNG, SVG or PDF.
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Amounts are rounded and %DV calculated with FDA rules (21 CFR 101.9) and the 2016 Daily Values. Check the final label against current FDA requirements before printing on packaging.
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How to use the Nutrition Facts Label Generator
Enter the serving info: servings per container, the household serving (for example 2/3 cup) and its weight in grams.
Type calories and nutrients per serving straight from your recipe analysis or lab report, using unrounded values. The %DV and rounded amount appear next to each field.
Choose the format: Vertical for the standard panel or Linear for small packages.
Add ingredients and allergens if you want them printed under the label.
Download the label as PNG for documents, SVG for design software or PDF for printing.
Daily Values used for %DV
The FDA updated the Daily Values in its 2016 Nutrition Facts rule. These are the reference amounts this generator divides by (adults and children 4 years and older):
Nutrient
Daily Value
Nutrient
Daily Value
Total fat
78 g
Dietary fiber
28 g
Saturated fat
20 g
Added sugars
50 g
Cholesterol
300 mg
Protein
50 g
Sodium
2,300 mg
Vitamin D
20 mcg
Total carbohydrate
275 g
Calcium
1,300 mg
Potassium
4,700 mg
Iron
18 mg
Example: a serving with 160 mg sodium gives 160 ÷ 2,300 × 100 = 6.96, shown as 7%. For vitamins and minerals the percentage is rounded to the nearest 2% up to 10%, the nearest 5% up to 50% and the nearest 10% above that, so 8 mg of iron (44.4%) is shown as 45%.
FDA rounding rules applied
Nutrient
Rule
Example
Calories
<5 → 0; ≤50 → nearest 5; >50 → nearest 10
47 → 45, 233 → 230
Total, saturated, trans fat
<0.5 g → 0; <5 g → nearest 0.5 g; ≥5 g → nearest 1 g
<0.5 g → 0; <1 g → "Less than 1g"; ≥1 g → nearest 1 g
0.7 g → Less than 1g
Vitamin D, iron / calcium, potassium
nearest 0.1 mcg or mg / nearest 10 mg
263 mg calcium → 260 mg
Tips for making a good label
Enter unrounded values from your analysis; the generator rounds them for you so you don't round twice.
Use the serving size people actually eat. The FDA sets reference amounts for each food category, and serving sizes must be based on them.
Check the warnings under the preview: saturated plus trans fat should not exceed total fat, and fiber plus sugars should not exceed total carbohydrate.
Use the SVG download when a designer needs to place the label on packaging artwork; it scales to any size without blurring.
Frequently asked questions
How is % Daily Value calculated?
%DV = the amount per serving ÷ the Daily Value × 100. This tool uses the Daily Values from the FDA's 2016 label rule for adults and children 4 years and older: total fat 78 g, saturated fat 20 g, cholesterol 300 mg, sodium 2,300 mg, total carbohydrate 275 g, dietary fiber 28 g, added sugars 50 g, protein 50 g, vitamin D 20 mcg, calcium 1,300 mg, iron 18 mg and potassium 4,700 mg.
What rounding rules are used?
The FDA rounding rules in 21 CFR 101.9: calories under 5 are 0, up to 50 round to the nearest 5 and above 50 to the nearest 10. Fats under 0.5 g are 0, under 5 g round to 0.5 g, otherwise to 1 g. Sodium rounds to 5 mg up to 140 mg, then 10 mg. Carbohydrates, fiber, sugars and protein under 1 g show "less than 1g" (0 under 0.5 g). Cholesterol from 2 to 5 mg shows "less than 5mg".
Why don't Total Sugars and Trans Fat have a %DV?
There is no Daily Value for total sugars or trans fat, so FDA labels list only the amount. Added sugars do have a Daily Value of 50 g, so they show a %DV.
When should I use the linear format?
The FDA allows a linear (horizontal) display on packages with less than about 40 square inches of label space when the tabular or vertical format doesn't fit. Larger packages normally use the vertical format.
Is the label legally compliant?
The layout, rounding and %DV follow FDA rules, but compliance also depends on accurate nutrient data, correct serving sizes (reference amounts customarily consumed), font size minimums for your package and any claims you make. Small businesses should verify the final label against current FDA guidance or with a regulatory professional.
Where do I get the nutrient numbers?
From a lab analysis of your product or from nutrition analysis of your recipe, using per-ingredient values such as those in USDA FoodData Central. A recipe calorie calculator can help estimate calories and macros per serving.
Should protein show a %DV?
A %DV for protein is only required when a protein claim is made or the food is for children under 4; otherwise it is optional. Tick Show %DV for protein to add it.
Are all the tools on FreeToolCabin tested for quality and accuracy?
Yes! Every tool on our site undergoes automated Q/A testing in real browser environments to ensure high precision, correct output, and zero errors. If you happen to spot a bug or have a suggestion, please contact us at [email protected] and our team will review it right away.