Labeling Requirements for Juices, Nectars, and Non-Alcoholic Beverages
If you market or import products such as juices, nectars, coconut water, or flavored beverages, it is
essential to comply with NOM-173-SE-2021, a standard that regulates the commercial information and
testing methods applicable to these types of products.
Compliance with this standard ensures that your products can be sold legally, safely, and transparently
in the Mexican market.

What does NOM-173-SE-2021 establish?
NOM-173-SE-2021 defines the minimum labeling requirements for prepackaged non-alcoholic

beverages containing vegetables, fruits, or greens, and flavored beverages. 

The objective is for
consumers to receive truthful, clear, and useful information about the product’s contents. The main
elements that labels must contain include:

• Product name
• List of ingredients
• Net contents
• Nutritional information
• Name and address of the manufacturer or importer
• Batch and expiration or best-before date
• Storage instructions
• Precautionary statements, when applicable

Why is it important to comply with this standard?
Non-compliance with NOM-173 can result in:

• Customs retentions
• Fines from authorities such as PROFECO or COFEPRIS
• Cancellation of sold batches
• Loss of competitiveness compared to brands that do comply with the regulations
  Compliance from the outset avoids risks and facilitates access to sales channels such as supermarkets,
  marketplaces, and retail chains.

UVA Boxlity: Your ally in NOM labeling

At UVA Boxlity, we are an Inspection Unit specialized in Commercial Information and
Telecommunications Standards. We evaluate your products and their labels to ensure they comply with
NOM-173 and other official Mexican standards related to food and beverages.
We offer:

• Technical label review
• Comprehensive NOM compliance services
• Consulting for importers and manufacturers
• Extensive experience in Mexican regulations