Improving the system of digital labeling and traceability of chocolate

Petrosyan A. E.

This paper considers the improvement the system of digital labeling and traceability of chocolate. A comparative analysis of the mandatory attributes presented in the catalog of labeled products, is carried out using implemented labeling system. Based on the analysis of the results of the implementation of the system digital labeling and the traceability of products, as well as the observed issues and trends in the market of raw materials for the production of chocolate (cocoa beans and cocoa butter) and finished products, the author proposed a list of general and specific attributes, that must be presented in the catalog of labeled products. Specific examples of indicating general and specific attributes for chocolate and compound chocolate bar (other products) are given.

Keywords:digital labeling, system of product traceability, product quality, consumer properties, product attributes, chocolate, cocoa butter substitutes.