Caviar Labeling: Quality and Transparency

Caviar labels contain essential information to determine the quality and origin of the product. These include the sturgeon species code, whether the caviar comes from farming or not, the country of origin, the harvest year, the producer’s name, the processing facility, and the batch number.

Species codes and country abbreviations follow international standards, ensuring traceability, legality, and sustainability in the caviar trade.

What caviar labels include

The information on packaging is indispensable for certifying authenticity and quality. Key elements include:

Species code: Each sturgeon type has a unique code (e.g., HUS for Beluga, GUE for Oscetra).
Caviar origin: Since 1998, wild sturgeon fishing has been banned; therefore, all available caviar is farmed (marked with C). Otherwise, it is illegal and lacks a valid CITES label.
Country of production: Indicated through official abbreviations (e.g., IT for Italy).
Year of production: Specifies the year in which the caviar was harvested.
Production facility: Identifies the site where the caviar was processed and packaged.
Batch number: Allows tracing back to the exact batch of origin.

Thanks to this information, consumers can make informed choices and contribute to sturgeon conservation.

Legality and sustainability of caviar trade

Purchasing caviar from certified farms supports a transparent market and environmentally responsible practices. CaviarEat promotes safe and legal trade, discouraging poaching and protecting sturgeon in their natural habitats.