Open Food Facts - Product Scan

Open Food Facts - Product Scan

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Open Food Facts: Scan for Transparency, Health, and a Greener World

Join the global non-profit movement to decode over 4 million products. Get instant, science-based insights on Nutri-Score, Eco-impact, and ultra-processing—no ads, no tracking, just the facts.

Publisher

Open Food Facts

Category

Health & Fitness

Downloads

1M+

User Rating

4.4/5

Total Ratings

900

Locales

123

Transparency in Every Scan

Discover the interface used by 1M+ users.

Open Food Facts app screen showing a scale balancing personal health and environmental impact with Nutri-Score and Eco-Score labels.

Open Food Facts app screen showing a scale balancing personal health and environmental impact with Nutri-Score and Eco-Score labels.

Scanning a food product barcode with the Open Food Facts mobile app

Scanning a food product barcode with the Open Food Facts mobile app

Open Food Facts mobile app interface showing a scanned product with positive nutritional and environmental scores

Open Food Facts mobile app interface showing a scanned product with positive nutritional and environmental scores

Open Food Facts app screenshot showing a Nutri-Score A rating and detailed nutritional health data

Open Food Facts app screenshot showing a Nutri-Score A rating and detailed nutritional health data

Open Food Facts app interface displaying product environmental impact and eco-score details

Open Food Facts app interface displaying product environmental impact and eco-score details

A comparison of tomato sauce products in the Open Food Facts app showing Nutri-Score and Eco-Score ratings

A comparison of tomato sauce products in the Open Food Facts app showing Nutri-Score and Eco-Score ratings

Promotional graphic for Open Food Facts titled Join the Food Revolution highlighting its independent open source anonymous and ad free mission

Promotional graphic for Open Food Facts titled Join the Food Revolution highlighting its independent open source anonymous and ad free mission

An illustration showing hands of different skin tones assembling colorful puzzle pieces with text highlighting the collaborative nature of the Open Food Facts project.

An illustration showing hands of different skin tones assembling colorful puzzle pieces with text highlighting the collaborative nature of the Open Food Facts project.

A smartphone screen displaying the Open Food Facts app scanning a barcode to add a new product to its collaborative database

A smartphone screen displaying the Open Food Facts app scanning a barcode to add a new product to its collaborative database

Shop with Confidence, Not Marketing

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 1M+ users.

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Science-Backed Health Grades

Instantly see Nutri-Scores and NOVA processing levels to avoid hidden additives and ultra-processed ingredients.

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Measure Your Eco-Impact

Choose products that are good for the planet with the Eco-Score, tracking everything from carbon footprint to packaging.

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100% Privacy, No Ads

As a non-profit 'Wikipedia of food,' your data stays private. No tracking, no corporate bias, just pure food transparency.

Loved by users worldwide

Trusted by 1M+ people who love this app.

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"As a parent dealing with multiple food allergies in the household, this app is an absolute lifesaver. The ability to scan a barcode and get instant, science-based alerts on allergens and the NOVA processing level gives me a level of confidence I never had before while shopping. I especially appreciate that it's a non-profit project that respects my privacy without hidden ads."

Sarah Jenkins
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"I love the 'Wikipedia of food' approach. I've switched almost all my pantry staples after seeing their Eco-Scores and realized how much impact my choices were having on the planet. It is incredibly rewarding to contribute photos of new products and know I am helping thousands of others make better, more sustainable decisions. Finally, an app that prioritizes transparency over profit."

David Chen

About the app

Everything you need to know about Open Food Facts - Product Scan.

Description

News: We invented the collaborative scanning app in 2012. As we turn 10, we’re reinventing it from the ground up! This app lets you find food and cosmetics that are good for you and good for the planet by scanning their barcodes. You will get personalised health & eco-impact info for 4M foods. Set your food preferences without ruining your privacy A scan that truly matches who you are Green: the product matches your criteria Red: there is a problem Gray: Help us answer you by photographing the products Compare in a few seconds those 3 different tomato sauces left on the shelf. Get a tailored comparison of any food category Food criteria you can pick Environment Health Additives & Ultra processed foods Salt Allergens Nutri-Score Eco-Score Scan, find & compare more than 3,5 million food products Choose products that are good for you - The Nutri-Score grade, from A to E : Nutritional quality - The NOVA group, from 1 to 4 : Avoid ultra-processed foods (Group 4) Choose products that are good the planet - Food causes over 1/3 of global greenhouse gas emissions - The Eco-Score grade, from A to E : a synthesis of 16 environmental impacts Contribute to Food Transparency - Open Food Facts is made by everyone, for everyone! - In short, we're "the Wikipedia of food", as the press nicknamed the project. Open Food Facts has also enabled the creation of over 150+ apps like Date Limite, Yuka or FoodVisor. - Use it to make better food choices - The app is also collaborative. If the product is missing, contribute pictures and data to get the Nutri-Score, food processing level (NOVA) and Eco-Score. - Make a difference today by photographing a product from your kitchen. - Open Food Facts is a non-profit project made by thousands of volunteers from around the world. Why don't you join us ? Decipher food labels We decipher products labels for you. You'll find: - Nutrition: The Nutriscore (nutritional score), nutrients, fat, transfat, carbohydrates, sugars, fiber, protein, salt & sodium. - Environment: The Greenscore (including carbon footprint (CO2 emissions), packaging (as well as recycling instructions), environmental labels (organic, quality etc.), and origins of ingredients) - Other: brands, allergens, labels (bio, gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, halal, kosher...), traceability information (packaging codes, origins, food factories) - On wines and beers, you'll find the alcohol content. - We collect prices to document shrinkflation, inflation and more Our grades are science-based, and Open Food Facts is helping science! - We don't make up things. We rely on peer-reviewed science. - The Nutri-Score has been created by the independent French team led by Professor Hercberg. - The NOVA groups on food processing have been designed by the international team of Professor Monteiro. - The additives synthesis is based on reviews by EFSA on exposure levels on food additives. - The Green-Score (formerly Eco-Score) is based on ground breaking data by ADEME, the French environmental agency, adapted for the world. - The Open Food Facts community is collaborating with research teams across the planet for research that benefits all. Your food, your data. Privacy-friendly app. - You can use the app anonymously - Your food data is yours, and is never sent online Set up allergen alerts on products - Do you have a Milk, Gluten, Eggs, Soybeans, Nuts, Fish, Celery, Mustard, Sulphites, Peanuts, Sesame seeds, Crustaceans, Molluscs or Lupin allergy ? - Speed up your shopping with an initial screening with Open Food Facts. - Be careful that the info and the detection may not be 100% accurate. Always double check by yourself, with the packaging. More Web version: https://world.openfoodfacts.org Questions, feedback : mobile@openfoodfacts.org Works with cosmetics, pet food and more Lets you collect prices

Latest Version

4.23

Size

84.7 MB

First Released

Jan 3, 2013

Join the Food Transparency Revolution Today

Download the 100% free, non-profit app that puts science-based facts in your pocket. Scan over 4 million products to protect your health, your privacy, and our planet.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Open Food Facts - Product Scan

What is Open Food Facts - Product Scan?

Open Food Facts - Product Scan is a collaborative app that allows users to scan barcodes of food and cosmetic products to receive personalized health and environmental impact information. It helps users make informed choices for themselves and the planet.

How does Open Food Facts - Product Scan help users choose healthy food?

Open Food Facts - Product Scan provides personalized health information, including Nutri-Score grades (A to E) for nutritional quality and NOVA group classifications to identify ultra-processed foods. It also deciphers detailed nutritional labels.

Does Open Food Facts - Product Scan provide environmental impact information for products?

Yes, Open Food Facts - Product Scan provides environmental impact information. It displays an Eco-Score grade (A to E) based on 16 environmental impacts, carbon footprint data, packaging details, and ingredient origins.

Can I compare different food products using Open Food Facts - Product Scan?

Yes, Open Food Facts - Product Scan enables users to compare multiple products from the same category quickly. It provides a tailored comparison, showing Nutri-Score and Eco-Score for each item.

Is Open Food Facts - Product Scan a privacy-friendly application?

Yes, Open Food Facts - Product Scan is privacy-friendly. Users can use the app anonymously, and their food data remains on their device, never being sent online.

What types of products can I scan with Open Food Facts - Product Scan?

Users can scan barcodes for various products, including food, cosmetics, and pet food, to access detailed information. The database contains over 3.5 million food products.

How does Open Food Facts - Product Scan indicate product quality?

The app uses color indicators: Green means the product matches your criteria, Red indicates a problem, and Gray signifies that more data is needed to provide an answer.

Can Open Food Facts - Product Scan help with allergen identification?

Yes, Open Food Facts - Product Scan allows users to set up allergen alerts for various common allergens like milk, gluten, and nuts. However, users must double-check packaging for accuracy.

Is Open Food Facts - Product Scan a collaborative project?

Yes, Open Food Facts is a collaborative, open-source, non-profit project. Thousands of volunteers contribute by adding product pictures and data to expand the database.

What scientific bases support the grades in Open Food Facts - Product Scan?

The grades are science-based. Nutri-Score comes from Professor Hercberg's team, NOVA groups from Professor Monteiro's team, additive synthesis from EFSA, and Eco-Score from ADEME data.

What information is collected about product packaging in Open Food Facts - Product Scan?

Open Food Facts - Product Scan collects details about product packaging, including materials and recycling instructions. This information contributes to the Eco-Score and environmental impact assessment.