Uptake reports and targets

Annual reports on uptake have been published in line with the Monitoring Plans. These evaluate progress against the targets set by Food Ministers: 

• Interim target 1 (at 3 years) - 50% of intended products have applied the Health Star Rating system by 14 November 2023
• Interim target 2 (at 4 years) - 60% of intended products have applied the Health Star Rating system by 14 November 2024
• Final target (at 5 years) – 70% of intended products have applied the Health Star Rating system by 14 November 2025

Uptake was measured based on total stock keeping units (SKUs) intended to apply the Health Star Rating system. This:

• Illustrated the absolute number of foods carrying the Health Star Rating, regardless of the market share of products
• Achieved the broadest coverage across the food supply, including the targeting of both high selling and lower selling products
• Maximised the information available to consumers at the point of purchase

Food Ministers agreed that if the final uptake target is not met, they will consider mandating the system. In July 2024, Food Ministers asked Food Standards Australia New Zealand to commence preparatory work to inform a future decision on mandating the system. You can read about this work here.