barkode helps you understand what pet food labels actually prove—and what they don't—against European rules and FEDIAF nutritional guidance.
EU Regulation (EC) No 767/2009FEDIAF Nutritional Guidelines 2025Honest about limits
Why This Matters
Pet food transparency under EU law
European feed labelling rules are strict, but not every label you see follows them. barkode helps pet owners and professionals quickly spot what's missing, what's questionable, and what would need deeper investigation.
This is a product prototype. It starts with dog food and expands as testing and data coverage grow.
Standards & Sources
Our checks are scoped to European pet food for cats and dogs, with sources shown before the app makes stronger claims.
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Regulation (EC) No 767/2009: EU pet feed labelling and safety rules
FEDIAF Nutritional Guidelines (2025): Recommended nutrient ranges for complete pet food
Calcium-to-phosphorus ratios: Based on life stage and species-specific guidance
Independence & use
barkode is independent and is not affiliated with or endorsed by FEDIAF. We reference FEDIAF guidance for educational comparison and link users to the official publication for complete guidance.
barkode does not republish raw FEDIAF nutrient tables. Any future nutrient checks should be limited derived comparisons, not a substitute for the official guideline or veterinary advice.
What barkode checks
The prototype focuses on label transparency and core mineral balance.
Required label elements under EU law (type, species, feeding guide, additives)
Analytical constituents presence and reasonableness
Calcium-to-phosphorus ratio for the selected species and life stage
Distinction between complete, complementary, and mineral feeds
App Access
Download route coming soon
barkode is being built as a private product prototype. This public site will stay focused on the front-facing product story and download access.
Interested in testing barkode?
Early access details will be published here when the app package is ready.