Declare Label Translation Protocol

As a supplement to the Declare International Partner Program, the Institute has launched a Declare Label Translation Protocol for manufacturers interested in translating their Declare labels in multiple languages. Manufacturers must adhere to the following criteria:

• All Declare labels must be published in English, at minimum. The English version of the Declare label is considered the original.  
• Language translations available by a signed Declare International Partner must be completed by the International Partner. Contact ILFI for the complete list of international partners that offer translations.
• Languages not available for translation by a signed Declare International Partner may be completed by a translation service of the manufacturer’s choice, with advanced written approval from ILFI. 
  • Manufacturers must contract with a translating service directly.
  • ILFI will send all relevant Declare forms/files for translation in Word and Excel format. 
  • The manufacturer must provide translated files back to ILFI as Word/Excel documents
  • The manufacturer/translator is responsible for including any font files, as applicable. 
• Translations are considered a new format of the existing Declare label and license. They will be issued using the same Declare ID as the original label. 
  • Translations of this label are under the original license and should not be counted as separate labels. 
• The ILFI label drafting fee for translated labels is $500/language; the renewal fee for translated labels is $250/language. 
  • The ILFI fee includes formatted files for translation, redrafted/formatted jpeg and eps files, updated Declare database entry, and linking to the language filter on the Declare database. 
  • Renewal of translated labels may only include updates to the Declare ID and expiration date. Any changes to the product information or ingredient list will incur the full translation fee. 
• ILFI will provide all translated and reformatted jpeg/eps files to the manufacturer for review and approval prior to publishing.
  • It is recommended that the manufacturer send the final jpeg file(s) to the hired translation company prior to approval. Changes required after approval and publishing may incur a label redraft fee.