This research aims to analyze regulatory frameworks for alcohol-free and low-alcohol drinks across multiple countries.
Conducted a comparative analysis of regulations in eight countries.
Examined definitions and regulatory thresholds for no and low-alcohol beverages.
Analyzed policy variations within and between countries.
Identified significant fragmentation in governance of no/lo drinks.
Found inconsistencies in definitions across different countries and policy areas.
Highlighted the need for clearer regulatory standards and harmonization efforts.
Abstract
Governance of No/Lo drinks is fragmented and inconsistent, with definitions and regulatory thresholds varying both across countries and between policy areas within countries.