Science & Policy

Policy Tables

A collection of legislation, regulations, and guidelines established by governments and health authorities in countries where IARD has verified the information through national authorities or publicly accessible documents.

The resources on this website are not intended as health advice to individuals about their drinking. People with specific questions about their drinking are encouraged to consult a healthcare professional. Together, they can determine what is best for that individual, based on individual risk factors, including family history, genetics, and lifestyle. For some people, the better choice may be to not drink at all.

IARD Policy Tables are provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice on any subject matter. All IARD materials include a date of content review and they should be read in their entirety and not misrepresented or taken out of context.

Drinking Guidelines: General Population

Recommendations for alcohol consumption (drinking guidelines) issued by government bodies in all countries, verified through national authorities or publicly accessible documents.

Minimum Legal Age Limits

Legislation and regulations defining the minimum age limits for the purchase, sale, free supply, and consumption of alcoholic beverages, verified through national authorities or publicly accessible documents.

Health Warning Requirements

Health warning requirements—on labels, commercial communications, and at points of sale—that apply to alcoholic beverages, verified through national authorities or publicly accessible documents.

Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Limits

Legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) and breath alcohol concentration (BrAC) limits for the general driving population in all countries, as verified by IARD.

Beverage Alcohol Labeling Requirements

Alcohol beverage labeling requirements in all countries where IARD has verified the information through national authorities or publicly accessible documents.

Drinking Guidelines for Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Guidance from government institutions directed at the public regarding alcohol consumption during pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, and breastfeeding.

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