Abstract: Instructions for making application and obtaining approval for nonmeat product labels with a Child Nutrition (CN) statement are outlined in this manual prepared for food manufacturers by the Food and Nutrition Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Nonmeat products produced under federal inspection by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Commerce are eligible for CN labeling. Required application materials and procedures for submitting and receiving CN labels are described. Federal inspection of nonmeat products is outlined; guidelines are offered for requesting federal inspection or acceptance service for nonmeat products. The label routing process is diagramed. Procedures are outlined for determining equivalent meat alternates contributed by dry beans or peas, cheese and cheese alternates, and dried and frozen whole eggs. Procedures for determining the number of servings of bread and bread alternates and vegetable/fruit credit are also described. Sample CN label statements are shown for manicotti, lasagna, burrito, and pizza. Selected yield data are provided for commonly used meat alternates and fresh and canned vegetables. (aje)