Ministry of Consumer Affairs directs food business e-commerce operators to share details of existing grievance redressal framework and proposed improvements thereof by 28th June, 2022
Department of Consumer Affairs has directed major e-commerce food business operators (FBOs) like Swiggy and Zomato to furnish their current framework and […]
FSSAI revises SOP for applying +F endorsement of Fortified food products through FoSCoS portal; lists out identified food products which can be fortified
In furtherance to the Notification dated 12th April, 2021 (summarized in the trailing e-mail), the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India […]
FSSAI notifies the Food Safety and Standards (Ayurveda Aahara) Regulations, 2022 under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, on 5th May, 2022, has notified the Food Safety and Standards (Ayurveda Aahara) Regulations, […]
Ayurveda Aahara – A New Set of Regulation for Food Business Operators
Ayurveda Aahara! Have you ever consumed food made from recipes suggested by various authoritative book for Ayurveda Aahara? Well, many of us […]
Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution releases clarifications/FAQs on the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution has released clarifications/ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) […]
FSSAI compliance with the existing labelling provisions of Coffee-Chicory mixtures; strict action to be taken against violators
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, vide Order dated 11th November, 2021 (summarized in the trail mail) specified labelling requirements of […]
Submission status of BIS certificate through FoSCoS portal to be reviewed by Food Safety Commissioners; non-compliance may lead to cancellation/ suspension of license; applicable to manufacturers of Packaged Drinking Water and Mineral Water
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (“FSSAI”) has written to Food Safety Commissioners/ Authorities in States and Union Territories directing […]
FSSAI to Introduce Health Star Rating in India
When you go to a mall and buy a particular food item off the shelf, the first question which strikes your mind […]
FSSAI issues SOP for mandatory modification of old methodology license or migration of State license for manufacturing of Nutraceuticals and related products; effective immediately
Previously, vide Order dated 27th December, 2021,(summarized in the trail mail), the period for modification/ migration of license by existing FSSAI Licensed […]
Deadline is near! Have you complied with the newly amended Food Labelling Requirements?
The labels present on packaged food products, help us to make informed purchasing choices. They convey vital information to consumers that influence […]
Amendments to Legal Metrology Packaged Commodities Rules, 2022 kick in; extends timeline to comply with new labelling requirements till 01.10.2022
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution has issued the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Amendment Rules, 2022 further to amend […]
FSSAI re-emphasizes: Used Cooking Oil (UCO) collected by enrolled biodiesel plants, manufacturers of soap, lubricant etc. to be utilized for intended purpose only and not re-directed to food supply chain; issues SOP on regulatory action
The Food Safety and Standard Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) on Regulatory Action against Malpractices in Disposal […]