India’s apex food safety regulator, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), has significantly strengthened its approval framework for food products by making it mandatory for companies to …
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Food Safety & Regulations
FSSAI advises food businesses to refrain from labeling herbal infusions as ‘tea’
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a stern warning to food business operators against using the word ‘tea’ for herbal infusions and plant-based blends not …
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Food Safety & Regulations
FSSAI orders nationwide crackdown on illegal use of industrial dye Auramine in food products
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has instructed State Food Safety Commissioners to take strict action against food businesses found using the industrial dye auramine in food …
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Food Safety & Regulations
FSSAI Redefines HMF as a Quality Parameter to Standardize Honey Classification
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a clarification regarding the classification of honey samples that exceed the permissible limit of Hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF). In its advisory …
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The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has instructed state authorities to prioritise consumer grievances and conduct fortnightly reviews, as part of its renewed push to strengthen enforcement …
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Food Safety & Regulations
FSSAI Introduces New Licensing System to Regulate and Promote Ayurveda-Based Foods
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, has launched a dedicated licensing and registration system for Ayurveda Aahara products on …
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Fi India & ProPak India 2025 Commences with 340+ Exhibitors, Global Participation, and Industry-Defining Dialogues
The 19th edition of Fi India co-located with 7th edition of ProPak India opened on a strong note today, attracting stakeholders from across the food ingredients, processing, packaging, and supply …
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Shri Rajit Punhani, a 1991-batch IAS officer of the Bihar cadre, took charge as Chief Executive Officer, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), a statutory body established under …
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Food Safety & Regulations
Tea Board: Teas that fail to meet FSSAI standards will not be eligible for auction
The Tea Board has announced that teas failing to comply with the specifications of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) will be withdrawn from auctions prior to …


