The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a public notice providing an updated list of recognized food testing laboratories. This list, which includes the validity of their National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) accreditation as of March 18, 2025, also contains the contact details of these laboratories.
The primary purpose of this list is to facilitate the analysis of food samples taken under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and the rules and regulations formulated thereunder.
The enclosed list contains the following essential details for each recognized laboratory:
- Name of the Laboratory: The official name of the food testing facility.
- Validity of NABL Accreditation: The current validity status of the laboratory’s accreditation from the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL), as of March 18, 2025. This ensures that the laboratories meet internationally recognized standards for testing and calibration.
- Contact Details: Information such as address, phone number, and email address to enable easy communication.
The FSSAI has clarified that the recognition and validity of these listed laboratories will be governed by the guidelines and orders issued by the FSSAI from time to time.
Stakeholders are encouraged to refer to this official list for identifying recognized laboratories for their food sample analysis needs.
