FSSAI Revises List Of Notified Laboratories For Testing Of Fortificants in Fortified Rice Products
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has updated its list of approved laboratories capable of testing fortificants in Fortified Rice (FR), Fortified Rice Kernel (FRK), and Vitamin-Mineral Premix for FRK. This order dated November 18, 2024, supersedes the previous order dated October 9, 2024.
FSSAI Focuses on Food Safety During Peak Tourist Season
States and UTs are urged to deploy Food Safety on Wheels mobile labs to conduct inspections at tourist spots and food outlets. FSSAI has called for increased surveillance of warehouses and delivery personnel associated with e-commerce food businesses.
New Research Explores Ancient Dietary Wisdom
The Secretary of the Ministry of Ayush launched a special edition of the Journal of Drug Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (JDRAS) dedicated to the emerging field of Ayurveda Aahara. This initiative safeguards the identity and authenticity of Ayurveda-based dietary practices, preserving the original principles of Ayurveda food preparation. FSSAI has further strengthened this effort by launching a unique logo for Ayurveda Aahara.
FSSAI Makes PAN Mandatory for Food Business Licenses and Registrations
All new applications for FSSAI licenses and registrations, as well as renewals and modifications, must include the PAN number of the FBO. This is effective from October 22, 2024. Existing FBOs whose renewal or modification is not imminent are required to update their PAN details on the FoSCOS portal as soon as possible.
FSSAI Emphasizes Food Safety for E-commerce Platforms
E-commerce platforms must be vigilant in verifying and ensuring that product claims and descriptions align with the information provided on product labels. FBOs should implement robust food safety and hygiene practices, including proper training for delivery personnel.
FSSAI Alerts Food Businesses About Supreme Court Order on Misleading Advertisements
Before any advertisement is printed, aired, or displayed, the advertiser or advertising agency must submit a self-declaration on a designated portal, certifying that it does not violate the Advertising Code prescribed under the Cable Television Networks Rules, 1994. Advertisers must provide proof of this self-declaration to the broadcaster, printer, publisher, or electronic media outlet.
New Lab Notified to Test Sports Nutrition Products
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has notified another laboratory for testing ‘Food for Sportsperson’ products for prohibited substances declared by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). The newly notified lab is the Analytical Testing Laboratory at the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Balanagar, Hyderabad, Medchal Malkajgiri, Telangana.
FSSAI Enlarges Powers Of Its Adjudicating Officers
These amendments aim to enlarges the powers of its Adjudicating Officers for purpose of adjudicating offences under the Food Safety Act, 2006. he rules state that the Adjudicating Officer shall now also have power to hold an inquiry for purpose of adjudicating offences of providing false information and carrying out a business without licence.
India Removes Minimum Export Price (MEP) on Non-Basmati White Rice
The Government of India has removed the Minimum Export Price (MEP) on the export of Non-Basmati White Rice, effective from October 23, 2024. The decision was made through an amendment to the Foreign Trade Policy, specifically for the HS Code 1006 30 90, which covers Non-Basmati White Rice. The removal of the MEP is expected to make Indian non-basmati rice more competitive in the global market.
FSSAI Introduces Amendments To Food Products and Food Additives Standards
The minimum percentage of milk fat content in Khoa has been reduced from 30% to 27%. The compositional standards for Processed Cheese Spread and Mozzarella Cheese have been revised. Standards for Corn Oil have been added, including specifications for fatty acid composition and other parameters. Additionally, standards have been established for rice flour used in the preparation of Fortified Rice Kernel (FRK).
