FSSAI Warns Against Sale of Human Milk and Milk Products
The FSSAI has categorically emphasized that it has not authorized the processing or sale of human milk under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 (FSS Act) and its associated regulations. The FSSAI emphasizes that all activities related to the commercial sale of human milk and its products must cease immediately. Violators risk legal action under the FSS Act.
SOP For +F Endorsement Certificate Revised
FSSAI has created a specific list of approved products in FoSCoS. This list defines which processed food products can be legally fortified under the Food Safety and Standards (Fortification of Food) Regulations 2018 and the 2020 amendments.
Food Businesses Get More Flexibility in License And Registration Modifications
FSSAI has introduced a new feature in the FoSCOS (Food Safety Compliance System) portal. This allows FBOs to cancel a pending modification application and submit an updated one with the latest changes.
FSSAI Clarifies on Display of Information in Restaurants
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued clarifications in respect of declarations of calorific value, allergen, nutritional information, etc. Food service establishments are required to make these declarations on their menu cards, or boards or booklets.
New Integrated Veterinary Health Certificate To Be Implemented
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has reiterated the implementation of the Integrated Veterinary Health Certificate. From 30th June 2024 onwards, post-import clearance will be issued only to imported consignments of milk and milk products that are accompanied by the Integrated Veterinary Health Certificate.
Special Drives Launched to Combat Milk Adulteration During Festive Season
FSSAI has urged state authorities to keep strict vigil in monitoring the manufacturing and sale of milk-related products throughout the festive period. Frequent enforcement and surveillance activities, including the deployment of Food Safety on Wheels (FSW) units where available, are being emphasized in key markets.
Re-Operationalization of Food Safety and Standards Amendment Regulations for Infant Nutrition
As the finalization process of the Food Safety and Standards (Food for Infant Nutrition) Amendment Regulations, 2022 is ongoing and may require additional time, it has been deemed necessary to re-operationalize the revised limits of Selenium, Manganese, Iron, and Biotin in infant food products effective from 1st October 2023.
FSSAI Extends Commencement Of Draft Amendment Regulations On Standards Of Packaged Drinking Water
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, has decided to implement its earlier direction on the operationalization of Draft Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives), Amendment Regulations regarding the standards of Packaged Drinking Water (other than Mineral Water) from 1st January 2024.
FSSAI Implements Fortified Rice Traceability (FoRTrace) Application
The FSSAI has now created the FoRTrace Application to address issues of transparency, quality control and traceability. The application aims to create a single platform for all stakeholders engaged in Rice Fortification. This will enable record-keeping in production, raw material utilization and sales and ensure end-to-end traceability within the Rice Fortification value chain.
FSSAI Releases Approved List of Laboratories for Testing Micronutrients in Fortified Rice
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued an approved list of laboratories capable of testing micronutrients in Fortified Rice (FR), Fortified Rice Kernel (FRK), and Vitamin-Mineral Premix for Fortified Rice Kernel (FRK). This list aims to facilitate the analysis of samples to ensure compliance with quality standards.
