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FSSAI's label crackdown: What food brands changed after notices

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India's recent crackdown on misleading food labels is beginning to show on store shelves

FSSAI cracks down on Swiggy Instamart: What products were flagged & what the concerns are

FSSAI has issued multiple notices to Swiggy Instamart over consumer complaints alleging expired, spoiled and contaminated food deliveries. In this video, we explain what the regulator found

FSSAI issues notices to Swiggy Instamart after complaints of expired food

Food regulator FSSAI on Saturday said it has issued 9 notices to Swiggy Instamart following several consumer complaints, including of alleged supply of rotten and expired food products by the platform. Instamart is the quick-commerce platform of Swiggy. In a social media post on X, Food Safety Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) said it has "issued 9 notices to Swiggy Instamart following multiple consumer complaints alleging violations under the FSS Act 2006." Consumer complaints alleged the supply of expired, spoiled, rotten, contaminated and otherwise unafe food products through Swiggy Instamart, the regulator said. The regulator has directed the platform to submit a detailed explanation and compliance report failing which appropriate legal action will be initiated. Elaborating on the consumer complaints, FSSAI said, "An infant food formulation was reportedlv found in a highly deteriorated and unsafe condition, showing signs of contamination and improper storage and ...

FSSAI pulls up alcohol makers over flavour, age claims: What the rules say

FSSAI found some alcohol makers using prohibited flavours, making misleading age claims and incorrectly declaring the age of blended spirits

FSSAI issues notices to Lotte India, 2 others over misleading claims

Food regulator FSSAI has issued notices to Lotte India, Ferns N Petals and Kubera Foods for misleading claims and violation of labelling norms on their various food products. In a social media post on Instagram, FSSAI said these companies have been directed to explain within 7 days as to why action should not be initiated against them under the provisions of the FSS Act, 2006. Food Safety Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued notice to Lotte India Corporation Pvt Ltd "over utilisation of non-compliant pre-printed labels and misleading labelling claims on various food products." FSSAI observed several instances of non-compliance by Lotte India. "The company utilised non-compliant pre-printed labels bearing the old company name "Lotte India Corporation Ltd" without obtaining prior approval," it added. Moreover, Lotte Choco Pie with Rich Marshmallow, Lotte Choco Pie Real Orange and Lotte Choco Pie Choco Burst bear the claim '100 per cent vegetarian', which has been found to

Prescription for safer food: Why India needs stronger safety standards

We need robust standards for pesticide residues, food additives and other toxins - not just to ensure that India's food is good for export but also to protect our health

FSSAI pulls up Red Bull, 5 other energy drink makers over misleading claims

Several beverage brands marketing themselves as "energy drinks" were making functional or therapeutic claims that are not allowed under local laws, the FSSAI said

Expiry date display on ecom platforms is under consumer dept rules: Fssai

Food regulator says declarations on e-commerce platforms are governed by Legal Metrology Rules, amid complaints over missing shelf-life details online

FSSAI issues notices to 14 firms for 'misleading' claims, branding

The food regulator has issued notices to more than a dozen companies over alleged misleading claims, branding and labelling violations, and hygiene-related complaints

FSSAI rules: What food companies can and cannot put on labels, packaging

The FSSAI on Sunday issued notices to several brands, including Plan B Plant Based Vegan, The Health Factory, and Neuherbs True Vitamin, among others, in violation of the Food Safety and Standards Act

FSSAI flags 15 food brands for misleading 'healthy', 'organic' labels

The notices cover products ranging from health supplements and breads to snacks, juices and organic foods

FSSAI issues notices to 8 food companies for misleading claims on packaging

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on Sunday issued notices to eight food business operators for using misleading brand names, trade names and product claims in violation of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. The companies served notices include Emami Healthy & Tasty, Health Aid, Troovy, The Healthy Factory, Healthy Master, Healthy Choice, Plan B and Neuherbs. The regulator announced the notices through its official social media handles. Among the prominent names flagged is Emami Healthy & Tasty, the cooking oils arm of the Kolkata-based Emami Group. FSSAI said its trade name is "likely to mislead consumers and appears to be in contravention of applicable FSSAI regulations". Plan B, which markets its products as "plant based vegan", has drawn the regulator's attention for creating the impression that its products are vegan - without obtaining prior approval for vegan food endorsement in its FSSAI licence. The Healthy Factory's "Zero Maida Whole ...

Nestle, KFC, Flipkart get FSSAI notice over allegations of 'hygiene lapses'

The food regulator has sought responses from the companies after taking cognisance of social media complaints alleging contamination and hygiene lapses

How FSSAI's vegan logo mandate could impact India's plant-based food market

The move goes beyond packaging, with experts suggesting it could improve consumer trust, curb misleading claims and support category growth

FSSAI mandates 'vegan' logo on all approved food packages from July 2027

Detailed diagrams specifying the logo, including size, placement, and colour standards, were provided in the notification to guide manufacturers

FSSAI seeks explanation from Blinkit over complaint of poor-quality curd

Food regulator FSSAI has sought explanation from quick commerce firm Blinkit on a complaint by a person who allegedly fell sick after consuming curd ordered from the platform, sources said. Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has received a written complaint from a person who allegedly had to seek medical help after falling sick following the consumption of curd bought from e-commerce platform Blinkit, they added. Medical prescription has also been attached in the complaint registered with FSSAI. According to sources, FSSAI has written a letter on May 29 to the CEO of Blink Commerce Pvt Ltd), apart from person In-charge of operations after it received a complaint from a person who had ordered curd through the Blinkit mobile application. The complainant allegedly developed severe stomach ache and diarrhoea shortly after consumption of the curd and had to seek medical help, they added. Of late, FSSAI has received several complaints, either through social media or ..

FSSAI's plastic-free push for pan masala: What it means for the industry

The regulator's draft to replace plastic with eco-friendly materials may impact pricing, scalability, and the widespread sachet-driven consumption system of pan masala companies

FSSAI bans use of ashwagandha leaves in supplements, flags safety concerns

The food regulator has allowed only roots and root extracts, warning that leaves may pose risks including liver toxicity and neurotoxic effects, and has asked states to act against violations

FSSAI authorises 17 r-PET plants, adds 300,000 tonnes of capacity

Authorisation of 17 recycled PET plants adds 300,000 tonnes capacity to India's packaging ecosystem and supports the country's recycled plastic mandate

Govt clears food safety reforms; street vendors to get deemed Fssai status

Government has approved food safety reforms including deemed FSSAI registration for street vendors and perpetual validity for licences to simplify compliance for food businesses