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AlcoBev makers challenge FSSAI directive over flavoring, labelling norms in High Courts

In a significant move, United Spirits and Associated Alcohol & Breweries are contesting a directive from the food regulator regarding flavor regulations. They've launched court cases aimed at questioning the FSSAI’s stance on allowing flavors that mimic natural profiles. This legal action highlights a broader industry dialogue with the food…

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Dabur issues first statement after FSSAI tells company to halt sale of items with misleading '100%' claims

Dabur said it has begun changing product labels after the FSSAI ordered it to stop selling food products carrying allegedly misleading “100%” claims, including honey, coconut water and apple cider vinegar. The company said the impact is limited to the affected products and that it is also seeking legal advice.

The Economic Times

Dabur shares drop 3% after FSSAI bars FMCG major from selling products with '100%' guarantee claims

Dabur India shares fell nearly 3% after the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) barred the FMCG company from selling certain food products carrying misleading "100%" claims. The regulator said labels such as "100% Natural" and "100% Pure" violate the Food Safety and Standards (Advertising and Claims) Regulations,…

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Dabur honey, ghee, coconut oil banned by FSSAI over misleading claims: Why food regulator acted, list of products under lens

Dabur sale ban news: India's food regulator has prohibited Dabur India from selling several food products. These products carried misleading "100%" claims which violate food safety regulations. The regulator found these claims to be ambiguous and likely to mislead consumers. Dabur was directed to immediately stop selling these identified products.…

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FSSAI bans old monk: Why did regulator stop sale of three variants of the popular Rum?

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has banned sale of old monk and other alcoholic beverage makers. Manufacturers allegedly used external flavouring substances to mimic natural tastes and aromas. These products should be labelled as "flavoured spirit" to avoid misleading consumers. Laboratory tests confirmed the presence of…

The Economic Times

FSSAI prohibits Dabur from selling food products with '100%' claims

India's food regulator FSSAI has banned Dabur India from selling many products. These products included honey and cow ghee with misleading '100 per cent' claims. The regulator stated these claims were unverifiable and likely to mislead consumers. FSSAI directed Dabur to immediately stop selling these identified food products. An action…

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FSSAI cracks down on packaged water firm, health supplement maker

The FSSAI suspended Matri Drinking Water's license due to serious food safety violations. Inspection revealed improper storage and poor hygienic conditions in processing areas. Noble Healthcare was prohibited from selling Venolex Forte due to non-permitted ingredients. The product's Vitamin C content also exceeded recommended dietary allowances. These actions address significant…

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FSSAI names United Spirits, INBREW in crackdown over added flavours voilation in alco-bev products

The FSSAI has issued notices to several liquor manufacturers for adding artificial flavors. These companies are accused of imitating natural characteristics in their alcoholic beverages. United Spirits and INBREW Beverages are among the firms receiving these official warnings. The regulatory body also cited violations of additive use and age claims.…

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FSSAI suspends Kolkata bakery major Switz Foods' licence over unhygienic manufacturing, pest infestation

India's food regulator has suspended Switz Foods' manufacturing licence. Serious non-compliances were found during a recent unit inspection. Food was manufactured and stored in unhygienic conditions, posing contamination risks. The company must cease operations until all deficiencies are rectified. This action follows recent enforcement actions by the food safety authority.

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FSSAI cracks down on two firms over misleading product claims; halts sale of Folineuro Syrup, Neuherbs True Vitamin

India's food regulator FSSAI has restricted Vatave Healthcare from selling its Folineuro syrup. The company made misleading claims about improving brain function with its product. Global Healthfit Retail also faces restrictions on its Neuherbs True Vitamin product. This action was taken due to a misleading trade name used for the…

The Economic Times

FSSAI suspends licence of Dior Pharmaceuticals for violations at nutraceutical plant

The FSSAI has suspended Dior Pharmaceuticals' license due to serious violations. The nutraceutical factory operated with severely deficient good manufacturing practices. These deficiencies posed a significant risk to public health and safety. The company failed to ensure product safety, quality, and traceability. All operations must cease until compliance is fully…

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Bombay HC restores FDA-suspended Navi Mumbai hotel's licence, says 'we are in India, need a realistic approach'

The Bombay High Court quashed an FDA order suspending a hotel's food license. This action followed a surprise inspection which found only two insects. The court noted the hotel had a 95 percent hygiene compliance score. Authorities were directed to immediately restore the hotel's FSSAI license. The FDA must now…

The Economic Times

Cockroaches, flies found at Mumbai's iconic clubs; Cricket Club of India, MIG, Willingdon & Juhu Gymkhana lose food licences

Mumbai's top clubs faced license suspensions due to severe food safety issues. Inspectors found pest infestations and mouldy food items in kitchens. Several establishments lacked basic hygiene and proper food storage protocols. The Maharashtra FDA took action after widespread inspections across the city. This crackdown aims to enforce stricter food…

The Economic Times

Beverage makers fail to get any relief from FSSAI on energy drinks misbranding

Food regulator FSSAI has given beverage companies, including PepsiCo and Reliance Consumer Products, 90 days to remove the term "energy drink" from product labels after rejecting the industry's plea for relief. The regulator says no standard exists for the category and has termed such branding and related functional claims misleading.

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India orders Pepsi, Red Bull, Monster and others to drop ‘energy drink’ label despite industry protests

India's food regulator has mandated that beverage brands discontinue the 'energy drink' label. This directive entails a compliance period of ninety days and affects many leading brands. Industry representatives have raised alarms regarding potential damage to brand reputations and the risk of consumer misunderstanding. The regulatory action aligns with international…

The Economic Times

FSSAI suspends licence of Westend Agro Products for altering expiry dates, other violations

The food regulator FSSAI suspended Westend Agro Products' license due to serious violations. Inspection revealed altered manufacturing and expiry dates on many food products. Printing machinery and solvents were found allegedly used for label alteration. Misleading claims, including "organic", were also discovered on packaging materials.

The Economic Times

FSSAI penalises Sopan Restaurant for sub-standard pantry car food on Chandigarh-Dibrugarh Express

The FSSAI has penalised Sopan Restaurant for selling sub-standard food. This action followed an analysis of milk samples from a train pantry car. The food analyst declared the sample sub-standard under the Food Safety and Standards Act. An adjudication order was passed after proceedings were initiated by the designated officer.…

The Economic Times

FSSAI suspends license of Punjab-based Rehaan Healthcare for breach of norms at manufacturing unit

The FSSAI has suspended Rehaan Healthcare's license after finding serious rule violations. The company's manufacturing unit was found in an unhygienic condition, posing health risks. Serious non-compliance was observed during the inspection of its health supplements unit. The regulator pointed out extremely unhygienic and unorganised manufacturing premises. Legal action will…

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FSSAI suspends Rehaan Healthcare licence over serious food safety violations

FSSAI has suspended Rehaan Healthcare’s licence after inspections revealed serious violations at its health supplements and nutraceutical manufacturing facility. The regulator found extremely unhygienic conditions, poor infrastructure, pest infestation, inadequate storage, and major food safety lapses, resulting in a very low compliance score of 12%. The company has been ordered…

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FSSAI must finalise, notify front-of-pack nutrition labelling norms in a time-bound manner: Parliamentary Panel

A parliamentary panel has urged the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) to finalise Front-of-Pack Nutrition Labelling (FOPNL) rules without further delay, saying consumers need simple, easy-to-understand nutritional information, especially on sugar content.

The Economic Times

Swiggy shares slide over 2% after FSSAI issues 9 notices over consumer complaints

Swiggy shares fell over 2% on Monday, extending losses for a second session after the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued nine notices to Swiggy Instamart over consumer complaints alleging food safety violations. The regulator has sought a detailed explanation, compliance report and documentary evidence, warning that…

The Economic Times

Swiggy Instamart gets 9 FSSAI notices following customer complaints on contaminated food, milk

India's food regulator, FSSAI, issued nine notices to Swiggy Instamart. These notices followed multiple consumer complaints alleging unsafe food products were delivered. Expired, spoiled, and contaminated items were reportedly supplied through the quick commerce platform. FSSAI has demanded detailed explanations and compliance reports from Swiggy Instamart. Failure to comply may…

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Noodles bought from Reliance Retail makes girl sick: Company fined Rs 20,000 for selling packet 3 months past expiry; retailer blamed her father for missing expiry date

A Himachal Pradesh consumer commission has ordered Reliance Retail to refund the purchase price and pay Rs 20,000 in compensation and litigation costs after a customer's daughter fell ill following consumption of Korean instant noodles that had expired three months before they were sold. The commission rejected Reliance's argument that…

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FSSAI cracks down on liquor makers over flavour additives, misleading age claims

India's food regulator FSSAI has issued notices to beverage companies. These notices address the unauthorized use of added flavors in alcoholic drinks. Manufacturers also face scrutiny for non-compliance with age-related claims on labels. The regulator found violations of specific food safety regulations for alcoholic beverages. Companies must now explain their…

The Economic Times

Heritage Foods says 'Fresh Paneer' label is descriptive, responds to FSSAI notice

Heritage Foods responded to FSSAI's show-cause notice concerning its 'Fresh Paneer' product label. The company stated the term accurately describes the dairy product's inherent nature. It clarified that 'Fresh Paneer' refers to refrigerated consumption with a limited shelf life. Heritage Foods also addressed the 'Health and Happiness' slogan as a…

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