FSSAI has issued a draft notification which proposes changes to “Restrictions relating to conditions of sale.” The Apex body has asked WTO-SPS members to offer their comments, suggestions, and views on the proposed changes in the regulations regarding Blended Edible Vegetable Oils. Presently the restrictions relating to conditions for the weight of Blended Edible Vegetable […]
What does the Label on Food Package Indicate? How significant are logos on the food package?
Most consumers read labels for price, weight and to see if the food product is vegetarian or non-vegetarian. However, as education and income levels increase more and more consumers want to make the right choice about the foods they consume whether it is breakfast cereals, ready to eat foods, dressings, sauces or processed meats. They […]
Food Safety – Edible Oil Will Soon be Marked as an ISI Product
For the past many months the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has been working on new standards for edible oil. The FSSAI has also been working with BIS as FSSAI would like to use the new standards to ensure that safe oil is provided to the consumer. Having just one standard across the full spectrum […]