Overview of Clause 5(2) of Food Safety and Standards (Labeling and Display) Regulations), 2020
Clause 5(2) specifies how ingredients should be declared. By clearly identifying ingredient composition, additives, and component origins, it enhances transparency and protects consumer interests. FBOs must diligently update labels to maintain regulatory compliance and trust in the market.
In addition to the general requirement, every package shall carry following information on the label:
1. Name of the Food:
Primary label (Front of Pack) must clearly state the true nature of the product.
A brand/trade name is acceptable only if it complies with advertising regulations (FSSAI 2018)
2. List of the Ingredients:
List of ingredients must:
3. Compound Ingredients:
If an ingredient is itself a mixture, two options are allowed:
4. Additional Mandatory Declarations:
Labels must also include:
Penalty for non-compliance:
Any person who whether by himself or by any other person on his behalf manufactures for sale or stores or sells or distributes or imports any article of food for human consumption which is mis-branded, shall be liable to a penalty which may extend to three lakh rupees.
For more details about the regulation, please refer FSSAI
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