Food Safety and Standards Act 2006 (FSSA, 2006; FSSAI)

This presentation provides a comprehensive overview of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 (FSSA) – a landmark reform in India’s food regulatory framework. It covers the genesis, scope, mandate, key sections, rules of 2011, responsibilities of Food Business Operators (FBOs), and the role of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). The content highlights how FSSA unified multiple fragmented food laws, ensuring safe, wholesome, and standard-compliant food for consumers. It also explains the structure and functions of FSSAI, licensing & registration requirements for food businesses, and enforcement mechanisms.
This resource is useful for students, researchers, academicians, and professionals in Food Technology, Food Processing, Food Safety, and related disciplines.

1. Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 (FSSA) (Introduction , Genesis, Scope, Structure & Licensing ) Presentation By, Ms. Kalyani Thote, Asst. Prof., IBT, MGM University

2. Introduction to FSSA 2006 Enacted in August 2006, Implemented in August 2011 Unified multiple food laws under one framework Objective: Ensure availability of safe, wholesome food Created Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) Presentation by- Ms. Kalyani Thote, Asst. Prof., IBT MGMU

3. Genesis of FSSA Earlier fragmented laws: PFA Act, 1954 Fruit Products Order, 1955 Meat Food Products Order, 1973 Milk & Milk Products Order, 1992 Problems: Overlap, confusion, weak enforcement Solution: One umbrella legislation → FSSA 2006 Presentation by- Ms. Kalyani Thote, Asst. Prof., IBT MGMU

4. Scope & Mandate of FSSA Covers entire food chain: production → consumption Applies to all food businesses Ensures transparency, accountability & consumer protection Mandates: safety standards, regulation of manufacturing, storage, sale & import Presentation by- Ms. Kalyani Thote, Asst. Prof., IBT MGMU

5. Key Sections of FSSA Section 3: Definitions Section 16: Duties of FSSAI Section 18: Principles of food safety Section 22: Regulation of novel foods, GM foods, nutraceuticals Section 26–27: Responsibilities & liability of FBOs Section 31: Licensing & registration Section 61–70: Offences & penalties Presentation by- Ms. Kalyani Thote, Asst. Prof., IBT MGMU

6. Food Safety and Standards Rules, 2011 Operational framework for FSSA 2006 Defines roles: Food Safety Commissioners, Officers Procedures for: sampling, analysis, adjudication Covers licensing, registration, recall & imports Presentation by- Ms. Kalyani Thote, Asst. Prof., IBT MGMU

7. Responsibilities as to Food Safety FBOs ensure food is safe & meets standards No unsafe, misbranded, or substandard food allowed Must comply with hygiene, sanitary & labeling rules Must recall unsafe food from the market Presentation by- Ms. Kalyani Thote, Asst. Prof., IBT MGMU

8. Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) Established under Section 4 of FSSA HQ: New Delhi Chairperson + 22 members (1/3 women) Members: Ministries, industry, consumer orgs, scientists, states Presentation by- Ms. Kalyani Thote, Asst. Prof., IBT MGMU

9. Mandate of FSSAI Frame science-based food standards Regulate manufacturing, storage, sale & import Lay down procedures for lab accreditation Promote awareness & training Provide technical support & risk analysis Presentation by- Ms. Kalyani Thote, Asst. Prof., IBT MGMU

10. Structure & Functions of FSSAI Central Authority: FSSAI → regulations & central licensing State Authorities: Commissioners, Officers → enforcement Scientific Panels & Committees → standards & risk assessment Functions: standards, packaging, labeling, training, consumer awareness Presentation by- Ms. Kalyani Thote, Asst. Prof., IBT MGMU

11. Licensing & Registration Mandatory for all food businesses Types: Basic Registration – petty FBOs (< ₹12 lakh turnover) State License – medium businesses (within state) Central License – large businesses, imports, interstate Validity: 1–5 years Renewal required before expiry Presentation by- Ms. Kalyani Thote, Asst. Prof., IBT MGMU

12. Conclusion FSSA 2006 → landmark reform in Indian food law Unified framework for safety, standards & consumer protection FSSAI central to regulation & awareness Licensing/registration ensures compliance across the food chain Presentation by- Ms. Kalyani Thote, Asst. Prof., IBT MGMU

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