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1. Food Safety and Standards (Labelling and Display) Regulations, 2020 Detailed Seminar Presentation Chapter 1 & Chapter 2

2. Chapter 1: General

3. Introduction to Regulations • Regulations issued under Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 • Ensure safety, transparency, and consumer rights • Cover labelling of pre-packaged foods and display requirements • Aim: Prevent misleading information & ensure traceability

4. Short Title and Commencement • Known as Food Safety and Standards (Labelling and Display) Regulations, 2020 • Published in Official Gazette • Compliance date: 1st July 2022 • Chapter 3 compliance from January 2022

5. Important Definitions (Part 1) • Assorted Pack – Multiple food items in one package • Best Before Date – End of optimal quality period • Date of Manufacture/Packaging – Critical for traceability • Pre-packaged Food – Cannot be changed without tampering

6. Important Definitions (Part 2) • Lot/Batch/Code Number – Identification marks • Vegetarian Food – Plant-based, excludes milk, honey, wax • Non-Vegetarian Food – Animal origin (except milk, honey, etc.) • RDA – Recommended Dietary Allowances

7. Role of FSSAI • Ensures effective implementation • Provides interpretation guidelines • Establishes internal mechanisms to resolve disputes • Protects consumer health and rights

8. Chapter 2: Labelling of Pre-Packaged Foods

9. General Requirements • Mandatory label for every pre-packaged food • Clear, prominent, indelible text • No misleading or deceptive claims • Language: English or Hindi (can add regional languages)

10. Mandatory Declarations • Food Name • Ingredients List • Nutritional Information • Veg/Non-Veg Logo • Food Additives Declaration • Manufacturer Details • FSSAI Logo and License Number

11. Ingredients Declaration • Listed in descending order by weight/volume • Compound ingredients declared with sub-ingredients • Specific naming required (e.g., Mustard oil, Cocoa butter) • Exceptions for ingredients <5%

12. Nutritional Information • Provided per 100g/ml and per serving • Energy (kcal), Protein, Carbs, Sugars, Fats, Sodium • Contribution to RDA (%) • Exemptions: raw foods, tea, coffee, spices, salt, etc.

13. Veg & Non-Veg Symbols • Green circle for vegetarian foods • Brown triangle for non-vegetarian foods • Mandatory on labels, ads, and pamphlets • Exemptions: milk, honey, drinking water

14. Food Additives Declaration • Declared with functional class & INS number • Flavourings: specify artificial/natural/nature-identical • Additives must not mislead consumers

15. Manufacturer & Importer Details • Name and complete address mandatory • Labels must show ‘Manufactured by’, ‘Marketed by’, etc. • Imported foods: must declare importer details & origin country

16. FSSAI Logo & License Number • Displayed on all food labels • License number in contrast colour • Mandatory for importers, manufacturers, marketers • Food premises must display registration/license

17. Date Marking Rules • Manufacture/Packaging date • Expiry/Use by date mandatory • ‘Best Before’ optional • Format: DD/MM/YY or MM/YY • Storage instructions if shelf life depends on conditions

18. Allergen Declaration • Must state ‘Contains: …’ • Common allergens: gluten, peanuts, soy, milk, eggs, nuts • Cross-contamination: ‘May contain…’ • Exemptions: refined oils, distilled alcohols

19. Principal Display Panel • Prominent label space • Minimum size: 40% of area • Font size requirements based on package size • All mandatory info must be grouped together

20. Mandatory Warnings & Declarations • Artificial sweeteners – warning for sensitive groups • Pan masala & supari – health warnings • Infant food – Not for infants below 6 months • Edible oils – Trans fat & blended oil declarations

21. Exemptions in Labelling • Small packs <100 cm² surface • Liquids in refill bottles • Food with shelf life <7 days • Foods served for immediate consumption • Vending machines – info on display

22. Importance of Labelling Regulations • Builds consumer trust • Protects from misleading claims • Ensures traceability and accountability • Aligns with global standards • Encourages healthy food choices

23. Conclusion • Labelling regulations ensure transparency & consumer safety • Chapter 1 defines key terms & compliance • Chapter 2 details labelling requirements • Essential for manufacturers, regulators & consumers • Strong step towards safe food practices in India