Food Laws Archives

Coca-Cola Faces Multiple Recalls in 2025 Due to Contamination Concerns 0

Report Coca-Cola is facing scrutiny after recalling products in the UK and the US due to contamination issues. These include excessive chlorate levels and plastic fragments, with the company acting quickly to protect public health and ensure product quality. UK Recall Due to Chlorate Contamination In the UK, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners recalled select drinks after

Are Leaf Plates Hygienic? A Comparison with Plastic & Metal 0

Food safety is crucial in today’s world, and one often overlooked factor is the type of plate or utensil used for serving meals. Whether it’s a traditional leaf plate, plastic, or metal plate, each material has its own set of hygiene concerns and benefits. Traditional leaf plates offer an eco-friendly alternative but can pose risks

Karnataka HC: Manufacturers & packers liable for misbranding food products 0

Overview The Karnataka High Court has ruled that manufacturers and packers are responsible for misbranded food products, not just sellers. Justice Suraj Govindaraj stated that Section 27(1) of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 holds manufacturers and packers accountable if their products fail to meet legal and regulatory requirements, including misbranding. Food Safety Officials

Food Safety Crack Down in Punjab Amid Dog Meat Rumors 0
- Event, Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 20, 2025
Report After reports surfaced about food department officers allegedly discovering “a dog’s severed head in the refrigerator of a momos and spring roll factory” in Mohali, Punjab, Deputy Commissioner Komal Mittal clarified that claims of dog meat usage were misleading. A health department inspection confirmed that the tested meat sample did not belong to a
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U.S. Plans to Ban Artificial Food Dyes for Consumer Safety 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness, News
- March 14, 2025
Report The U.S. government is moving toward banning artificial colour additives or food dyes to enhance consumer safety. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. informed industry executives on Monday that the ban would take effect before his term ends. ABC News reported this development, citing an internal memo. Meeting with Industry Leaders
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Toxic Boondi Threatens Public Health in Dhubri During Ramadan 0
- Event, Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 10, 2025
Report Unethical traders in the Dhubri district in Assam are selling contaminated Boondi, a popular fried chickpea snack, by adding toxic, non-edible colours from the Raja Rani brand (non-edible, industrial-grade dyes). They use these synthetic dyes to enhance the snack’s appearance, putting consumers at serious health risks. Adulterated Boondi Spreads Across Markets Markets across Fakirganj,
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