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What Are Product Claims? A Consumer’s Guide 0

Walk down any supermarket aisle, and you’ll find food packages covered with phrases like “Natural,” “High in Protein,” “No Added Sugar,” “Low Fat,” and “Gluten-Free.” These statements, known as product claims, highlight specific characteristics of a food and often influence purchasing decisions. While some claims provide valuable nutritional information, others primarily serve as marketing tools.

New BIS Standard Bans Harmful Chemicals in Tea Bags 0

New Standard Sets Safety Requirements for Tea Bags The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has introduced India’s first dedicated safety standard for tea bags, establishing requirements for tea bag materials, packaging, labelling, and manufacturing practices. The new standard, IS 19787:2026, aims to improve consumer safety, product quality, and transparency across the tea bag industry. As

FSSAI’s ‘100% Pure’ Ban May Cost Food Companies Crores, Experts Say 0

Significant Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has barred food companies from using terms such as “100%”, “100% Pure”, and similar absolute claims on food labels, packaging, and promotional materials. The move aims to prevent misleading marketing practices and improve transparency for consumers. While the change may appear minor, industry experts

WHO Report: Unsafe Food Sickens Millions, Hits Young Children the Hardest 0
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- June 5, 2026
Key Update Children under the age of five are nearly three times more likely to fall ill from unsafe food than older children and adults, according to new estimates released by the World Health Organisation (WHO). Although they account for only 9% of the global population, young children suffer nearly one-third of all foodborne disease
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US FDA Finds Multiple Compliance Gaps at Dabur OTC Plant 0
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- May 30, 2026
Significant Update The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has raised serious compliance concerns at Dabur India‘s over-the-counter (OTC) manufacturing facility in Dadra and Nagar Haveli following an inspection conducted between January 12 and January 16, 2026. In a Form 483 inspection report, the regulator cited alleged documentation irregularities, data integrity concerns, questionable microbiology testing
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FSSAI Tightens Food Safety Rules for Besan, Seafood and Cold-Pressed Oils 0
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- May 29, 2026
Key Update India’s food regulator has tightened safety standards for several commonly consumed foods amid rising concerns over contamination, adulteration and chemical residues. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued revised and draft regulations covering heavy metals, toxins, antibiotic residues and quality standards for products ranging from besan and edible oils
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