Thrikkakara's Food Safety App Fails to Deliver
- Food Safety, General, News
- February 22, 2025
Key Development The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recalled 64,800 pounds of NH European Style Butter Blend after discovering it contains undeclared milk, a known allergen. This recall falls under the FDA’s Class II category, which applies when a product may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects, with a low risk of
READ MOREKey Development Anjali Gold, a brand in the edible oil sector, has partnered with Blinkit to deliver its cold-pressed mustard oil to households in major Indian cities. Through Blinkit’s quick-commerce platform, customers can receive the product within 10 minutes of placing an order. The company has rolled out this direct-to-consumer (D2C) model to bypass middlemen
READ MOREKey Development The Punjab Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) informed the Punjab and Haryana High Court that 1,420 out of 11,657 food samples collected during 2024–25 failed quality tests. The FDA submitted this compliance report in response to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by Kanwar Pahul Singh. The petition followed the death of Manvi,
READ MOREAt a Glance The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has extended provisional approval for 63 Non-Food Production (NFP) units that collect used cooking oil (UCO) from food businesses. These units help prevent the reuse of unsafe oil and support biodiesel production, contributing to both public health and environmental sustainability. FSSAI Extends Approval
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