Food Fraud Archives

Delhi Police Uncover Massive Fake Masala Factories: 15 Tonnes of Spices Seized, Made Using Wood Dust and Acid 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- May 9, 2024
The spice of life should never be compromise especially not with wood dust and acid.
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Food Fraud Unveiling : Deception in the Industry 0
- A to Z, Blog, Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, Resources
- March 20, 2024
Food fraud is a pervasive issue within the food industry, posing a significant threat to consumer trust and safety. In this blog, we’ll delve into the deceptive tactics employed by fraudsters, the far-reaching consequences of their actions, and strategies to combat this shadowy practice. From mislabeling to adulteration and seafood fraud, we’ll explore how these
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FSSAI Cracks Down on Spurious Nutraceuticals in Himachal Pradesh 0
- A to Z, Food Laws, Food Safety, News
- July 8, 2023
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has launched a rigorous surveillance drive. Which is to tackle the issue of spurious drugs manufactured by nutraceutical companies operating across India. The FSSAI aims to protect public health and ensure the authenticity and quality of nutraceutical products. As part of the surveillance drive, the FSSAI
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Are You Eating Real Vanilla? Beware of Imitation Vanilla!0

Real vanilla is a delicious, aromatic spice used in many recipes. It has a unique flavour that cannot be duplicated by imitation vanilla. Unfortunately, many products sold on the market are labelled ‘”vanilla,’” but are made with imitation vanilla. If you are looking for the real thing, keep an eye out for pure vanilla extract

Most Commonly Adulterated foods in India 0

Food adulteration is the act of diminishing the quality of food or food ingredients by adding, manipulating, or substituting them with cheaper and inferior materials. Owing to high demand, lack of proper storage and packaging facilities, and desire for a quick profit, food adulteration in today’s day and age is rampant and we as consumers

Metanil Yellow : Food Colour 0

Food colours and dyes have become increasingly popular in today’s day and age. It is used in the cooking and baking industries to increase the aesthetic value of food. While food colourants in small amounts do not have immediate adverse effects on health, they can cause serious health issues in the long run. In this