Food Safety Archives

FDA Considers Red 3 Ban Amid Rising Health Concerns 0

Report The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is actively considering a ban on Red 3, a synthetic food dye used in over 3,000 products, including popular snacks. Chemically known as erythrosine and derived from petroleum, Red 3 provides a vibrant cherry-red colour to food but adds no nutritional value. Health concerns have intensified due

8.3% of Food Samples in Gujarat Fail Safety Standards: Union Government 0

Report During the current Parliament session, the Union government disclosed that 8.3% of food samples tested in Gujarat this year did not meet food safety standards. Between April and September, authorities examined 4,316 samples, with 360 failing quality inspections. Over the last three years, Gujarat reported significant numbers of food safety violations. Inspectors found 824,

FSSAI Launches Testing Lab to Ensure Safety and Quality of Sports Nutrition 0

Report The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has taken a significant step toward ensuring the safety and quality of sports nutrition products by establishing a specialized testing laboratory. The new Analytical Testing Laboratory at the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) in Balanagar, Hyderabad, Telangana, aims to address growing concerns

Telangana Education Commission Proposes New Food Safety Measures for Schools 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, News
- December 9, 2024
Report The Telangana Education Commission (TEC) plans to recommend to the state government that schools purchase only branded food items like dal, salt, and chilli powder every week, report daily to collectors, and maintain consistent pest control measures to address food safety issues in educational institutions. After inspecting around 200 schools, TEC members are compiling
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EU JRC Develops Advanced Methods to Detect Adulteration in Herbs, Spices, and Fish 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, New Technology, News
- December 7, 2024
Report The EU Joint Research Center (JRC) has developed cutting-edge methods to identify adulteration in six widely used herbs and spices. Additionally, they have introduced new reference materials to help trace fraudulent fish products in the market. These advancements aim to address the growing demand for efficient, reliable adulteration detection techniques. Responding to Food Fraud
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Food Safety Department sets new regulations for vendors in Ghaziabad 0
- A to Z, Food Laws, Food Safety, News
- December 6, 2024
New Regulations for Vendors in Ghaziabad The food safety department in Ghaziabad requires vendors earning less than ₹12 lakh annually to register, while those earning more must obtain licenses within six months to sell vegetables and fruits in the city. Currently, the department has registered only 10 vendors Streamlining Inspections and Addressing Complaints By registering
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