Summary
- The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has drafted new regulations to amend the Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) Regulations, 2011.
- The proposed amendments introduce standards for "Minor Seed Oils" like chilli seed oil and edible seeds for direct human consumption, detailing quality parameters and hygiene requirements.
- Additionally, FSSAI seeks to permit Potassium polyaspartate as a food additive in grape wines up to 100 mg/kg.
- Stakeholders have 60 days to submit objections or suggestions before these regulations are finalized, aiming to enhance food quality regulation and consumer safety.
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