ISO 9001:2015

FOOD LABELLING: READ BEFORE YOU EAT

Food labelling plays a very important role in safeguarding public health. In India, with the diverse food culture and increasing food industry, food labelling has gained significant importance in recent years. It provides consumers with essential information about the products they purchase and consume. Food labelling conveys the details regarding the nutritional content, ingredients, allergens and others which enable the consumers to make informed choices. FSSAI, in India, mandates the development of standards for food products and provides the guidelines for food safety and labelling. It regulates the current food labelling practises which is required to be displayed on packaged food products. Potential measures have been suggested to improve food labelling in India as it helps to enhance consumer awareness and promote transparency. This also ensure the safety and quality of food products. Food labelling in India can be improved, leading to enhanced consume trust, informed decision making and a safer food market.

 

Keywords: Food Labelling, FSSAI, Consumer, food Industry, Food Safety.


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