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FSSAI Notifies 2025 Amendment to Import RegulationsSummary: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has officially notified the Food Safety and Standards (Import) First Amendment Regulations, 2025. These amendments, approved by the Central Government, will take effect from May 1, 2026. The update follows the draft notification released on October 3, 2024, which invited public feedback and was later finalized after considering the suggestions received. The amendment introduces significant changes to Regulation 10 of the 2017 Import Regulations. It specifies that the manuals of methods of analysis, updated or adopted by FSSAI, must be used for testing imported food samples. If a particular method is unavailable in these manuals, laboratories may follow validated methods from recognized international standards such as AOAC, ISO, BIS, Codex Alimentarius, or other equivalent agencies. Additionally, laboratories are now required to issue analysis reports in Form 2 within five days of receiving the samples, ensuring faster and more transparent reporting for import compliance.
Summary: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has announced a new food import entry point at the Air Cargo Complex, Kannur International Airport in Kerala. This update, issued by the Trade and International Cooperation Division, modifies the earlier FSSAI notification dated July 21, 2025. The move ensures that all imported food consignments arriving at Kannur Airport will undergo strict safety and quality checks under the Food Safety and Standards (FSS) Act, 2006, and the FSS (Imports) Regulations, 2017. The appointed Authorized Officer, with the designation of Superintendent, Appraiser, Inspector, or Examiner, will oversee all import clearances at this port. This step strengthens India’s food import surveillance and regulatory framework, promoting safe and compliant food trade. The new administrative structure will remain in effect until further notice. This initiative reinforces FSSAI’s commitment to ensuring that every imported food product meets safety norms, protecting consumer health while supporting smoother import operations through the newly designated port code INCNN4 at Kannur International Airport.
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FSSAI Proposes Ban on PFAs, BPA in PackagingSummary: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has proposed significant changes to the Food Safety and Standards (Packaging) Regulations, 2018, aimed at enhancing the safety of food contact materials. The draft, titled Food Safety and Standards (Packaging) Amendment Regulations, 2025, calls for a ban on poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAs) in food packaging production. Furthermore, the use of polycarbonate and epoxy resins in food contact materials must no longer contain Bisphenol A (BPA) or its derivatives. Both PFAs and BPA have been linked with serious health concerns such as hormonal imbalances and long-term health risks. This step by FSSAI signifies a shift towards implementing globally accepted safety standards and science-based risk assessments in food packaging. The draft regulation is now open for public comments or objections for 60 days from the date of its Gazette publication. FSSAI encourages all stakeholders, industry members, and consumers to participate by submitting their feedback, which will be reviewed prior to finalizing the amendments.
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FSSAI Tightens Food Safety Norms for E-Commerce PlatformsSummary: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has introduced new regulations to improve food safety for online food sales. The new guidelines require e-commerce platforms to follow strict hygiene standards and transparency in their operations. Companies should ensure that all food handlers are properly trained in food safety and hygiene. They should also provide clear information about their warehouses and storage facilities. E-commerce platforms must share essential information about their operations on a specialized portal for better tracking and accountability. These measures aim to ensure that food sold through online platforms is safe, fresh and meets the highest quality standards. By complying with these new regulations, FSSAI aims to protect consumers and instill confidence in the online food market, ensuring that food safety is maintained at every step of the supply chain.
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