The amendment outlines that food analysis must use methods specified in manuals approved by the authority. If a method is unavailable, the laboratory may adopt validated methods from recognized sources like AOAC, ISO, or Codex Alimentarius. Additionally, regulation 10 mandates that laboratories must provide a signed analysis report in FORM-2 within five days of receiving a sample, either by the Food Analyst or Director. This ensures timely and standardized testing methods for food safety compliance.

Any Objections/suggestions with respect to the draft regulations may be sent to the Food Authority before 60 days from the date of Publication of the regulations in the official Gazette. to email regulation@fssai.gov.in

Read the draft here.