US FDA data on Economic Adulteration in Honey
On December 14, 2022, the US FDA published data on imported honey samples that violated regulations and were collected during […]
Regulatory and compliance
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Food Safety: A Microbial Perspective
How does Listeria monocytogenes affect your food? How to minimize the contamination? Food contamination can be defined as an event
New Product Development
Food Security: Do we have the answer?
Food security, as defined by the United Nations Committee on World Food Security, means that all people, at all times,
Regulatory and compliance
Cleaning of Eggs and its effects
The food consumption pattern in India is gradually getting diversified. Livestock products are of utmost importance in this diversified menu. There
Food standard Implementation (FSMS)
Bottle Caps – What are they made from?
Bottle caps Bottle caps are used for closing or sealing the top opening of a bottle. They are designed to
Regulatory and compliance
A quick bite: Tree nuts, Peanuts, and Coconuts Allergies
According to a study report published in 2013 by the World Allergy Organization Journal, only 10% of the countries around
Regulatory and compliance
Phytosanitary certificate – An Important Document for Global Trade
What is a phytosanitary certificate? A phytosanitary certificate is issued to attest those products required to meet phytosanitary import requirements
Food Safety Culture
Cleaning and Sanitization Process Basics
The cleaning and sanitization process constitutes a necessity of Good Manufacturing Practices. The development of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point
Food Safety Culture
Hemp, An Unsung Hero
All Cannabis are not equals More popularly known as industrial hemp, hemp is a plant variety that belongs to the
Regulatory and compliance
Front of Pack Labelling: What the world is using
Front of the Pack Labelling is an easy way to communicate the healthiness of the product. Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like
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FSSAI Approves of Recycled Plastic for Food packaging
The use of recycled plastic was prohibited for food contact applications in the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 but recently,
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Is your 100 g really 100 g?
If it is not, you could be in trouble as the government could come knocking on your door for violating
Food Safety Culture
A review on microwave cooking and the risks associated
To ease day-to-day bustle at cooking zones, microwave ovens are very much in use for meal preparation these days. Microwave
Food Safety Culture
Better Analysis Equals Better Food Safety
Food safety is a criterion that must be satisfied regardless of the socioeconomic status of every consumer at any point
Regulatory and compliance
Ad hoc Joint FAO/WHO Expert Consultation on Risk Assessment of Food Allergens
What are Priority Allergens ? In a Joint Expert Consultation meeting by FAO/ WHO on Risk Assessment of Food Allergens,
Regulatory and compliance
EU: Most commonly used food coloring, Titanium Dioxide – E171 deemed unsafe!
In recent times, more consumers are becoming increasingly aware of the ingredients in their food, whether it is a coloring
Food standard Implementation (FSMS)
Using Compressed Air in Food Processing
What is invisible can be the most dangerous. It comes in contact with food and food contact surfaces without us
Regulatory and compliance
Allergen Labelling Changes: Are your Labels updated?
Food Allergy is an abnormal immune response that occurs immediately after consuming certain foods. Ingesting even a very small quantity
Food Pandora
Mock Meat : Is it a Healthy and Sustainable alternative ?
A sudden shift in the consumer’s dietary behavioral pattern, towards reducing meat consumption post COVID – 19 outbreak has increased
How important is Safe and Nutritious Food at Schools?
Food is essential for good performance, but much of the food in schools today may hinder children’s ability to learn.