STARTUP LEGAL17 Sept 2026
FSSAI expands labelling crackdown on Dabur, orders audit of 27 product lines: Report
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has widened its crackdown on Dabur India. It ordered a statutory audit of 27 product lines and wants scientific proof for health claims on items like cold-pressed oils, apple cider vinegar and honey. The notice covers new areas like glucose powders and direct-to-consumer wellness products. If you sell packaged food, check your labels now.
Key Statutory Highlights
- FSSAI has ordered a statutory audit of 27 Dabur product lines, including glucose powders and direct-to-consumer wellness and nutraceutical products.
- Dabur has been asked to submit scientific dossiers and peer-reviewed human clinical trial data for all its health and immunity claims.
- FSSAI flagged claims of medicinal benefits on cold-pressed oils, apple cider vinegar and honey, and asked the company to withdraw them.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:Review your product labels and advertisements for vague or unproven health and immunity claims. Keep verifiable scientific evidence ready in case FSSAI asks, and consider checking with a compliance advisor before publishing new claims.
Statutory Disclaimer: TaxQue Shorts are AI-assisted editorial briefs for compliance awareness. This brief has not passed every source check; confirm the original notification before acting. This does not constitute formal legal or CA counsel.
TaxQue News Desk
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