GENERAL10 Sept 2026
Supreme Court to pass order on warning labels for packaged foods; next hearing on Sep 28
The Supreme Court is set to pass an order on warning labels for packaged foods, with the next hearing fixed for September 28. Earlier, the court asked FSSAI, the food safety regulator, to consider warning labels on packaged items high in sugar and salt. The court also said parties will get no further chance. Packaged food brands should watch this closely.
Key Statutory Highlights
- The Supreme Court will pass an order on warning labels for packaged foods, and the next hearing is scheduled for September 28.
- The court had earlier asked FSSAI to consider introducing warning labels on packaged food products containing high levels of sugar and salt.
- The court made it clear that no further opportunity would be given to the parties in this matter.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you sell packaged food, follow the September 28 hearing and any FSSAI guidance that follows. Wait for a formal order or rule before changing your labels, and check with your compliance advisor first.
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.
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