Almond kernel with a characteristic bitter taste produced by amygdalin, a natural compound present in bitter almond varieties. Amygdalin on hydrolysis produces hydrogen cyanide (HCN). Consumption of 50 bitter almonds is deadly for adults. However, for young children, 5–10 almonds are fatal.
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How do I avoid contamination during handling of fresh fruits and vegetables at home?
To avoid cross-contamination, keep cooked or ready-to-eat foods separate from raw products while shopping, preparing and storing food items. Wash the fresh fruits and vegetables with clean water before storage in refrigerator. When preparing fresh vegetables and fruits, cut away any damaged or bruised areas because bacteria that cause illness can thrive in those places. […]
Where and how to report a complaint if I encounter a food safety issue in any product available in market?
Consumers can report the problem relating to safety of food to the concerned Food Safety Commissioners of their State or via other consumer complaint redressal mechanism available at FSSAI or State FDA website.
What should I do if I have a side effect from these products? and where can I report a complaint about a these products?
You can report to FSSAI thorough vaious options given at ‘Citizen CONNECT (Food Safety Connect)’. Link is https://foodlicensing.fssai.gov.in/cmsweb/HOME.aspx
Which Food Safety parameters the organic foods should comply?
The Organic Foods should comply with the requirements for the Metallic contaminants, aflatoxins, naturally occurring toxic substances (NOTS), as specified under the Food Safety and Standards (Contaminants, Toxins and Residues) Regulation, 2011. In case of Residues of insecticides, the limit of residue shall be 5% of the max limits prescribed under the above mentioned Regulations […]
Is there any provision for the small retailers for keeping their organic food products distinguishable from the conventional food products in their shops?
There is a provision in the Regulations that all the organic products needs to be displayed distinguishable from conventional foods at the shelves. The small retailers may distinguish them by placing stickers on the shelves.
Where can I find information about organic food labelling?
The information on labelling can be found in the Food Safety and Standards (Organic Foods) Regulations, 2017
Are there any standards in place to regulate organic food from other Countries?
The organic products which are imported from the other countries needs to fulfil the requirements laid down under FSS (Organic Foods) Regulations, 2017.
Where can I get the database of the certified Organic Food Products?
https://jaivikbharat.fssai.gov.in/
What about the microbial safety of the meat products?
The microbiological standards for meat and meat products are prescribed in Appendix B of the Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) Regulations, 2011.
Poultry includes which animal species?
Poultry includes chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese, guinea fowl or pigeons.
Does the primary produce without certification be considered as completely organic?
Whether the primary produce or processed food, if not certified cannot be declared as organic.
What is the standard for beef?
The standard for canned corned beef is prescribed under clause 1 of sub-regulation 2.5.2 of the Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) Regulations, 2011.
What needs to be done to get Registration/License for Organic Foods?
The Food Business Operator (FBO) needs complying to the requirements of NPOP Certification or PGS-India Certification system prior to Registration/License.
Can I ripen the raw mangoes at home?
Mangoes can be artificial ripened at home by following methods: