♦ Notice dated 23rd November, 2023 for Seeking public comments on recent recommended Method/Manual by Scientific Panel on Methods of Sampling & Analysis  [Uploaded on : 24-11-2023]

• Following Methods have been approved by the Scientific Panel on Methods of Sampling & Analysis:

  • Notice for Comments  size:( 1.04 MB)
  • Method for Residue analysis of Ethylene Oxide and 2‑Chloroethanol in Foods  size:( 0.62 MB)
  • Manual of Methods of Analysis of Foods–Meat & Meat Products  size:( 1.06 MB)

♦ Notice dated 3rd July, 2023 for Seeking public comments on recent recommended Methods by Scientific Panel on Methods of Sampling & Analysis  [Uploaded on : 03-07-2023]

• Following Methods have been approved by the Scientific Panel on Methods of Sampling & Analysis:

  • Notice for Comments  size:( 0.52 MB)
  • Method for determination of Iron in Vitamin & Mineral Premix for Preparation of Fortified Rice Kernel (FRK).  size:( 0.53 MB)
  • Method for determination of Folic Acid (Vitamin B9) in Vitamin & Mineral Premix for Preparation of Fortified Rice Kernel (FRK).  size:( 0.55 MB)
  • Method for determination of Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) in Vitamin & Mineral Premix for Preparation of Fortified Rice Kernel (FRK).  size:( 0.56 MB)
  • Method for determination of Iron in Fortified Rice Kernel (FRK) by AAS.  size:( 0.52 MB)
  • Method for determination of Iodine and Iron in Double Fortified Salt (DFS) and Phosphorus in Fortified Salt.  size:( 0.83 MB)

♦ Notice dated 3rd May, 2023 for Seeking public comments on recent recommended manuals by Scientific Panel on Methods of Sampling & Analysis  [Uploaded on : 03-05-2023]

• Following manuals have been approved by the Scientific Panel on Methods of Sampling & Analysis:

  • Notice for Comments  size:( 0.52 MB)
  • Manual of Methods of Analysis of Foods- Honey and Other beehive products  size:( 1.41 MB)
  • Manual of Methods of Analysis -Microbiological Examination of Food and Water  size:( 1.8 MB)

♦ Notice dated 9th January, 2023 for Seeking public comments on recent recommended methods by Scientific Panel on Methods of Sampling & Analysis  [Uploaded on : 09-01-2023]

• The comments / suggestions; if any, should be furnished to FSSAI in the prescribed format (Annexure - I) within a period of 30 days of the publication of this notice on the website through email sp-sampling[at]fssai[dot]gov[dot]in
   
  • Notice: Annexure –I || Format for public comments and suggestions   size:( 0.34 MB)
  • Method for Determination of Iron as Fe in Fortified Rice Kernel  size:( 0.53 MB)
  • Method for Determination of Folic Acid (Vitamin B9) in Fortified Rice Kernel.  size:( 0.56 MB)
  • Method for Determination of Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) in Fortified Rice Kernel  size:( 0.55 MB)

♦ Notice 05th Jan. 2023 for seeking public comments on recent recommended method which are given below by 37th meeting of Scientific Panel on Methods of Sampling & Analysis  [Uploaded on : 05-01-2023]

• The comments / suggestions; if any, should be furnished to FSSAI in the prescribed format (Annexure - I) within a period of 30 days of the publication of this notice on the website through email sp-sampling[at]fssai[dot]gov[dot]in
  • Notice: Annexure –I || Format for public comments and suggestions   size:( 0.66 MB)
  • Revised Manual of Methods of Analysis of Foods-Fish and Fish Products  size:( 0.7 MB)
  • Method for Detection of Maize Starch in Tapioca Sago.  size:( 0.34 MB)
  • Guidelines on Sampling for Microbiological Analysis - Ayurveda Aahara products & Food Grain Products.  size:( 0.26 MB)

♦ Notice dated 02nd Jan. 2023 related to seeking public comments on Forms 1A, form 1 B and Form II referred in the draft Food Safety and Standards (Genetically Modified Foods) Regulations, 2022  [Uploaded on : 04-01-2023]

• The comments / suggestions; if any, should be furnished to FSSAI within a period of 30 days of the publication of this notice on the website through email sp-gmof[at]fssai[dot]gov[dot]in
  • Notice  size:( 0.03 MB)
  • Form 1A  size:( 0.11 MB)
  • Form 1 B  size:( 0.14 MB)
  • Form II Approval of Rejection Form  size:( 0.01 MB)
  • Format for comments  size:( 0.13 MB)

♦ Notice for comment for the use of Aadhaar authentication for licensing/ registration of Food Business Operators under the Aadhaar authentication for Good Governance (Social, Welfare, Innovation, Knowledge) Rules, 2020  [Uploaded on : 21-07-2022]

• The comments or suggestions if any, may be sent to Under Secretary (Food Regulation), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, 504-D, Nirman Bhawan, New Delhi - 110011 or email at  food-mohfw@gov.in within 15 days

  • DFA Aadhar  size:( 0.02 MB)

♦ Notice 08th July 2022 for seeking public comments on recent recommended method which are given below by 37th meeting of Scientific Panel on Methods of Sampling & Analysis  [Uploaded on : 08-07-2022]

• The comments / suggestions; if any, should be furnished to FSSAI in the prescribed format (Annexure - I) within a period of 30 days of the publication of this notice on the website through email sp-sampling[at]fssai[dot]gov[dot]in
  • Notice: Annexure –I || Format for public comments and suggestions   size:( 0.5 MB)
  • Revised Manual of Methods of Analysis of Foods Cereal and Cereal Products.  size:( 1.49 MB)
  • Revised Manual of Methods of Analysis of Foods Beverages: Tea, Coffee, Chicory  size:( 1.01 MB)

♦ Notice for seeking public comments on recent recommended method which are given below by 37th meeting of Scientific Panel on Methods of Sampling & Analysis  [Uploaded on : 05-07-2022]

• The comments / suggestions; if any, should be furnished to FSSAI in the prescribed format (Annexure - I) within a period of 30 days of the publication of this notice on the website through email sp-sampling[at]fssai[dot]gov[dot]in
  • Notice: Annexure –I || Format for public comments and suggestions  size:( 0.87 MB)
  • HPLC method for determination of gamma oryzanol content in oils (rice bran oil and other vegetable oils)  size:( 0.27 MB)
  • Fortified Oil: Method for Determination of Vitamin A in Edible Oil and Fats  size:( 0.79 MB)
  • Fortified Oil: Method for Determination of Vitamin D2 and D3 in Edible Oil and Fats  size:( 0.97 MB)
  • Fortified Rice: Method for Determination of Iron in Fortified Rice  size:( 0.71 MB)
  • Fortified Rice:  Method for Determination of Folic Acid (Vitamin B9) in Fortified Rice  size:( 0.71 MB)
  • Fortified Rice:  Method for Determination of Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) in Fortified Rice  size:( 0.81 MB)

   

♦ Notice dated 13th October 2021 for inviting Public Comments on General Guidelines on Sampling for Microbiological Analysis  [Uploaded on : 14-10-2021]

• The comments / suggestions; if any, should be furnished to FSSAI in the prescribed format (Annexure - I) within a period of 30 days of the publication of this notice on  the website through email sp-sampling[at]fssai[dot]gov[dot]in

  • Notice  size:( 1.57 MB)
  • Format for sending comments / suggestions  size:( 0.12 MB)

♦ Notice dated 27th Sept. 2021 for inviting Public Comments on Revised Manual of Methods of Analysis of foods – Dairy and Dairy Products  [Uploaded on : 27-09-2021]

• The comments / suggestions; if any, should be furnished to FSSAI in the prescribed format (Annexure - I) within a period of 30 days of the publication of this notice on  the website through email sp-sampling[at]fssai[dot]gov[dot]in

  • Notice  size:( 3.33 MB)
  • Format for sending comments / suggestions  size:( 0.12 MB)

♦ Notice dated 31st August 2021 for inviting Public Comments on Method for Determination of Niacin in foodstuffs  [Uploaded on : 31-08-2021]

• The comments / suggestions; if any, should be furnished to FSSAI in the prescribed format (Annexure - I) within a period of 30 days of the publication of this notice on  the website through email sp-sampling[at]fssai[dot]gov[dot]in

  • Notice  size:( 1.32 MB)
  • Format for sending comments / suggestions  size:( 0.12 MB)

♦ Public Comments on Standard Specifications for Setting up of a Basic Functional Food Analysis Laboratory and Technical Specifications of Equipment for Model Basic Food Testing Laboratory  [Uploaded on : 23-07-2021]

• Notice Calling for suggestions, views, comments etc from stakeholders within a period of 30 days on the recommendations of Testing Fee Committee through email : labs[at]fssai[dot]gov[dot]in

  • Notice  size:( 0.19 MB)   
  • Standard Specifications  size:( 1.31 MB)
  • Technical Specification  size:( 1.65 MB)   
  • Format for Sending Comments   size:( 0.26 MB)

♦ Notice dated 15th July 2021 for Inviting Public Comments on Proposed Testing fees  [Uploaded on : 16-07-2021]

• Notice Calling for suggestions, views, comments etc from stakeholders within a period of 30 days on the recommendations of Testing Fee Committee through email : labs[at]fssai[dot]gov[dot]in

  • Notice  size:( 0.61 MB)
  • Format for sending suggestions, views, comments etc  size:( 0.01 MB)

♦ Draft Consultation Paper on Conditional Licensing of Proprietary Food  [Uploaded on : 14-07-2021]

• • Draft Consultation Paper  size:( 0.7 MB)
  • Seeking public comments by 31st July, 2021.

♦ Draft Guidance Document & Standard Operating Procedures for fixation of Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) of pesticides in food commodities  [Uploaded on : 09-04-2021]

• The objections or suggestions, if any, may be addressed as per the attached format to the Chief Executive Officer, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, Food and Drug Administration Bhawan, Kotla Road, New Delhi – 110002 or emailed to sp-pesticides@fssai.gov.in within 60 days from uploading of draft

  • Draft Guidance Document  size:( 1.93 MB)

♦ Notice dated 21st October 2020 regarding Inviting Public Comments on Draft Specification for Equipment used in Chemical Analysis of Food  [Uploaded on : 21-10-2020]

• • Notice  size:( 1.47 MB)

♦ Comments/Suggestion regarding Food safety and Standards (Amendment) Bill 2020  [Uploaded on : 18-10-2020]

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♦ Notice dated 04th October 2019 related to draft guidelines on Working with the Private Sector  [Uploaded on : 04-10-2019]

• The objections or suggestions, if any, may be addressed as per the attached format to the Executive Officer (Compliance Strategy), Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, Food and Drug Administration Bhawan, Kotla road, New Delhi - 110002 or emailed to ed-office@fssai.gov.in latest by 25th October 2019

  • Draft Guidelines  size:( 1.8 MB)

♦ Notice Calling for suggestions, views, comments etc from stakeholders within a period of 60 days on the Draft Food Safety & Standards (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals, Food for Special Dietary Use, Food for Special Medical Purpose, Functional food and Novel food) amendment Regulations, 2018.  [Uploaded on : 27-07-2018]

• The objections or suggestions, if any, may be addressed as per the attached format to the Chief Executive Officer, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, 03rd Floor, Food and Drug Administration Bhawan, Kotla road, New Delhi - 110002 or emailed to regulation@fssai.gov.in within 60 days from uploading of this notice on the website or up to 30 days from the draft notification of these standards, whichever is later

  • English (Pdf to Save or Print, 377 KB)  size:( 0.37 MB)
  • Format for sending the Comments and suggestions (Pdf to Save or Print, 219 KB)  size:( 0.21 MB)