- Food regulator FSSAI has issued 150 notices to food companies, including major brands Nestle India, PepsiCo and Coca-Cola India, over misleading advertisements, false claims and labelling non-compliances.
- The regulator shared a list of major brands against whom action has been taken, including Nestle India, PepsiCo, Abbott India Ltd, Red Bull India, Danone India, Monster Energy India Pvt Ltd, Hell Energy Pvt Ltd, Mondelez India, Coca-Cola India, Diageo, Pernod Ricard, Ferrero India and Kenvue Inc.
- In the past few months, the FSSAI has taken action against various food business operators (FBOs) for serious violations of its laws and regulations.
- As many as 12 notices have been sent to e-commerce companies Amazon and Flipkart, and one Amazon warehouse license has also been cancelled.
- More than 30 notices have been issued to food service establishments like KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Domino's and Costa Coffee, and five licenses of Domino's have been suspended.
- Earlier this week, the FSSAI said many companies have started taking corrective actions following the notices issued against them.
The FSSAI has ramped up its enforcement actions, issuing 150 notices to prominent food brands such as Nestle India, PepsiCo, and Coca-Cola India for misleading advertisements and labeling non-compliance. The regulator's actions reflect a commitment to uphold food safety standards and consumer rights.12349
Among the companies targeted, Domino's has faced significant penalties, with five licenses suspended due to violations. The FSSAI's scrutiny extends beyond these brands, as it has also issued over 30 notices to food service establishments like KFC, McDonald's, and Pizza Hut.78
In addition, 12 notices were sent to e-commerce giants Amazon and Flipkart, with one Amazon warehouse license being cancelled. The FSSAI noted that many companies have begun taking corrective actions in response to the notices, indicating a potential shift towards compliance in the industry.56
The FSSAI's actions underscore the importance of transparency and accountability in food marketing, aiming to protect consumers from misleading claims and ensure adherence to labeling regulations.
“The regulator also sent 12 notices to Amazon and Flipkart, cancelling one Amazon warehouse license, and suspended five Domino's licenses. FSSAI said many companies have begun corrective actions following the notices.”
