FSSAI Revamps Alcoholic Beverage Regulations: Impacts on Nutritional Labeling & Industry
safefoodmitra.com · 2024-02-29 09:07:52
Step into an era of change with India's' alcoholic beverage regulations as the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) unveils a groundbreaking amendment. Delving into the heart of this transformative change, the amendment, rooted in the Food Safety and Standards Act of 2006, ushers in a new era for alcoholic beverages. This article uncovers the key aspects of this pivotal amendment, from nutritional information labeling to redefining malt and grain whisky classifications. Get ready to navigate the regulatory shifts that will shape the industry. March 1, 2024 marks the dawn of a spirited era.
Regulatory Revisions and Industry Adaptation
The significant changes to the regulatory landscape include:
A substantial transformation occurs in Part 5 of the Alcoholic Beverages Regulations. Regulation 5.5 is entirely replaced,
The amendment brings about crucial alterations to the definitions of malt and grain whisky. Specifically, it redefines single malt whisky and introduces a new classification named "single grain whisky."
By eliminating the mandatory requirement for nutritional information on labels, the FSSAI aims to ease the regulatory burden on alcoholic beverage manufacturers. This move could streamline the labeling process and reduce costs associated with compliance. However, the voluntary nature of energy content disclosure leaves room for potential variations in labeling practices, raising questions about consistency and transparency.