FSSAI Issues Warning Against Sale of Human Milk in India
In a decisive move to regulate food safety, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a stern warning against the sale and commercialization of human milk and its products. This directive, released on May 24, underscores the regulatory body's commitment to ensuring the safety and integrity of food products in the country. Advisory on Human Milk Commercialization The FSSAI’s recent advisory, titled ‘Advisory on Unauthorized Commercialization of Human Milk and Its Products,’ addresses concerns raised by various registered societies regarding the commercial sale of human milk. The advisory clearly states that the FSSAI has not authorized the processing or sale of human milk under the Food Safety and Standards (FSS) Act, 2006, and the associated rules and regulations. In its statement, the FSSAI emphasized, “It is advised that all such activities related to the commercialization of human milk and its products should be immediately stopped. Any vio...
