TNPSC Thervupettagam

FSSAI delinks FoPL from general labelling

December 25 , 2019 1716 days 861 0
  • The FSSAI (Food Safety Standards Association of India) announced that the front of packet labelling (FoPL) will be delinked from its general labelling regulation.
  • FoPL is aimed at making consumers aware of food products that are high in fat, sugar and salt content.
  • It helps to identify the green (vegetarian foods) and red (non-vegetarian foods).
  • It also includes pictorial representation of nutrients, food group nutrients and summary indicators, etc.

About FoPL

  • FoPL is a policy tool that help consumers to make healthier food choices.
  • It was included within the draft Food Safety and Standards (Labelling and Display) Regulations, 2019 in India.

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