New Delhi: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued notices to eight food companies, including Emami Healthy & Tasty, over names and product claims that it said may mislead consumers.Health Aid, Troovy, The Healthy Factory, Healthy Master, Healthy Choice, Plan B and Neuherbs are the other companies the food safety regulator called out for possible violation of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.FSSAI disclosed the action on its social media accounts on Sunday. The companies could not be immediately contacted for comments.According to FSSAI, the trade name of Emami Healthy & Tasty, the edible oils business of the Kolkata-based Emami Group, could mislead consumers and may be inconsistent with the applicable food safety regulations. Plan B has also come under scrutiny for marketing products as "plant based vegan." The regulator said such claims may give consumers the impression that the products are vegan, although the company had not secured prior approval for vegan food endorsement under its FSSAI licence.
FSSAI notices to 8 companies over misleading names, claims
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued notices to eight food companies, including Emami Healthy & Tasty, for potentially misleading product names and claims. Companies like Plan B are under scrutiny for "plant-based vegan" marketing without prior approval. FSSAI aims to prevent consumer deception regarding food products.
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