FSSAI Issues Clarification On Selling, Marketing Of Milk, Ghee, Butter, Curd Under A1 and A2 Categories

FSSAI has issued a clarification on the marketing of milk and its products like ghee, butter, and more under the categories of A1 and A2.

Written by: Analiza Pathak Edited by: Analiza Pathak

Updated: August 22, 2024, 4:45 PM IST

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FSSAI Issues Clarification On Selling, Marketing Of Milk, Ghee, Butter, Curd Under A1 and A2 Categories

The FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) has issued a clarification on the marketing of milk and its products like ghee, butter, and more under the categories of A1 and A2. The clarification emphasizes the necessity of obtaining an FSSAI License Number or Registration Certificate Number for selling or marketing these products. This move aims to ensure compliance with food safety standards and regulations, safeguarding consumer health.

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) said these claims do not conform with the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. In its latest order, FSSAI said it had examined the issue and found that A1 and A2 differentiation is linked to the structure of beta-casein protein in milk.

FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) issues clarification regarding selling/marketing of milk and milk products such as ghee, milk etc in the name of A1 and A2 under FSSAI License Number and/or Registration Certificate Number. pic.twitter.com/QHBf33aK0K

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However, current FSSAI regulations do not recognize this differentiation. “FBOs are instructed to remove such claims from their products,” the regulator said, referring to food business operators.

E-commerce platforms were also told to remove these claims from products and websites immediately.

Companies have been given six months to exhaust pre-printed labels, with no further extensions to be granted.

A1 and A2 milk differ in their beta-casein protein composition, which varies based on cow breed. The regulator emphasized strict compliance with this directive.