The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has initiated legal action against Nestlé India Limited regarding promotional claims and product safety for certain infant formula products.
Reader brief
Through the Reader lens: The FSSAI has filed three cases against Nestlé India Limited for allegedly violating promotional rules on products including NAN Excella Pro Stage 1, Lactogen Pro 1, and other follow-up formulas. Regulators found that the company made unverified claims regarding nutrients like HMOs and whey protein to increase sales. Additionally, testing revealed that one follow-up formula contained biotin levels exceeding permitted parameters. Consumers are advised to consult doctors before using such infant products.
What to watch next
- Outcome of the ongoing adjudication process
- Potential regulatory fines or penalties imposed on Nestlé India
- Further updates from FSSAI regarding food labeling and marketing compliance
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All filed from IndiaNamed India · Lactogen Pro 1 · NAN Excella Pro Stage 1 · Nestlé India Limited · Food Safety and Standards Authority of India · Supreme Court of India
- [1]Aaj TakneutralNestlé के फॉर्मूला मिल्क पर FSSAI की कार्रवाई, जानिए पूरा मामला