The Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006
The Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 (FSSA) is an Indian law that consolidates various food-related laws and establishes the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) to regulate food safety and standards in India.
Summary
The Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 (FSSA) is a comprehensive law that aims to ensure food safety and hygiene in India. It consolidates various food-related laws and establishes the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) as the regulatory body responsible for the enforcement of food safety and quality standards across the country. The act provides for the creation of standards for food products, licensing and registration of food businesses, and inspection and sampling of food products. It also provides for penalties and legal action against offenders who violate food safety standards. The FSSAI is empowered to undertake surveillance, monitoring, and enforcement activities to ensure that food products are safe and wholesome for consumption.
Table of Contents
| # | Section | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Section 1: Short Title, Extent And Commencement | Open |
| 2 | Section 2: Declaration As To Expediency Of Control By The Union | Open |
| 3 | Section 3: Definitions | Open |
| 4 | Section 4: Establishment Of Food Safety And Standards Authority Of India | Open |
| 5 | Section 5: Composition Of Food Authority And Qualifications For Appointment Of Its Chairperson And Other Members | Open |
| 6 | Section 6: Selection Committee For Selection Of Chairperson And Members Of Food Authority | Open |
| 7 | Section 7: Term Of Office, Salary, Allowances And Other Conditions Of Service Of Chairperson And Members Of Food Authority | Open |
| 8 | Section 8: Removal Of Chairperson And Members Of Food Authority | Open |
| 9 | Section 9: Officers And Other Employees Of Food Authority | Open |
| 10 | Section 10: Functions Of The Chief Executive Officer | Open |
| 11 | Section 11: Central Advisory Committee | Open |
| 12 | Section 12: Functions Of Central Advisory Committee | Open |
| 13 | Section 13: Scientific Panels | Open |
| 14 | Section 14: Scientific Committee | Open |
| 15 | Section 15: Procedure For Scientific Committee And Scientific Panel | Open |