Mandatory requirement to set up an in-house food testing laboratory all Manufacturers/Processors under FSSAI
Is there a mandatory requirement for all Manufacturers/Processors to compulsorily set up an in-house food testing laboratory?
As per the condition of the License, FBOs involved in manufacturing/processing of Oils shall have an in-house laboratory facility for analytical testing of products.
Further, FSSAI vide order number 15023/02/2017-QA (pt-2) dated 15th October 2019 has issued directions that all Dairy Processing units should follow a standardized Scheme of Sampling, Testing, and Inspection for monitoring of internal controls to ensure safe and good quality supply of milk and milk products to consumers. Detailed Scheme of Sampling, Testing, and Inspection is attached with the order (available at FSSAI’s website). The scheme came into force from 01st Jan 2020.
[Disclaimer: As the FAQs are only for guidance purpose, therefore in case of any confusion between FAQs and Advisories/Orders issued by FSSAI, it is recommended to follow the latest Advisories/Orders issued by FSSAI from time to time]
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