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Tuesday, August 14, 2012

LIST OF ADVISORIES/ DIRECTIVES ISSUED BY FSSAI for import of food


 


Authorization of NABL accredited food testing laboratories for analysis of food sample taken under FSS Regulation, 2011
In order to facilitate smooth functioning of regulatory activities and, as an interim arrangement, FSSAI has nominated certain NABL laboratories on ad hoc basis for a period of 3 months or till further order whichever is earlier for undertaking food testing required under the FSS regulation 2011. Also, imported/regulatory samples (such as FBO sample) can be tested as and when requirement in the nominated laboratories. The authorization of the laboratory for the above purpose will automatically stand cancelled in the event of discontinuation of NABL accreditation of laboratory.
1/PLR/FSSAI/2011
12th Sep., 2011

Advisory/ Clarification regarding approval of food products
A number of applications along with license fees have been received from importers and other food business operators who intend to apply for licensing for specific product for which product is not approved. In such cases, it has been decided that the applications received till date shall be send by Designated Officer to the Product Approval division only if demand draft has been deposited in account of FSSAI & in future, no such applications along with license fees shall be accepted by Designated Officers unless the application is found suitable to grant a license under FSSA, 2006. All applicants of products which are not approved may be requested to submit applications to the Director, Product Approval.
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6th Jan., 2012

Filling up of application form B for service category
For service category like retailer, wholesaler, imports, exports, restaurants, hotels, marketers, storage and transporter, catering services the FBO will furnish in broad category details instead of writing each product in Form B.
Decided in DO/ AO Meeting
21st Feb., 2012


Ban on import of dairy products from China
Ban on import of milk and milk products including chocolates and chocolate products and candies/ confectionary / food preparations with milk and milk solids as an ingredient from China may be extended for a period of six months from 24th June 2009 unless there are clear reports available about a significant improvement in the situation.
4/FSSAI/2009
September 2008


Advisory of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India on the steps to be taken in the context of contamination of milk in China
Food Safety and Standards Authority will get in touch with the China Food Safety Authority and explore the possibility of their certifying safety of dairy products being imported from China, with particular reference to melamine contamination.

1/FSSAI/2008
December 2008

IMPORTS DIVISION

Guidelines related to Imported Food Clearance Process by FSSAI’s Authorized Officers
The work of Authorized Officers at four ports, namely Chennai Sea Port, Haldia Sea Port, Kolkata Sea Port and Mumbai Sea Port, is carrying on smoothly. Only in case of JNPT, Nhava Sheva representations have been received with regard to some delays in the first week of the operations which is creating difficulties for some importers keeping in view the ensuing festive season and large number of consignments that are expected to be received at JNPT & Mumbai. The matter has been reviewed in FSSAI and it has been decided that certain guidelines will be complied by the concerned FSSAIs Authorized Officers till further orders in this regard.
1/2008/Import Safety/FSSAI
28th Sep., 2010

Re-testing of sample of Imported Food Articles
The matter has been reviewed by this Authority and it has been decided that the Authorised Officer henceforth will draw two samples of imported food articles, of which
1/2008/Import Safety/FSSAI
3rd Nov, 2010

one sample will be sent for testing to a laboratory authorized for this purpose.

Monitoring of Food Import from Japan for radioactive contamination
As a precautionary measure it has been decided to test samples of food articles, particularly fresh product exported from Japan after 11 March, 2011, such as seafood, fruits, vegetables and meat for radioactive contamination.
1/2008/Import Safety/FSSAI
15th March, 2011

Instruction regarding sending samples of imported food articles to Central Food Laboratories (CFLs)
All the Central Food Laboratories (CFLs) will work as Appellate Laboratory for the purpose of re-testing of samples of imported food articles. Therefore, it may be ensured that only in appeal cases, samples of imported food articles may be sent to CFLs and no samples of imported food articles should be sent in the first instance directly to CFLs.
1/2008/Import Safety/FSSAI
18th May, 2011

Ad-hoc Guidelines for Alcoholic Beverages related to Imported Food Clearance Process by FSSAI’s Authorized Officers
The exemption provided in PFA, 1954 will not be applicable in case of wines labelled as Non-alcoholic/de-alcoholised wine and declaration of best before date for consumption shall be applicable in such circumstances. Clearance of Imported alcoholic beverages may be considered as per usual procedure subject to the condition that minor labelling defects viz. Name and address of importer, Veg./Non-Veg. Symbols and Best before/Expiry date, may be rectified in the custom’s warehouse under supervision of customs department and the custom department shall ensure the labelling requirements prior to release of such consignments.
1/2008/Import Safety/FSSAI
20th May, 2011

Monitoring of fresh Fruit and Vegetable Import from Europe for E. Coli bacterial contamination
As a precautionary measure it has been decided to test samples of all fresh Fruits and Vegetables consignments imported from Europe for E. Coli bacterial contamination.
1/2008/Import Safety/FSSAI
3rd June, 2011

Ad-hoc guidelines related Food Import Clearance Process by FSSAI's Authorized Officers
Food Safety and Standard Authority of India (FSSAI) after due consideration of various operational issues raised by the stakeholders and to facilitate genuine
1/2008/Import Safety/FSSAI-Vol. II
12th Oct., 2011

trade while ensuring the mandate of safe food imports into India has issued certain guidelines/clarifications with immediate effect till further orders in the matter.

Ad-hoc instructions related to Imported Food Clearance Process by FSSAI’s Authorized Officers regarding Date of Manufacture and Batch Number
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has been receiving many representations from food importers in India regarding minor labelling defects in the imported food articles. After due consideration on operational issues and inconvenience suffered by the food importers in India, the Competent Authority has taken decisions on the following minor labelling defects observed by the Authorized Officers, FSSAI at ports
1-17/FSSAI/T/2010
15th Dec., 2011

Ad-hoc instructions related to re-sampling and re-testing of food grains including Pulses’ consignments by Authorized Officers, FSSAI
It has been decided that an opportunity can be granted subject to the condition that cleaning/sorting of the food grains will be done by the importer strictly under the supervision of the Customs in customs bonded area. NOC will be given by the Authorized Officer, FSSAI, if the sample of the improved product is found to be conforming to the standards.
1-17/FSSAI/T/2010
20th Jan., 2012

Instructions regarding contesting cases related to food import clearance process by FSSAI's Authorized Officers
To effectively provide guidance to the Authorized Officer in resolving such matters, it has been decided that Authorized Officers may choose a panel of three Central Government Standing Counsels for their respective regions who are appearing in Central Government matters before the High Court and give all relevant documents like copy of petitions etc. to any one of them.
1-17/FSSAI/T/2010
17th Feb., 2012

The period for keeping the duplicate sample at port
In case NOC has been issued for the consignment, duplicate sample shall be kept for 15 days or up to expiry date whichever is earlier. In case of non conforming samples, duplicate sample shall be kept till the request for retesting is made by the importer or expiry date of the product whichever is earlier.
Decided in DO/ AO Meeting
1(47)2011/Central DO/ FSSAI
15th March, 2012


Issue of Date of manufacture & Lot number on imported product label
In case date of manufacture and lot number are either given as same format or are not given or given in some other format on the label of imported food items in bulk/ wholesale packages, AO may satisfy himself with the documents provided along with the bill of entry and if required may seek clarification from the manufacturer/ exporter in the country of origin. After verifying the documents one time clearance may be given to such consignments along with the direction to importer to comply with FSS Regulations in all future consignments.
Decided in DO/ AO Meeting
15th March, 2012

Guidelines related to Food Import Clearance Process by FSSAI’s Authorized Officers
Food Safety and Standard Authority of India (FSSAI) after due consideration of various operational issues raised by the stakeholders and to facilitate genuine trade while ensuring the mandate of safe food imports into India has issued certain guidelines/clarifications with immediate effect till further orders in the matter.
1-17/FSSAI/T/2010 (Part J)
23rd March, 2012

Guidelines regarding Clearance of Food Consignments imported in India for Research & Development purposes
The matter has been examined in the Authority and it has been decided by the Competent Authority that whenever such type of consignment is referred to FSSAI by the Customs, the quantity and end use of the product may be checked by the Authorized Officer, FSSAI to satisfy themselves that this is not for commercial sale.
1-17/FSSAI/T/2010 (Part B)
30th March, 2012


The procedure adopted by FSSAI for approval of proprietary products/ ingredient already being manufactured under licenses of erstwhile Acts/ Orders (PFA, FPO, MMPO, MFPO etc.) or imported
In such cases the Product Approval Division on receipt of completed application will give NOC for issuing a provisional FSS license for a period of one year or till the risk assessment process is completed whichever is earlier.
No. P. 15025/24/2012-PA/FSSAI
22nd March, 2012

Continuation to the advisories of Product Approval
Provisional NOC will be issued for 1 year in case of existing license holders/ importers for proprietary food products/ ingredients and also for new products/ ingredients which have had a proven record for safety for human consumption in other countries. Products/ Ingredients which are absolutely new and have never been issued in any country and their safety assessment has not been carried out shall not be issued a provisional NOC. Their applications will be forwarded to the Scientific Panel/ Scientific Committee.
P.15025/219/11-PA/FSSAI
23rd April, 2012

The procedure adopted by FSSAI for approval of proprietary products/ ingredient already being manufactured under licenses of erstwhile Acts/ Orders (PFA, FPO, MMPO, MFPO etc.) or imported
In such cases the Product Approval Division on receipt of completed application will give NOC for issuing a provisional FSS license for a period of one year or till the risk assessment process is completed whichever is earlier.




No. P. 15025/24/2012-PA/FSSAI
22nd March, 2012

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