Flavoured Sandwich Biscuits
Label Analysis
Compliance Report
Non-Compliant (3)
Food Additive Retail Labelling
FailObservation: The label lists several food additives but does not include the specific name of the additive and the declaration 'FOR USE IN FOOD'.
Assessment: The label lists food additives but does not include the specific name of the additive and the declaration 'FOR USE IN FOOD' as required by the FSS (Labelling and Display) Regulations, 2020.
Suggested Action: Add the specific name of the additive and the declaration 'FOR USE IN FOOD' to the label.
Consequence: Section 52, FSS Act 2006: Penalty up to ₹3 lakhs for manufacturing/storing/selling/distributing/importing misbranded food. Adjudicating Officer may also direct corrective action or destruction of the article.
Reference: Regulation 11(1)-(2)
MSG Warning
FailObservation: The label does not contain any declaration or warning related to added MSG.
Assessment: The label is missing the required declaration and warning for added MSG as specified by FSSAI regulations.
Suggested Action: Add the required declaration and warning for added MSG to the label.
Consequence: Section 52, FSS Act 2006: Penalty up to ₹3 lakhs for manufacturing/storing/selling/distributing/importing misbranded food. Adjudicating Officer may also direct corrective action or destruction of the article.
Reference: Regulation 7(1); Schedule II, Clause 1(4) Item 4
Caffeine Content Warning
FailObservation: The label does not contain any declaration of 'CONTAINS CAFFEINE' or the quantity of added caffeine in ppm.
Assessment: The label does not include the required declaration of caffeine content as mandated by the FSSAI regulation for products containing added caffeine.
Suggested Action: Add a declaration 'CONTAINS CAFFEINE' in a rectangular box and specify the quantity of added caffeine in ppm in the list of ingredients.
Consequence: Section 52, FSS Act 2006: Penalty up to ₹3 lakhs for manufacturing/storing/selling/distributing/importing misbranded food. Adjudicating Officer may also direct corrective action or destruction of the article.
Reference: Regulation 7(1); Schedule II, Clause 1(1), Item 3
Compliant (17)
Food Name on Front
PassObservation: The label displays 'FOOD CATEGORY 7.2.1 FLAVOURED SANDWICH BISCUITS' on the front.
Assessment: The label includes the required food name 'FLAVOURED SANDWICH BISCUITS' on the front, which indicates its true nature as per FSSAI regulations.
Nutrient Calculation
PassObservation: The label provides energy and protein values per 100g of the product.
Assessment: The energy and protein values on the label are calculated using the prescribed conversion factors and formula as per FSSAI regulations.
No False Labelling
PassObservation: The label contains all required information and does not present any false, misleading, or deceptive information.
Assessment: The label complies with the 'No False Labelling' rule as it does not contain any false, misleading, or deceptive information.
Nutritional Panel
PassObservation: The label includes nutritional information per 100g and per serving, including energy, protein, carbohydrate, total sugars, added sugars, total fat, saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, and sodium. It also states the serving size and number of servings per package.
Assessment: The label complies with the FSSAI rule for nutritional information on packaged foods. All required nutritional information is present and correctly formatted.
Ingredient List
PassObservation: The label includes a complete list of ingredients under the heading 'INGREDIENTS'. Ingredients are listed in descending order of composition by weight or volume. Allergens are also declared.
Assessment: The label complies with the FSSAI regulation for ingredient listing. The ingredients are listed in descending order of composition by weight or volume, and allergens are declared as required.
E-Commerce Labelling
PassObservation: All mandatory label information is provided to the consumer before sale through appropriate means.
Assessment: The label provides all mandatory information required by the E-Commerce Labelling rule before sale.
Veg/Non-Veg Symbol
PassObservation: Green vegetarian symbol is present on the label
Assessment: The label displays the mandatory veg/non-veg marking as required by FSSAI regulations.
Trans Fat Declaration
PassObservation: The label declares the trans fat content as 0.0g and saturated fat content as 8.8g.
Assessment: The label includes the required trans fat and saturated fat content declarations as specified by the FSSAI regulation.
Lot/Batch Number
PassObservation: The label contains 'Batch No.:' followed by a number.
Assessment: The label includes a batch number, which is required by FSSAI regulations to enable traceability of the product.
FSSAI Logo & Licence
PassObservation: FSSAI logo and license number are present on the label.
Assessment: The label displays the mandatory FSSAI logo and license number as required by FSSAI regulations.
Food Additives Declaration
PassObservation: The label includes the declaration of food additives with their specific names or INS numbers.
Assessment: The label complies with the requirement to declare food additives with their specific names or INS numbers as per FSS (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) Regulations, 2011.
Net Quantity & MRP
PassObservation: The label includes the net weight and MRP as required.
Assessment: The label includes the net weight (500g) and MRP (₹8906122609539) as required by the Legal Metrology Act, 2009 and Rules thereunder.
Manufacturer Address
PassObservation: The label includes the manufacturer's name and complete address.
Assessment: The label includes the manufacturer's name and complete address, which complies with the FSSAI regulation 5(6)(a).
Date Marking
PassObservation: The label contains 'Date of Packaging:' and 'Use by.:' which are required for date marking.
Assessment: The label includes both 'Date of Packaging:' and 'Use by.:' which meets the compliance condition of the rule.
Label Language
PassObservation: All mandatory label declarations are present and in English.
Assessment: The label contains all required information in English, and the label appears to be firmly affixed with clear, legible, and indelible content.
Allergen Declaration
PassObservation: The label contains allergen information stating 'Contains WHEAT, MILK AND SOY.'
Assessment: The label includes the required allergen declaration as per FSSAI regulations, stating 'Contains WHEAT, MILK AND SOY.'
Schedule II Mandatory Declarations
PassObservation: The label contains the mandatory declarations for ingredients and additives as required by Schedule II of FSSAI regulations.
Assessment: The label complies with the mandatory declaration requirements for ingredients, additives, and allergens as specified in Schedule II of FSSAI regulations.
Pending Review (2)
QUID Declaration
PendingObservation: The label does not provide the percentage by weight or volume of any emphasized or characterizing ingredients.
Assessment: This rule applies to pre-packaged foods sold as mixtures with emphasized or characterizing ingredients. However, the label does not provide the percentage by weight or volume of any emphasized or characterizing ingredients, and thus does not meet the compliance condition.
PDP Size Requirements
PendingObservation: The label does not provide information on the principal display panel (PDP) area or font size.
Assessment: The label does not provide sufficient information to determine compliance with the PDP size requirements. The rule applies to all pre-packaged food products, but the specific dimensions and font sizes are not provided in the label text.