To check adulteration, Food Safety and Standards Association of India (FSSAI) has proposed for the first time fixing of maximum permissible limit of melamine content in milk and related products.
The food safety regulator has proposed imposing a permissible limit of 1 mg of melamine in every kg of powdered infant formula, 0.15 mg per kg in liquid infant formula and 2.5 mg per kg in other foods.
The regulator has sought public comments on these proposals by September 6. Melamine is largely used in plastic and fertiliser industry.
Problem With Chinese Dairy Products
The government recently banned import of Chinese milk and milk products for one year till June 2016 due to presence of this particular chemical.
FSSAI also proposed that food companies should mention sources of edible vegetable oil or fat on the label of packaged food items for the benefit of consumers.
Public comments have also been sought on this proposal.
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