From The Economic Times · ET Online · · 50s
FSSAI Targets Companies for Protein Claims
FSSAI issues notices to Dr Reddy's, Nestle Health Science, Amazon, Flipkart over misleading protein health claims.
In brief
FSSAI issues notices to Dr Reddy's, Nestle Health Science, Amazon, Flipkart over misleading protein health claims. FSSAI has sent notices to four companies for allegedly making false protein-related health claims on product packaging. Originally reported by The Economic Times.
FSSAI issues notices
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on Thursday issued notices to Dr Reddy's, Nestle Health Science, Tirupati Wellness, Amazon, Flipkart and Netmeds over allegedly misleading health claims on products marketed for protein support and maintaining lean muscle mass.
Companies asked to explain claims
The regulator said the companies had been asked to explain why regulatory action should not be initiated against them over claims made in connection with the products.
Misleading claims identified
According to FSSAI, the products carried claims relating to high protein content, maintenance of lean muscles, muscle strength, immunity support and energy metabolism.
The short version
FSSAI has sent notices to four companies for allegedly making false protein-related health claims on product packaging.
