Food Items Banned In India

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15 May 2024

The country has enforced strict regulations to ensure food safety and protect public health

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The FSSAI has prohibited several products for a variety of reasons, including health concerns, environmental implications, and cultural sensitivities

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Here is a list of foods banned in India

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FSSAI banned sassafras oil due to its high content of erucic acid, which can cause heart disease

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Since 2008, the FSSAI has prohibited Chinese milk and milk products, including infant formula, due to many contamination concerns in China

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In 2014, foie gras was prohibited in India due to ethical problems with the production method, which involves force-feeding ducks or geese to inflate their livers

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In 2016, FSSAI also prohibited the use of potassium bromate, which is used to promote dough elasticity and bread volume, because of its carcinogenic qualities

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Artificial fruit ripeners including calcium carbide and ethylene gasare  banned due to health concerns.
The former releases acetylene gas, a well-known carcinogen 

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India has placed limitations on the production and import of genetically modified foods and products, due to environmental effects, the loss of biodiversity, and health hazards

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The FSSAI prohibited the import of Chinese garlic in 2019 after finding elevated pesticide residue levels

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