Mandatory Labeling and Display Rules for Packaged Food Products under FSSAI Regulations 2026

Mandatory Food Packaging & Labeling Standards under FSSAI

For packaged food manufacturers, artisanal sweet makers, spice blenders, and snack makers in Pune, compliant product packaging is a strict legal requirement under the Food Safety and Standards (Labeling and Display) Regulations.

Mandatory Information Required on Every Pre-Packaged Food Label:

• Name of the Food: Specific descriptive commercial name reflecting product contents.
• List of Ingredients: Listed in descending order of weight or volume at the time of manufacture.
• Nutritional Information Panel: Energy (kcal), Protein (g), Carbohydrates (g), Total Sugars & Added Sugars (g), and Total Fat (g) per 100g or per serving.
• Veg / Non-Veg Logo: Green filled circle inside a green outlined square for vegetarian; brown filled triangle inside a brown outlined square for non-vegetarian.
• Declaration of Food Allergens: Bold disclosure of common allergens (gluten, peanuts, tree nuts, milk, eggs, soy).
• FSSAI Logo and 14-Digit License Number: Prominently displayed with high contrast.
• Net Quantity, Batch/Lot Number, and Date Marking: Date of manufacture, "Best Before", or "Use By" date.
• Name and Complete Address of Manufacturer / Marketer.

For complete licensing details, consult our complete FSSAI guide or contact our packaging compliance desk.