Mandatory FSSAI Bi-Annual Food Testing in Pune: Water Testing, NABL Laboratory Reports & FSMS Plan

Mandatory Food and Water Testing Standards under FSSAI in Pune

Under statutory FSSAI order 1582/2022/FSSAI, licensed food manufacturing, processing, catering, and restaurant businesses in Maharashtra must conduct Mandatory Bi-Annual Testing (every 6 months) of food products and commercial potable water through an independent NABL-accredited and FSSAI-notified laboratory.

Water used in cooking, utensil washing, and ice manufacturing must be tested against IS 10500 Potable Drinking Water Standards (checking microbiological pathogens, E. coli, heavy metals, and coliform counts). Finished food products must undergo microbiological and nutritional assays. Failing to maintain current laboratory test reports invites immediate suspension during FDA inspections. KOKJAGUAR Consultancy coordinates testing with accredited laboratories across Pune. Explore our food laboratory testing facilitation desk.

Statutory Laboratory Testing Schedule

• Potable Water Testing (IS 10500): Complete microbiological and chemical test report conducted at least once every 6 months.
• Finished Product Testing: Testing representative batches against regulatory microbiological and chemical thresholds every 6 months.
• Food Safety Management System (FSMS) Plan: Comprehensive documented plan detailing hazard controls and water filtration maintenance.
• Preservation of Reports: Test certificates must be preserved for at least 12 months and produced upon Food Safety Officer notice.