The Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 (Act 34 of 2006) is the principal legislation governing food safety, food standards, regulation, manufacture, storage, distribution, sale, and import of food products in India. This 2026 edition incorporates amendments made by the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023 and includes the updated Food Safety and Standards Rules, 2011. Published as a Bare Act with Comments, the book provides a comprehensive legal framework relating to food regulation, compliance requirements, regulatory enforcement, and food safety governance in India. The inclusion of Supreme Court Guidelines and Landmark Judgments makes it a valuable legal and practical reference for understanding the interpretation and application of food safety laws.
Key Features
- Complete text of The Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 (Act 34 of 2006)
- Updated with amendments under the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023
- Includes Food Safety and Standards Rules, 2011 as amended by G.S.R. 678(E), dated 29-10-2024 (w.e.f. 30-10-2024)
- Contains Food Safety and Standards (Removal of Difficulties) Order, 2007
- Covers important statutory provisions governing food regulation and compliance
- Includes Supreme Court Guidelines relevant to food safety law
- Features Landmark Judgments for judicial and practical reference
- Published as a Bare Act with Comments
- Updated 2026 edition for legal, regulatory, and academic use