Nov 1, 2013

Stick to rules, sweet makers told

The district administration has issued a set of guidelines to manufacturers and retailers of sweets and snacks in view of the festival season.
According to an administration release, all manufacturers and retailers of edibles for the festival season have to register with the Department of Food Safety. They have to ensure that all edibles are made with standardised ingredients. Manufacturers have been warned against excess colouration or adulteration in any form, and ensure hygienic preparation of the food item. All packaged food items shall bear the address of the manufacturer, name of the food item, date of manufacture/packaging, type of food (vegetarian or non-vegetarian), and period of best use. According to the release, manufacturers are advised to contact the Department of Food Safety and get licence under the Food Safety and Standards rules 2006.
Consumers can convey any grievance or complaint to the Department of Food Safety and Drug Administration, Food Safety division, Government Hospital premises, Nagapattinam (ph: 04365-247060).

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