Starting January 1, 2026, India's food regulator, FSSAI, will mandate a standardized, science-based format for assessing food product safety. Stakeholders seeking risk assessments for new or existing products must provide detailed scientific evidence, including nutritional information, consumption data, toxicological studies, and allergy risks specific to Indian eating habits. This shift from assurances to scientific proof aims to enhance public health protection by ensuring products meet safety standards based on relevant Indian consumption patterns.