Bombay High Court Reviews FSSAI Ban on Flavoured Rum and Whisky Labels
The Bombay High Court has sought the Centre's response to pleas by liquor makers Mohan Meakin Ltd and United Spirits Ltd challenging the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India's (FSSAI) ban on certain rum and whisky variants, including Old Monk and McDowell's. The dispute centers on FSSAI's objection to added flavouring and labelling practices, not product safety or quality. Manufacturers argue their products comply with standards and have no consumer complaints. The court will hear the matter further on August 24.
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mint broke this story on 10 Aug, 09:53 am. Other outlets followed.