The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) will mandate strict scientific data for all new food product approvals and reviews starting January 1, 2026. Submissions must include detailed nutritional composition, Indian consumption patterns, toxicology results, safe intake thresholds, allergy risks, and scientific literature. This move aims to ensure product safety aligns with Indian dietary habits and sensitivities, with applications reviewed by FSSAI's Science and Standards Division and independent expert panels.