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India allows use of specific recycled plastics in food packaging

Source：Adsale Plastics Network Date ：2025-05-02 Editor ：RC

Copyright： This article was originally written/edited by Adsale Plastics Network (AdsaleCPRJ.com), republishing and excerpting are not allowed without permission. For any copyright infringement, we will pursue legal liability in accordance with the law.

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has amended the Food Safety and Standards (Packaging) Regulations, 2025 to allow the use of specific categories of recycled plastics in food packaging, supporting sustainable packaging while ensuring consumer safety.

The amendments were published in the Official Gazette on March 28, 2025 and came into effect from the date of publication.

Key highlights of the amendment include:

Use of Recycled Plastics: Certain categories of recycled plastics are now permitted in food packaging, subject to strict quality and safety standards.
Safety Compliance: All recycled plastics must meet specific migration limits to prevent contamination and ensure food safety.
Approved Recycling Methods: Only plastics processed through FSSAI-approved recycling technologies can be used.
Traceability and Labeling: Packaging must be clearly labeled to indicate the use of recycled materials and ensure traceability.

These amendments provide consumers with more sustainable packaging options while ensuring safer food packaging with greater information transparency.

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Source：Adsale Plastics Network Date ：2025-05-02 Editor ：RC

The amendments were published in the Official Gazette on March 28, 2025 and came into effect from the date of publication.

Key highlights of the amendment include:

Use of Recycled Plastics: Certain categories of recycled plastics are now permitted in food packaging, subject to strict quality and safety standards.
Safety Compliance: All recycled plastics must meet specific migration limits to prevent contamination and ensure food safety.
Approved Recycling Methods: Only plastics processed through FSSAI-approved recycling technologies can be used.
Traceability and Labeling: Packaging must be clearly labeled to indicate the use of recycled materials and ensure traceability.

These amendments provide consumers with more sustainable packaging options while ensuring safer food packaging with greater information transparency.