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FSSAI Proposes Banning Added Fructose and Sucrose in Infant Baby Foods
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News18•17-10-2026, 16:00
FSSAI Proposes Banning Added Fructose and Sucrose in Infant Baby Foods
- •The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has proposed banning the addition of sucrose and fructose in food products intended for infants up to six months of age.
- •The draft amendment aims to strengthen nutritional safeguards, minimize early exposure to added sugars, and address health challenges like childhood obesity.
- •Under current regulations, sucrose and fructose can be added within limits, but the new draft seeks a strict prohibition for babies under six months.
- •The draft notification is currently open for public consultation, allowing stakeholders to submit objections and suggestions within 60 days.
Key Questions Answered
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has proposed banning the addition of fructose and sucrose in food products intended for infants up to six months of age.
The draft notification has been published for public consultation, allowing stakeholders 60 days to submit their objections and suggestions.
Under current provisions of the Food Safety and Standards (Foods for Infant Nutrition) Regulations, 2020, lactose and glucose polymers are the preferred sources of carbohydrates.
