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UP Mandates 'Use By Date' for All Sweets, Bans Harmful Chemicals in Milk Processing
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News18•27-09-2026, 19:45
UP Mandates 'Use By Date' for All Sweets, Bans Harmful Chemicals in Milk Processing
- •Uttar Pradesh Food Safety and Drug Administration Department has mandated a "Use by Date" on all sweets displayed for sale across the state, effective October 15.
- •The new rule is particularly crucial for loose sweets, which previously lacked mandatory expiry information, aiming to inform consumers about freshness and shelf life.
- •The shelf life of sweets varies from one to 30 days, and clear labeling will help consumers make informed decisions and ensure their health and well-being.
- •The department has also banned the use of ethylene glycol and diethylene glycol in milk and milk product processing units due to serious health risks if they contaminate food.
- •Propylene glycol is approved as a safe alternative for cooling in milk processing, already used by many units.
Key Questions Answered
The Uttar Pradesh Food Safety and Drug Administration Department has mandated that a “Use by Date” must be displayed on all sweets stored and displayed for sale across the state starting October 15, targeting loose sweets that previously lacked such requirements.
The Uttar Pradesh food department banned ethylene glycol and diethylene glycol because these chemicals pose serious health risks if they contaminate food products due to potential equipment leaks during refrigeration or pasteurization.
According to the Food Safety and Drug Administration Department, the shelf life of different sweets varies based on their nature and type, ranging from one day to 30 days.
