India introduces limits for mollusc biotoxins

India introduces limits for mollusc biotoxins
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has amended its Food Safety and Standards Regulation 2011, by publishing limits for biotoxins in bivalve molluscs, according to the latest bulletin from SGS Food Safety Services.

Shellfish, especially mussels, scallops, oysters and clams are major sources of biotoxins that result in human intoxication. Human consumption of contaminated shellfish can lead to different types of toxic syndrome.

Currently, food safety issues associated with biotoxins are placing greater responsibility on food producers, but regulations are limited to the EU, US and Japan. To comply with international regulations, the Indian government has proposed to set the limit of biotoxins in shellfish by amending its existing regulation.

The food supply chain needs to take no immediate action, however, since the draft amendment, and its biotoxins limits, have become law, seafood producers and processors need to implement an effective seafood testing programme.

Contact: SGS Food safety Services

Related topics Food Safety

Related news

Show more

Follow us

Featured Jobs

View more

Webinars

PRODUCTS & SERVICES