India Issues Draft Amendments to Food Packaging Regulations
On May 13, 2026, India notified G/TBT/N/IND/435 through the WTO framework. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) had previously published the draft "Food Safety and Standards (Packaging) Amendment Regulations, 2026" on February 26, 2026, proposing amendments to the Food Safety and Standards (Packaging) Regulations, 2018. The draft introduces six new professional terms related to food packaging and is open for global comments until July 12, 2026. The date of formal adoption and entry into force has not yet been determined.
May 22, 2026