Nestlé: In a significant development, the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) has addressed a letter to the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), highlighting concerns regarding the sugar content in infant food products manufactured by Nestlé.
National Commission for Protection of Child Rights Raises Concerns Over Sugar Content in Baby Foods Manufactured by Nestlé
The NCPCR, a statutory body mandated to safeguard child rights in the country, expressed alarm over media reports indicating the presence of added sugars in certain baby food products produced by Nestlé. These findings raise serious apprehensions about the potential health risks posed to infants and young children consuming such products.
Under Section 13 of the CPCR Act, 2005, the Commission has initiated an inquiry into the matter, urging the FSSAI to conduct a comprehensive review of the sugar content in baby food products manufactured and marketed by Nestlé, as well as other companies in the industry.
- Specifically, the NCPCR has requested the following information from the FSSAI:
- Verification of whether Nestlé’s products are certified by the FSSAI and whether they comply with established protocols.
- Provision of standard guidelines for infant food products to ensure compliance with nutritional quality and safety standards.
- Disclosure of the number of baby food manufacturing companies registered with the FSSAI, along with a list of these companies and their respective product lines.
The NCPCR has set a deadline of 7 days for the FSSAI to investigate the matter and furnish the requested information to the Commission. The report is to be submitted both electronically and via postal mail to ensure prompt communication and action.
This development underscores the NCPCR’s commitment to ensuring the well-being and health of infants and young children by advocating for stringent regulations and monitoring compliance within the baby food industry. The outcome of this inquiry is anticipated to have far-reaching implications for the safety and nutritional quality of infant food products available in the market.
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