FSSAI Bans Fake Paneer Labeling Nationwide
Food regulator cracks down on cheese analogues sold as paneer
FSSAI's West Region issued a public notice on April 22, 2026, directing all centrally licensed manufacturers and food service establishments to stop selling cheese analogues as 'paneer' immediately.
The crackdown targets a widespread practice where processed cheese substitutes are passed off as traditional paneer, constituting a "grave violation of the law," according to FSSAI.
Restaurants must now train procurement teams and chefs to identify genuine paneer, while clearly disclosing any cheese analogue use on menus and display boards. The move protects consumers from mislabeling in India's ₹50,000 crore dairy market.
Field Notes
Quick referenceFSSAI notice issued April 22, 2026 — immediate compliance required
India's dairy market worth ₹50,000 crore
Restaurants must train staff to identify genuine paneer
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