BusinessFood Companies Oppose FSSAI Red Labels Citing Consumer Confusion
Major food companies have opposed the FSSAI's plan to introduce red labels on products high in salt, sugar, or fat. They argue that such warnings could confuse consumers, as Indians associate red color with different meanings. Companies advocate for scientifically based front-of-pack warnings instead, noting that diverse Indian food consumption patterns make arbitrary thresholds problematic.
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