FSSAI Notifies NABL Accredited Laboratories for Analysis of Food Samples
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has modified its list of laboratories accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL). These laboratories are notified for the purposes of carrying out analysis of food samples taken in accordance with the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
Drug Alert List for October 2023
A total of 1105 samples were tested by the CDSCO. Based on the samples tested, CDSCO has found a total of 61 drugs, medical devices and cosmetics that are identified as being deficient.
CDSCO warns against Dispatch of Same Batch of Cough Syrups to Multiple Test Centres
CDSCO has stated that it has observed that cough syrup samples of same batch number, manufactured by the same manufacturer (for export purpose) is being received by two different laboratories for testing purposes. The CDSCO has emphasised that this is highly objectionable and not acceptable.
Proposed Amendments to Cosmetics Rules 2020: Strengthening Regulations
On 15th May 2023, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare proposed amendments to the Cosmetics Rules 2020. These changes aim to enhance labeling clarity, streamline regulatory authorities, strengthen testing and analysis, reinforce record-keeping obligations, empower inspection authorities, and address licensing and labeling requirements. The amendments seek to bolster consumer safety and regulatory compliance in the cosmetics industry
