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Nestle backs stricter food labelling norms for transparency
Nestle has backed stricter food labelling norms in India, saying transparency is key for consumers. The Swiss packaged food major said India emerged as its highest-performing market in the first half of…
Nestle has backed stricter food labelling norms in India, saying transparency is key for consumers. The Swiss packaged food major said India emerged as its highest-performing market in the first half of calendar year 2026 and has the potential to become one of its top five markets globally.
The company did not specify which labelling rules it supports, but the statement aligns with ongoing regulatory discussions in India around front-of-pack nutrition labels and health warnings. Nestle's endorsement comes as food companies face increasing scrutiny over health claims and ingredient disclosure.
The move signals a shift in corporate stance as global food majors adjust to tighter regulations in large markets. Nestle's growing bet on India reflects the country's expanding consumer base and rising demand for packaged foods.
Indian Opinion Analysis
India's food labelling rules are governed by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, which has proposed mandatory front-of-pack labels for salt, sugar and fat. Nestle's backing gives momentum to the proposal, which has faced resistance from parts of the industry. The company's own products, from Maggi noodles to its infant cereal portfolio, have been at the centre of past labelling controversies in India. If the rules are adopted, compliance costs will rise for all packaged food makers, but Nestle's early endorsement may position it as a cooperative player with regulators. The final FSSAI notification is expected later this year.
Source: ndtvprofit.com
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