FSSAI issues notices to Nestlé India, HUL over misleading products and non-compliances; What are the claims?

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued notices to Hindustan Unilever (HUL) and Nestlé India over alleged violations involving two of their products, reported PTI. Regulatory authorities have identified compliance issues associated with a specific Horlicks product, as well as approval and labelling discrepancies involving a specialised nutritional powder.

FSSAI issues notice to HUL, Nestle India

The notice from the regulatory involves Hindustan Unilever’s Horlicks Women's Plus Chocolate Nutrition Drink 400g, reported PTI.

What are the misleading claims?

In an X post on Saturday, FSSAI said that notices have been issued to these two companies "regarding misleading claims and non-compliances".

"Claims such as 'Nutrition for Strong Bones', 'Clinically Proven to Help Improve Bone Strength in 6 Months' and 'Improves Bone Health' were found to be misleading or non-compliant with applicable regulations," FSSAI said.

The regulator has also issued notices to Nestle India, Schreiber Dynamix Dairies Private Ltd and Lotus Dairy Products Pvt Ltd for non-compliance with rules. The concerns are related to its 'Nescafe Ready-to-Drink' products.