FSSAI Bans Rusted Knives in Food Businesses

FSSAI orders removal of damaged knives in food units to curb contamination risks

India’s food safety regulator has tightened hygiene enforcement, directing all food businesses to replace rusted, chipped and non-compliant cutting tools under existing statutory standards.

FSSAI New Rules, Actions To Be Taken If Rusty Knives Are Used

Delhi/Internet/Hyderabad, june 17 (Maxim News): The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has issued new guidelines for hotels, restaurants and food business companies. It has been decided that rusty, broken, stained and damaged knives should not be used for cooking. FSSAI has tightened hygiene standards to prevent contamination of food items. It has been advised that knives, cutting boards and other equipment used in kitchens should be c…

FSSAI Bans Rusted Knives in Food Businesses

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has mandated that all food businesses, including restaurants and food processors, must immediately cease the use of rusted, chipped, corroded, or otherwise damaged knives, blades, and cutting equipment. This directive aims to prevent potential food contamination and safeguard public health across the nation. Information was available with The Chenab Times that the advisory, issued on Monda…