K'taka prohibits production, sale of analogue paneer sold as 'Paneer' across state for one year

Karnataka bans sale and manufacture of analogue, non-dairy paneer sold as ‘paneer’ for 1 year

Karnataka has implemented a one-year ban on non-dairy paneer to safeguard public health and consumer interests. This decision comes from the state food safety authorities, who have issued a formal notification prohibiting the sale and storage of analogue paneer. All food businesses are required to adhere to these regulations to ensure compliance and protect the welfare of the community.

Karnataka bans manufacture and sale of analogue paneer labelled as 'paneer' for one year

The Food Safety Division of the Department of Food Safety and Drug Administration of Karnataka has issued a notification in this regard.

Karnataka bans non-dairy paneer for a year, cites public health concerns

In a notification, Karnataka's Food Safety and Drug Administration said it was prohibiting the manufacturing, processing, packing, storage, distribution, transportation, wholesale and retail sale, display for sale and supply of non-dairy or analogue paneer being sold under the name 'paneer' till August 17 next year.

Karnataka Bans Sale Of 'Analogue Paneer' Marketed As 'Paneer' For One Year

Unlike real paneer, which is made from milk, analogue paneer is typically manufactured using a combination of vegetable oils, starches, emulsifiers and other additives.

K'taka prohibits production, sale of analogue paneer sold as 'Paneer' across state for one year

K'taka prohibits production, sale of analogue paneer sold as 'Paneer' across state for one year