The Nepalese department has also instructed authorized importers and food traders to immediately remove Priyagold biscuits from the market
Nepal bans import of Priyagold biscuits, orders to remove stock: Nepalese authorities have banned import, sales and distribution of Priyagold biscuits. It has also ordered the withdrawal of existing stocks from the market. The move follows after the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) observed serious food safety and hygiene deficiencies, the authority said.
The authorities in Nepal have banned the import, sale, and distribution of Priyagold biscuits manufactured by Surya Food and Agro Ltd in India. The action was initiated after a notice issued on Monday by the Food Technology and Quality Control Department of Nepal (FTQCD), which described the product as sub- standard. The action against Priyagold follows an inspection by FSSAI after a consumer complaint. The regulator said it found bran intended for cattle feed, and not human consumption, being used as a raw material in biscuit manufacturing as a source of fibre. FSSAI has suspended the company’s licence.
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According to the Nepalese department, this step has been taken to protect public health and consumer safety. The department has also instructed authorized importers and food traders to immediately remove Priyagold biscuits from the market. Additionally, ban on sale and distribution of biscuits also imposed.
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