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Milky Mist Revises Packaging After FSSAI Flags Product Claims
India’s food safety regulator found problems with information shown for three Milky Mist products.
The products were Fresh Low Fat Cream, Farm Fresh Curd and Greek Yoghurt.
The regulator said some claims and product details were misleading or did not follow rules.
It began penal action involving Swiggy Instamart and BigBasket.
Milky Mist received a notice asking for an explanation.
The company sent its response to the regulator.
It also started changing some packaging and product images.
The company said it wants consumers to receive clear and accurate information.
The article does not say that the products themselves were declared unsafe.
FSSAI flagged three Milky Mist products for misleading or non-compliant product information.
The products are Fresh Low Fat Cream, Farm Fresh Curd and Greek Yoghurt.
FSSAI initiated penal action against Swiggy Instamart and BigBasket over their sale.
Milky Mist said it submitted a response and began revising packaging and artwork.
The company is also updating product information and images on e-commerce platforms.
- Who
- The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, Milky Mist Dairy Food Ltd, Swiggy Instamart and BigBasket.
- What
- FSSAI initiated action over allegedly misleading or non-compliant claims and product information for three Milky Mist products.
- Where
- The products were listed on e-commerce and quick-commerce platforms.
- When
- The action was reported on September 24, 2026; FSSAI said it acted on Wednesday.
- Why
- FSSAI said the product claims and information did not comply with applicable requirements.
Milky Mist’s Response
FSSAI’s Position
Product information
Milky Mist’s Response
Milky Mist said it received a notice, submitted its response and began revising relevant packaging, artwork and online product details.
FSSAI’s Position
FSSAI said the three products carried misleading and non-compliant product claims or information.
Regulatory action
Milky Mist’s Response
The company emphasized its commitment to clear, accurate consumer information and compliance with applicable regulations.
FSSAI’s Position
The regulator initiated penal action against Swiggy Instamart and BigBasket over the products’ sale.
Key facts
- Regulator
- Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)
- Company
- Milky Mist Dairy Food Ltd
- Flagged products
- Milky Mist Fresh Low Fat Cream, Farm Fresh Curd and Greek Yoghurt
- Platforms named
- Swiggy Instamart and BigBasket
- Company response
- Submitted a clarification and initiated revisions to packaging, artwork and online product information
- Publication date
- September 24, 2026
- Other action
- FSSAI also flagged Happilo Premium Date Bites (Zesty Orange) and online sale of dhatura seeds or fruits
Quotes
Milky Mist Dairy Food Ltd spokesperson
A spokesperson for Milky Mist Dairy Food Ltd
“Milky Mist Dairy Food Ltd received a notice from FSSAI seeking clarification on certain product claims, packaging representations and product information. We have submitted our response and initiated revisions to the relevant packaging and artwork, as well as updates to product information and images on e-commerce platforms. We remain committed to providing consumers with clear and accurate product information and complying with applicable regulations.”
thehindubusinessline.com
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