Archive · 16 Jan 2026
Only 2 Tea Brands Comply with FSSAI Labelling Standards
A group called CERC tested many popular tea brands in India.
They found that only two brands, Himalaya and Wagh Bakri, clearly say what kind of tea plant they use.
The others didn't mention the plant name, which is important for people to know what they're drinking.
The group says it's good to have this information so people can choose the right tea.
The government has rules about what should be on the tea packages, and they want people to read the labels carefully.
Only Himalaya and Wagh Bakri comply with FSSAI labelling standards among tested tea brands.
Most brands do not disclose the tea plant name (Camellia sinensis) on their labels.
FSSAI has not made it mandatory to mention the plant name but recommends it for consumer awareness.
CERC emphasizes the importance of transparent labelling for informed consumer choices.
FSSAI issued a notification last month mandating compliance with labelling standards.
- Who
- Consumer Education and Research Centre (CERC)
- What
- Tested tea brands for compliance with FSSAI labelling standards
- When
- Recently (FSSAI notification issued last month)
- Where
- India
- Why
- To ensure consumer awareness and informed choices
- Organisation Conducting Test
- Consumer Education and Research Centre (CERC)
- Number of Brands Tested
- At least a dozen
- Brands Compliant with Labelling
- Himalaya and Wagh Bakri
- Key Missing Information
- Tea plant name (Camellia sinensis)
- Regulatory Body
- Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)
- CEO of CERC
- Anindita Mehta
- FSSAI Notification Timing
- Last month