UPSC | Prelims GS | 2026

Under the FSSAI's proposed Food Safety and Standards (Foods for Infant Nutrition) Amendment Regulations, 2026, the proposed restriction concerns the addition of which substances to food products intended for infants up to six months of age?

  1. Sucrose and fructose
  2. Lactose and glucose polymers
  3. Acetamiprid and imidacloprid
  4. Methylene dichloride and glucose

Answer

Correct Answer

Sucrose and fructose

Explanation

FSSAI proposed prohibiting added sucrose and fructose in products for infants up to six months. Lactose and glucose polymers were described as preferred carbohydrate sources under existing rules. Acetamiprid and imidacloprid relate to pesticide residue limits in tea. Methylene dichloride was mentioned in a separate industrial explosion report.

Topics: food regulation, fssai sugar restriction proposal, governance, infant nutrition