On 16.10.2016 FSSAI operationalized the FSS(Fortification of foods) Regulation,2016 which were later amended and re-operationalized on 18.10.2017.
The said regulation provides the standards for Wheat flour, Rice, Milk, Salt and edible oils which may be fortified with micronutrients like Vitamin A, Vitamin D, Iron, Folic acid, Vitamin B12, Zinc, Thiamine, Riboflavin, Niacin, and Pyridoxine.
As per directions given by FSSAI on 22-11-2017, the approved health claims for foods under FSS(Fortification of foods) Regulation, 2016 are as follows:
Nutrient : Approved Health claim
1.Vitamin A : Help against night blindness.
2.Vitamin D : Support strong bones.
3.Vitamin B12 : Important for maintaining normal functioning of nervous system and blood formation.
4.Foliate & Folic acid : Important for foetal development and blood formation.
5.Iron : Fights anaemia.
6.Iodine : Required for normal growth, thyroid and brain function.
7.Zinc : Support a healthy immune system.
8.Thiamine: Required for normal nerve and heart function.
9.Riboflavin: Necessary to release energy from food.
10.Niacin: Necessary to release energy from food.
11.Pyridoxin : Necessary to release energy from food.
References:
1. Direction regarding 'Health Claims' permitted under FSS (Fortification of Foods) Regulations, 2016. (Uploaded on: 02.01.2018)
