No FSS Approval Requires for Sajji Khar/Papad Khar Import for Papad Making

· Classified as “Food Not Specified" till Standards Notified by FSSAI

· Only Testing for Heavy Metals Required

[CBIC Instruction No. 26/2021-Customs dated 1 December 2021]

Subject: - Import of Sajji Khar/ Pappad Khar-reg.

Reference is invited to F.No. 1-1765/FSSAI/Imports/2018 dated 23rd June, 2021 issued by Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, New Delhi on the above mentioned subject (copy enclosed).

2. It is stated that imported consignments of Sajji Khar/Papad Khar does not require product approval under FSS (Approval of non-specified food and food ingredients) Regulations, 2017 and these may be considered as "food not specified" till standards are notified by FSSAI. The imported consignments shall be tested as per the standards for "food not specified" including the standards for heavy metals prescribed under FSS (Contaminants, Toxins and residues) Regulations, 2011.

3. It is requested that necessary action may be taken to sensitize officers under your jurisdiction regarding the said matter.

4. The difficulties, if any, may be brought to the notice of the Board.

F.No.401/85/2021-Cus-III