September 12, 2026

Section 55 – Food Safety and Standards Act: Penalty for Failure to Comply With the Directions of Food Safety Officer

The Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 — back to Table of Contents

Section 55. Penalty for failure to comply with the directions of Food Safety Officer

A food business operator or importer who, without reasonable ground, fails to comply with the requirements of the Act, rules, regulations or orders as directed by a Food Safety Officer, is liable to a penalty of up to two lakh rupees.