September 12, 2026

Section 56 – Food Safety and Standards Act: Penalty for Unhygienic or Unsanitary Processing or Manufacturing of Food

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

Section 56. Penalty for unhygienic or unsanitary processing or manufacturing of food

A person who manufactures or processes food for human consumption under unhygienic or unsanitary conditions, whether directly or through another person on his behalf, is liable to a penalty of up to one lakh rupees.