Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:07am on 12 Aug 2026,Wednesday India
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has introduced stricter packaging rules for pan masala, banning plastic-based and plastic-laminated packaging. Under the Food Safety and Standards (Packaging) Amendment Regulations, 2026, manufacturers must use plastic-free paper, paperboard, cellulose or other naturally derived materials. Aluminium foil, metallised layers and synthetic polymers such as polyethylene, polypropylene, polyester and PVC are also prohibited. Tin and glass containers are permitted alternatives. The amendment, notified in August 2026, aligns pan masala packaging with existing plastic-waste management provisions and aims to reduce plastic pollution while strengthening regulatory compliance across the industry.
