The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on September 08, 2022, issued Methods for testing of Fortificants (Iron, Folic Acid, and Vitamin B12) in Fortified Rice.
i.Method for determination of Iron in Fortified Rice: FSSAI.FR.16.001.2022. (AnnexureI)
ii.Method for determination of Folic Acid in Fortified Rice: FSSAI.FR.16.002.2022. (Annexure-II)
iii.Method for determination of Vitamin B12 in Fortified Rice: FSSAI.FR.16.003.2022. (Annexure-III)
The food testing laboratories are hereby requested to use the aforesaid methods with immediate effect.
[Notification No. 11014/02/2021-QA]
