Gujarat: FSSAI Seizes ₹31.61 Lakh Worth Of Alkaline Water Over Non-Permitted Substance, Misbranding

In a concerning development, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has seized alkaline water from a Gujarat-based manufacturer after uncovering serious food safety and labelling violations. Here’s everything you need to know about this.

FSSAI Seizes Alkaline Water Worth ₹31.61 Lakh In Gujarat

FSSAI West Region Seizes Misbranded ‘Alkaline Water’ for Use of Non-Permitted Ingredients and Labelling Violations #FSSAIRelease @MoHFW_INDIA @PIB_India pic.twitter.com/wRGMSa6Xa7

— FSSAI (@fssaiindia) May 7, 2026

Turns out, the alkaline water you were chugging down might not be as healthy as you think! According to The Economic Times, India’s food safety regulator uncovered significant lapses in both quality standards and labelling practices in alkaline water produced by a Vadodara-based company in Gujarat.

Acting on a consumer complaint filed through the Food Safety Connect portal, FSSAI’s western regional office initiated an investigation and subsequently took strict action against the manufacturer. The complaint alleged that the Food Business Operator (FBO) had not adequately addressed customer concerns, prompting a detailed inspection of its facility in Savli.

During the inspection, officials flagged multiple irregularities related to the product’s quality and packaging, raising serious concerns about compliance with food safety norms.

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All You Need To Know About This

According to the report, FSSAI flagged several discrepancies in the product’s packaging, including the absence of the product name on the front label and improper ingredient disclosure. Inspectors also reportedly found visible black particles in the bottled water, ET reported.

Further technical analysis of the samples revealed additional concerns, including unexplained blackish-brown discolouration, sediment deposits, and inconsistencies between the information printed on the primary and secondary packaging.

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