New Delhi, Oct. 17 -- The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), as part of its ongoing efforts to promote science-based food safety regulation and consumer protection, has notified draft amendments proposing maximum residue limits (MRLs) for two pesticides, Acetamiprid and Imidacloprid, in tea.

According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the proposal reflects FSSAI's approach towards reviewing pesticide residue standards in light of scientific assessments, relevant international practices and the requirements of Indian agriculture.

The draft of Food Safety and Standards Amendment Regulations, 2026, published in the Gazette of India on October 16, proposes MRLs of 20 mg/kg (20 ppm) for Acetamiprid and 50 mg/kg...