Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued a letter to Heritage Foods Limited on June 30, 2026
The notice sought explanation regarding use of the word "Fresh" in the label/product description of one of its paneer products ("Heritage Fresh Paneer")
The company submitted a detailed reply to FSSAI on July 02, 2026 providing comprehensive clarifications and explanations
Company is presently awaiting further communication from FSSAI
Scope and Limitations of Notice
The letter pertains solely to the use of the word "Fresh" in the product description
Does not allege or question the quality, safety, purity or standards of the paneer manufactured by Heritage Foods Limited
The use of expression 'Fresh Paneer' is intended to distinguish it from frozen paneer in the company's product portfolio
Company's Quality Assurance Stance
Heritage Foods Limited states it has always maintained highest standards of quality, food safety and regulatory compliance
Company follows stringent quality control procedures
Complies with all applicable provisions of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 and regulations
Materiality Assessment and Disclosure Position
Company states the FSSAI letter does not fall within material events requiring disclosure under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LO&DR) Regulations, 2015
Accordingly, the matter was not disclosed to Stock Exchanges previously
Company states no material impact on business operations, financial position or performance
Company is not aware of any undisclosed information that could explain price/volume movement in securities
