Colourants are used worldwide in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals—but regulations governing them vary from one region to another. For manufacturers like Neelikon, understanding and complying with both local and international regulations is key to delivering safe, globally acceptable products. Neelikon offer One World, One Quality colours (OWOQ) – a unique range of high-purity colours that comply with the regulations of six major authorities: JECFA, USA, Europe, Japan, China & India as applicable.
Indian Regulations
In India, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), and Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) govern colourants in different applications. These bodies set limits for permissible colour additives, define purity criteria, and outline labelling requirements.
US FDA Standards
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration classifies colourants into “certifiable” and “exempt from certification.” Each approved colour has specific use cases and concentration limits. Non-compliance can lead to rejection of imported products.
European Union (EU) – REACH and EFSA
The EU takes a highly precautionary approach. REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals) ensures safety throughout a chemical’s lifecycle. For food, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) reviews each colour’s safety profile. Labelling must include the E-number assigned to approved colours.
Codex Alimentarius
Developed by FAO and WHO, Codex provides internationally recognised food safety guidelines. Many countries align with its recommendations to ease trade.
Neelikon’s Compliance Strategy
Neelikon formulates products that meet multiple regulatory frameworks, allowing clients to sell in diverse markets without reformulation. This includes rigorous testing, documentation, and batch-wise traceability and issuance of CoA (Certificate of Analysis) with One-World-One-Quality (OWOQ) logo.
By bridging Indian and global regulatory requirements, Neelikon enables brands to confidently launch products internationally knowing that safety, quality, and compliance are uncompromised.
