Govt finds Everest Cumin Powder ‘unsafe’ to use:Licence suspension of Sugarr Spice owner may force bakery to stop selling food items

The Central Government’s top food regulator, the Food Safety Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) in an inspection, found ‘Everest Cumin Powder’ ‘unsafe’ to use while cooking food. The government agency has ordered the company, Everest Food Products Pvt Ltd to immediately recall a few items of the product from the market. The item is widely used in Indian kitchens. The regulator directed the company to immediately remove its “Pre-packed Cumin Powder” from the market. This decision was taken after official laboratory testing declared samples of the cumin powder to be “UNSAFE” for human consumption. Cumin powder (jeera powder) is a staple spice used daily in millions of households. A product recall requires the company to pull the affected batches from store shelves, distributor warehouses, and online retail platforms so that consumers do not buy or use them. FSSAI suspends license of Sugarr Spice owner Creative Bakers and Confectioners Pvt Ltd. FSSAI has taken strong action against another food business, Creative Bakers and Confectioners Pvt Ltd – the owner of the famous bakery chain, Sugarr Spice. Bakery Licence Suspended Due to Poor Hygiene In its second order, FSSAI suspended the food license of the company with immediate effect. The regulator took this action after finding severe hygiene deficiencies at the company’s premises. Cleanliness and sanitation are essential when preparing baked goods, as poor hygiene can lead to contamination and health issues for consumers. Because the food license has been suspended right away, Creative Bakers and Confectioners cannot legally manufacture, pack, or sell its food products until the deficiencies are fixed and approved by safety inspectors. The authority announced these decisions on social media to ensure that companies follow health rules and protect consumers across the country. Impact on Food Businesses These strict actions highlight FSSAI’s ongoing crackdown on non-compliant food manufacturers in India. For food businesses, failing to maintain high hygiene standards or failing food safety tests can lead to major operational shutdowns, product recalls, financial loss, and severe damage to brand reputation. FSSAI confirmed that it will continue strict nationwide checks to safeguard public health.