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Uttar Pradesh to mandate expiry dates on sweets from October
Uttar Pradesh will require confectioners to display 'use by' dates on all sweets displayed and stored for sale from October 15, 2026. The new regulation specifically targets loose sweets, which have previously been exempt from such labeling requirements.
LSN India ·
The Uttar Pradesh government has announced a significant regulatory change affecting the confectionery sector, making it mandatory for businesses to display expiry dates on sweets sold in the state. Starting October 15, 2026, all sweets kept on display or in storage for retail sale must carry a clearly visible 'use by' date label. This directive is particularly aimed at loose sweets, which have traditionally been sold without standardized expiry date markings. The regulation represents a shift in food safety standards for the state's sweet-making industry, aligning retail practices with consumer protection measures. Confectioners and sweet shop owners will be required to comply with the new requirement, ensuring greater transparency regarding product freshness and shelf life for consumers across the state.