New packaging rules for pan masalaThe Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has introduced new packaging rules for pan masala. AdvertisementThe amendment changes the Food Safety and Standards (Packaging) Regulations, 2018 by adding pan masala to Schedule 4, which lists suggested packaging materials for food products. Plastic-free packaging made mandatoryUnder the new FSSAI rules, pan masala can be packed in paper, paperboard, cellulose and other naturally derived materials. Paper and other naturally derived materials used for pan masala packaging must not contain aluminium foil or metallised layers. Tin and glass containers allowedFSSAI has also allowed manufacturers to use tin and glass containers for packaging pan masala.