Abatment on ice cream

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21 March 2013 Dear Members,
Plz provide notification of abatement on production of Ice cream.

Ashish Vaish

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23 March 2013 Pl. provide me more details to enable me classify the product and check exemption or liability of ED :
what kind of Icecreams; Sizes of products; whether covered under legal metrology i.e MRP to be printed. Who ll b your buyers (Direct retail or Hotels)

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24 April 2013 Ice cream is covered under legal metrology Act.

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Asha Kanta Sharma

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14 July 2024 Yes, ice cream is indeed covered under the Legal Metrology Act in India. The Legal Metrology Act, 2009, and the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011, regulate the packaging and labeling requirements for all packaged commodities, including ice cream.

Here are some key aspects related to ice cream and the Legal Metrology Act:

1. **Packaging Requirements:** Ice cream sold in packaged form must comply with the packaging rules prescribed under the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules. This includes requirements such as accurate net quantity declaration, use of standard units of measurement, and mandatory labeling information.

2. **Labeling Requirements:** The label on ice cream packages must provide essential information such as the name and address of the manufacturer or packer, net quantity of ice cream in standard units (grams, kilograms, liters, etc.), date of manufacture or packing, and best before date.

3. **Consumer Protection:** The Act and Rules aim to protect consumers by ensuring that they receive accurate information about the quantity and quality of the product they purchase. This helps in preventing unfair trade practices related to misleading packaging or labeling.

4. **Enforcement:** The Legal Metrology department enforces these regulations through inspections, audits, and penalties for non-compliance. Manufacturers and packers of ice cream must ensure that their products meet all statutory requirements to avoid penalties and legal consequences.

In summary, ice cream, when packaged and sold, falls under the purview of the Legal Metrology Act in India. Compliance with packaging and labeling requirements is essential for manufacturers and sellers to ensure consumer safety and avoid legal issues.