The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a notification naming the authorized personnel responsible for clearing imported food consignments at an additional food import entry point: the Air Cargo Complex, Kannur International Airport. This decision, issued by the Trade and International Cooperation Division, is a partial modification of the FSSAI Notification dated July 21, 2025, and will remain effective until further orders are issued.
The notification formalizes the administrative structure required under Section 25 read with Section 47 (5) of the FSS Act, 2006, and Regulation 13 (1) of the FSS (Imports) Regulations, 2017, to ensure mandatory regulatory oversight and safety standards for all food articles entering India at this location.
New Food Import Entry Point Details
The FSSAI has designated the following officer profile for the new point of entry (POE) in Kerala:
- Port Name: Air Cargo Complex, Kannur International Airport
- Port Code: INCNN4
- State/UT: Kerala
- Authorized Officer: Superintendent/Appraiser/Inspector/Examiner
Compliance and Authority
This action ensures that the necessary regulatory checks are in place at the new location for food import clearance. The designated Authorized Officer, holding the rank of Superintendent, Appraiser, Inspector, or Examiner, is empowered to enforce the FSS Act and its regulations at this entry point.