DoCA standardises edible oil packs to 9 SKUs from 200ml to 20L under Legal Metrology
Department of Consumer Affairs has prescribed nine standard pack sizes for edible oils, mandating dual volume-and-weight declarations on labels. Manufacturers, packers and importers covering 90% of the sector get a 3-month transition window. The move aims to simplify shelf-level price comparison for consumers.
DoCA mandates nine standard pack sizes (200ml to 20L) for edible oils under Legal Metrology rules, with mandatory volume-and-weight declarations. Manufacturers, packers and importers get a three-month transition window to comply, aiming to ease price comparison on retail shelves.
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