Food Technology Glossary

An annual FSSAI ranking that scores Indian states and union territories on how well they perform on food safety, based on set parameters.

A fake milk-like liquid made from urea, detergent, oil, and water, made to look like real milk but with no real nutrition and possible health risk.

The United States Food and Drug Administration — the American government agency responsible for food, drug, and cosmetic safety in the United States.

The last date on which a food is considered safe to eat. Unlike a best-before date, food should not be eaten after this date.

A United Nations agency that sets global health guidance, including on food safety, nutrition, and disease caused by unsafe food.