| BCM -7 • Some studies (debated and under research) suggest that A1 beta-casein may release a peptide called beta-casomorphin-7 (BCM-7) during digestion, which has been linked to various health concerns. • A2 beta-casein does not release BCM-7 during digestion. |
- The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has directed food businesses, including e-commerce platforms, to remove claims of ‘A1’ and ‘A2’ types of milk and milk products from packaging, deeming such labelling misleading.
- FSSAI stated that these claims do not align with the Food Safety and Standards Act of 2006.
- After examining the issue, FSSAI found that the A1 and A2 differentiation relates to the structure of beta-casein protein in milk, but current regulations do not recognize this distinction.
- Food business operators (FBOs) have been instructed to remove such claims from their products.
Dig Deeper: Read about the Food Safety and Standards Act of 2006.
