The Delhi High Court has issued notice in a writ petition raising important questions concerning the long-term health implications of artificial sweeteners (non-sugar Sweeteners – NSS) and the adequacy of the existing regulatory framework governing their use in India.
While issuing notice, the court observed that “this issue concerns us all,” underscoring the wider public health significance of the matter.
The petition is founded upon scientific evaluations and risk assessments published by internationally recognized public health and food safety bodies, including the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), the joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA), and the World Health Organization (WHO).
These assessments have drawn global attention to the potential long-term health implications associated with the consumption of certain artificial sweeteners, including concerns relating to possible carcinogenicity, metabolic disorders, neurological effects, cardiovascular disease, and alterations to the gut microbiome.
Through the petition, the Indian Sugar & Bio-energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA) has sought judicial intervention to strengthen the regulatory framework governing artificial sweeteners in India. The reliefs sought include directions for independent India-specific scientific studies, enhanced consumer awareness, and transparent warning disclosures to enable consumers to make informed dietary choices.
The matter was led by senior advocates Rajshekhar Rao and Ankur Chhibber, instructed by AKS Partners.
The Indian Sugar & Bio-Energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA) is the apex industry body representing private and public sector sugar and bio-energy producers in India. Established in 1932, ISMA plays a vital role in policy advocacy, sustainability initiatives, and advancing India’s energy transition goals through sugar and ethanol production.
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Naresh Khanna – 10 February 2025
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