This standard outlines the requisites, testing procedures, and sampling methods for processed-cereal-based complementary foods designed to augment the diet of infants aged six months to two years.

The processed cereal-based complementary food should be in powder, small granule, or flake form, devoid of lumps and consistent in appearance. Additionally, it must be free from preservatives, colors, and flavors.

The product must consist of a minimum of 75% combined milled cereal and legumes. If the product is designed to be mixed with water before consumption, it should contain at least 15% protein on a dry weight basis, with protein quality equivalent to at least 70% of casein. The sodium content in the product should not exceed 100 mg per 100 g of ready-to-eat product.

The product may include all ingredients outlined in the standard. All ingredients must meet stringent standards for cleanliness, safety, appropriateness, and quality. Manufacturing and packaging must adhere to sanitary conditions. The product is required to fulfill the specifications outlined in the standard.

PACKING AND MARKING:

Packaging materials for the product must be either recyclable or biodegradable. The manufacturer is required to indicate the date of manufacture and expiry on the product package. Complementary foods must be packaged in securely sealed, clean, and intact containers. The package should display the specified information as outlined in the standard. Additionally, the product may bear the Standard Mark (ISI Mark) and the ECO Mark. Manufacturers must obtain a BIS license for complementary food from the Bureau of Indian Standards to utilize the Standard Mark (ISI Mark). This license is granted upon meeting all relevant requirements of applicable Indian standards.

PROCESS FOR BIS ISI MARK CERTIFICATION