Pins are too small to be readily noticed if they fall into food items and can have a damaging effect when swallowed. Children are more prone to such accidents, the FDA has said in a statement.

The government agency issued a notification to food business operators (FBO) on Wednesday, seeking a ban on the use of staple pins in tea bags by June 30 this year. Taking a stand on the issue, FSSAI ...

FSSAI said the use of staple pins in tea bags is a potential hazard for consumers. Explore. Search Tuesday, Jun 17, 2025. New Delhi o C. Subscribe. Games. E-Paper Sign in. My Account ...

New Delhi: Food regulator FSSAI has banned use of staple pins in tea bags from January next year as it can cause serious health hazards, its CEO Pawan Agarwal said today. "We were getting ...