FSSAI-Certified Dog Biscuit
Definition
A manufactured dog biscuit bearing an FSSAI certificate is Processed Canine Treat(s) being manufactured under a valid FSSAI license (Central or State) and complying to standards of FSSAI Standard 2.2.10 for Processed Animal Food (as amended on 10 Jan 2021). The minimum % of crude protein in such articles shall be sixteen % and articles of processed animal food shall have moisture not exceeding eight %. None of restricted food additives shall be used in such articles.
Expanded Body
The FSSAI Standard 2.2.10 for processed animal food was published in the Gazette of India (Extraordinary, Part II, Section 3, Sub-section i) on January 10, 2021. This is India’s first comprehensive standard for processed animal food, such as dog biscuits, dog food, cat food, and other formats of pet foods. Until this Standard was framed, processed animal food, intended to be fed to pets as well as other animals, was governed by the general food safety rules and regulations of India, without any consideration for the nutritional requirements of different species of animals.
FSSAI specifications for dog biscuits under Standard 2.2.10 (Animal and Plant Derivatives in Food Packaged in Unit Packaging) as applicable are: (a) Minimum 16% crude protein on dry matter basis; (b) Maximum 8% moisture; (c) 5% maximum by weight crude fiber; (d) Melamine free; (e) Aflatoxin 10ppb max; and (f) Salmonella negative in 25g sample. The FSSAI license number to be printed on front of the pack. The 14 digit license number starts with the state code of the manufacturer. One can verify any dog biscuit brand’s FSSAI certification at Food Safety Compliance System (FoSCoS) portal foscos.fssai.gov.in. As on Q1 2026, there are 14 dog biscuit manufacturers holding valid FSSAI Category 2.2 licenses in India.
Quick Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard | FSSAI 2.2.10 |
| Effective Date | Jan 10, 2021 |
| Min Protein | 16% DM |
| Max Moisture | 8% |
| Certified Brands (India) | 14+ |
FSSAI LABEL REQUIREMENTS FOR DOG BISCUITS
| Label Element | Requirement | Where on Pack | FSSAI Rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| FSSAI License Number | 14-digit code | Front label | Standard 2.2.10, Clause 5.1 |
| Ingredient List | Descending weight order | Back or side panel | Labelling Regs 2019 |
| Guaranteed Analysis | Protein, fat, fibre, moisture % | Back or side panel | Standard 2.2.10, Clause 6 |
| Net Quantity | In grams or kg | Front label | Legal Metrology Act 2009 |
| Mfg & Expiry Date | DD/MM/YYYY format | Front or back | FSS Act 2006, Clause 23 |
| Manufacturer Name & Address | Full address with PIN code | Back panel | Labelling Regs 2019 |
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Faq
Q: How do I verify if a dog biscuit brand is FSSAI-certified?
Please find the 14 digit FSSAI License Number printed on the back of dog biscuit pack and enter it on FSSAI FoSCoS portal foscos.fssai.gov.in. License Holder details such as Name, Manufacturing Address, License Category and Validity Date will appear on the screen. If any such non compliant packs are found then they can be reported on FSSAI consumer grievance portal pgportal.gov.in.
Key Takeaways
- FSSAI Standard 2.2.10 (January 2021) is the first Processing Standard for Processed Animal Foods (PAF) and includes processed dog foods like treats in the form of biscuits.
- The minimum requirement of Protein (on DM basis) is 16%, Moisture is 8%, Melamine is NIL, and there should not be any Salmonella in a 25g sample.
- 14- digit FSSAI License Number to be printed on front side of pack and can be verified on foscos.fssai.gov.in.
- There are 14 manufacturers in India that produce dog biscuits and are listed in the animal food category and have a valid FSSAI Category 2.2 license as of Q1 2026.
