FSSAI-Approved Food Grade Chemicals in 2025: Chemrich India & Chemrich Global’s Comprehensive Guide

Discover FSSAI-approved food grade chemicals with Chemrich India & Global—compliance, supply, innovation, and global reach.

eshan makani

8/29/20252 min read

FSSAI-Approved Food Grade Chemicals – Chemrich Guide 2025

1. Introduction

In 2025, FSSAI-approved food grade chemicals are more than regulatory requisites—they’re key to food safety, export readiness, and clean-label innovation.

At Chemrich India, we’re an FSSAI-licensed manufacturer delivering high-purity food-grade chemicals—including calcium chloride, potassium chloride, sodium benzoate, and more—from our GIDC Ankleshwar facility. We have served the industry for over two decades with emphasis on quality, compliance, and sustainability.

Supported by Snow White Products and Chemrich Global, our distribution network extends across India, the USA (New Jersey), Europe, MENA, and Southeast Asia.

2. What Are FSSAI-Approved Food Grade Chemicals?

These are chemicals recognized by FSSAI as safe for direct or indirect food applications—backed by traceability (COA/SDS), purity specifications, and adherence to Codex, FDA, and EFSA standards. They’re vital for:

  • Food safety

  • Global export compliance

  • Clean-label positioning

Key categories include: firming agents, preservatives, acidity regulators, nutrients/fortification agents, and processing aids.

3. Chemrich Advantage: India’s Compliance, Global Reach

Chemrich India

Operates from GIDC Ankleshwar; FSSAI-licensed; produces food-grade calcium chloride, potassium chloride, sodium benzoate, and more with innovation and sustainability in mind.

Chemrich Global

Supports US, EU, MENA, Southeast Asia; harmonizes FSSAI + Codex, FDA (GRAS), EFSA compliance; ensures seamless sourcing and documentation.

Together, we offer:

  • Regulatory alignment across India and global markets

  • Reliable supply chain via Mumbai and New Jersey bases

  • Flexible MOQs for SMEs alongside bulk capabilities

  • Innovation thrust via ChemeNova LLC for clean-label and efficiency-led solutions

4. In-Demand FSSAI-Approved Chemicals (and Their Global Equivalents)

Here’s a curated list of critical inputs that ChemRich supplies, fully compliant with FSSAI and recognized internationally:

  1. Calcium Chloride (Food Grade, E509) – firming, brining, stabilization

  2. Potassium Chloride – sodium substitute, mineral fortification

  3. Sodium Benzoate (E211) – preservative in sauces/drinks

  4. Citric Acid (Anhydrous & Monohydrate) – acidity regulator, flavor/shelf-life enhancer

  5. Potassium Sorbate (E202) – mold inhibitor

  6. Lactic Acid (E270) – acidity regulation

  7. Calcium Carbonate (E170) – calcium fortification and bulking

  8. Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C, E300) – antioxidant/fortification

  9. Enzymes (FSSAI Approved) – processing aids in bakery and beverages

All are backed by FSSAI clearance, Codex listings, and, where applicable, FDA GRAS / EFSA evaluations.

6. Beyond Compliance: Innovating with ChemeNova LLC

While FSSAI approval anchors our commitment to safety, ChemeNova LLC drives next-gen food tech:

  • AI-assisted formulation for precise clean-label blends

  • Microencapsulated additives for controlled release and extended shelf-life

  • Biobased acidifiers & fortificants, reducing synthetic load

This makes Chemrich not just a supplier, but a partner in tomorrow’s food formulations.

Discover how FSSAI-approved food grade chemicals from Chemrich can elevate your product—from local compliance to global innovation.

  • For India-based brands: Partner with Chemrich India https://chemrich.in/ for assured quality and documentation.

  • For global exporters: Leverage Chemrich Global for harmonized compliance and supply.

Contact us today to discuss your specification needs or pilot trials.