Green for veg, red for non-veg: New labelling rule for soap, shampoo, toothpaste
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: India’s government has amended the Legal Metrology Rules to require a green or red symbol on toiletries such as soaps, shampoos and toothpaste. The green dot will indicate vegetarian products, while a red or brown symbol will mark non‑vegetarian items. The change aims to help consumers quickly identify the ingredients in everyday personal care products and make informed choices.
Covered by 6 outlets across the spectrum: 17% left, 50% center, 33% right.
Who is covering this story
- Left-leaning (1): NDTV
- Center (3): Deccan Herald, Mint, Mid-Day
- Right-leaning (2): India Today, Times Now
Sources
- Soaps, shampoos, cosmetics: New rules mandate green/red dots on all personal care items to flag animal-derived ingredients — Deccan Herald (center)
- Green for veg, red for non-veg: New labelling rule for soap, shampoo, toothpaste — India Today (right-leaning)
- Green dot or red? What the new labeling means for your everyday toiletries as Centre amends Legal Metrology Rules — Mint (center)
- Veg, non-veg symbols mandatory on soaps, shampoos and cosmetics — Mid-Day (center)
- Soaps, Shampoos, Toothpaste To Carry Veg, Non-Veg Markings Under New Rules — NDTV (left-leaning)
- Veg Or Non-Veg? Check Your Soap, Shampoo, Toothpaste Pack As Centre Rolls Out New Rules — Times Now (right-leaning)