Patanjali Foods Clarifies Maharashtra FDA Action on Cow Ghee Samples
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Khushi Jain
- November 4, 2026
Patanjali Foods Ltd has clarified that food safety officials have collected samples from certain batches of Patanjali Cow Ghee for laboratory testing, but the company has not received any authenticated report establishing that the samples failed to meet prescribed quality standards.
In a regulatory filing on Tuesday, the Baba Ramdev-owned company said the communication concerning the identified stock was issued to the relevant super distributor or food business operator (FBO), rather than directly to Patanjali Foods.
The clarification came a day after the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) suspended the licences of 19 food business operators, including a super distributor of Patanjali Ayurved, and seized food articles worth over Rs 9 crore during a special festive-season drive.
The development was also covered by The Economic Times, which reported on the company’s response to the regulatory action.
Patanjali Foods Says No Confirmed Quality Violation
Patanjali Foods stated that neither the company nor the concerned FBO had received an authenticated laboratory test report establishing that the sampled products failed to meet prescribed quality parameters as of the date of its disclosure.
The company emphasised that collecting samples for laboratory testing does not, by itself, establish adulteration, substandard quality or a violation of applicable food safety standards.
According to the communication available with Patanjali Foods, authorities have issued directions concerning the identified stock, including restrictions on its sale pending further action.
The company maintained that any conclusion regarding product quality would depend on the findings of an authenticated laboratory report.
Maharashtra FDA Suspends 19 Food Business Licences
The clarification followed enforcement action by the Maharashtra FDA during a special festive-season inspection drive.
The regulator suspended the licences of 19 food business operators, including a super distributor of Patanjali Ayurved, and seized food articles valued at over Rs 9 crore.
The action included directions relating to certain identified batches of Patanjali Cow Ghee.
However, Patanjali Foods said it had not received any authenticated laboratory findings establishing a failure to comply with prescribed quality standards.
The company’s position was also reported by NDTV Profit, which covered the clarification following the FDA action.
Patanjali Foods Seeks Documents From Authorities
Patanjali Foods said it was seeking relevant details and supporting documents from the concerned FBO and regulatory authorities.
The company also expressed its willingness to cooperate with officials and facilitate independent verification of the identified batches.
It reiterated its commitment to product quality, consumer safety and regulatory compliance.
Patanjali Foods added that it would take appropriate corrective action in accordance with applicable laws if an authenticated laboratory report established any deviation from prescribed quality standards.
Company to Update Stock Exchanges on Further Developments
Patanjali Foods said it was closely monitoring the matter and would make further disclosures to the stock exchanges upon receiving material developments or additional directions from regulatory authorities.
The company has also made its position available through its official corporate disclosures.
For now, the company maintains that the collection of samples and restrictions on the identified stock do not establish a confirmed quality violation.
Further action will depend on laboratory findings and subsequent directions from the authorities.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Why were Patanjali Cow Ghee samples collected?
Maharashtra FDA officials collected samples from certain batches of Patanjali Cow Ghee for laboratory testing.
2. Has Patanjali Cow Ghee failed laboratory quality tests?
As of the company’s disclosure, neither Patanjali Foods nor the concerned distributor had received an authenticated laboratory report confirming a failure to meet prescribed quality standards.
3. How many licences did Maharashtra FDA suspend?
The Maharashtra FDA suspended the licences of 19 food business operators during a special festive-season drive.
4. What was the value of food articles seized by Maharashtra FDA?
The regulator seized food articles worth over Rs 9 crore during the drive.
5. What action will Patanjali Foods take if quality violations are confirmed?
The company said it would take appropriate corrective action under applicable laws if an authenticated laboratory report establishes a deviation from prescribed quality standards.
