AWL Agri Business Limited has issued a clarification regarding a news article about an FSSAI penalty. The company stated that the matter pertains to declared Vitamin A and D levels in a single sample of Fortune Fryola sunflower oil and does not relate to the product’s safety. AWL emphasized that its quality control processes adhere to stringent food safety standards and that the article has no material impact on the company’s financial position or business operations.
AWL Agri Business Responds to News Report
AWL Agri Business Limited has provided a clarification concerning a news item published on thehindubusinessline.com dated August 7, 2026, titled “FSSAI imposes penalty, adjudication order on AWL Agri Business Ltd”. The company acknowledged becoming aware of the report through various media and social media channels.
Details of the Adjudication Order
According to the company’s statement, the matter relates to a penalty purportedly imposed by the Ld. Adjudicating District Magistrate, Goa, under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. This pertains to a single sample of Fortune Fryola sunflower oil, a specific variant of Fortune Sunflower Oil. AWL Agri Business Limited has indicated that it has not yet received a certified copy of the adjudication order.
Focus on Declared Vitamin Levels
Based on the information currently available to the company, the issue revolves around the declared levels of Vitamins A and D in that specific sample. AWL stressed that this matter does not concern the overall safety of the product. The company further noted that added vitamins are inherently sensitive to storage conditions, light, and time.
Commitment to Product Safety and Quality
AWL Agri Business Limited reiterated its unwavering commitment to product safety and quality, stating these remain its highest priorities. The company detailed that its sourcing, manufacturing, refining, packaging, and quality-control processes are designed to comply with stringent food safety standards. AWL is committed to delivering products that meet all applicable FSSAI requirements.
Review and Legal Remedies
The company plans to review the adjudication order upon its receipt and will pursue any legal remedies considered appropriate. AWL has explicitly stated that the news report has no material impact on the company’s financial position or its ongoing business operations.
Disclosure Compliance
AWL Agri Business Limited affirmed its commitment to making all necessary disclosures in compliance with its obligations under the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, and the applicable requirements of the stock exchanges.
Source: BSE
