RegulyzeCalcium
Calcium (also known as Calcium carbonate, Calcium chloride) is a mineral permitted for use in nutraceuticals and health supplements under India's FSSAI framework. Regulyze tracks its regulatory status, limits and label requirements across regulatory frameworks.
Regulatory status
| Framework | Status | Limit | Source | Last reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India — FSSAI | Permitted | As specified / GMP | FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022 | 2026-06-20 |
Coverage for the USA (FDA), EU (EFSA), UK, GCC and ASEAN is being added — this page updates automatically as frameworks are assessed.
Recommended Dietary Allowance (ICMR-NIN 2020)
| Group | RDA |
|---|---|
| Adult man | 1000 mg |
| Adult woman | 1000 mg |
| Pregnant | 1000 mg |
| Lactating | 1200 mg |
| Child (1–3 yr) | 500 mg |
Source: ICMR RDA 2020 Annexure IA. RDA is a reference dietary intake — distinct from the maximum permitted supplement limit.
About Calcium
Calcium is tracked in the Regulyze Ingredient Intelligence database as a mineral. The regulatory details on this page are generated from Regulyze's structured regulatory dataset and are reviewed against the cited source.
Frequently asked questions
Is Calcium permitted in nutraceuticals under FSSAI (India)?
Calcium is currently permitted for use in health supplements and nutraceuticals under India's FSSAI framework, per FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022. Always verify against the current official regulation for your product and market.
What is the permitted dosage of Calcium?
No single numeric limit is listed in the source for Calcium; permitted use is at GMP or as specified. Confirm against the current regulation.
What product category does Calcium belong to?
Calcium is classified under: Minerals.
What is the recommended daily allowance (RDA) of Calcium in India?
Per ICMR-NIN (2020), the RDA of Calcium for adult man is 1000 mg. RDA is a dietary reference intake and is distinct from the maximum permitted supplement limit.
Source: FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022 · Last reviewed: 2026-06-20 · Data version: db-2026-06-20. Indicative only — verify against the current official regulation before use.