RegulyzeRed yeast rice
Red yeast
Red yeast rice (Red yeast) is a nutraceutical 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.
About Red yeast rice
Red yeast rice is tracked in the Regulyze Ingredient Intelligence database as a nutraceutical (Red yeast). 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 Red yeast rice permitted in nutraceuticals under FSSAI (India)?
Red yeast rice (Red yeast) 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 Red yeast rice?
No single numeric limit is listed in the source for Red yeast rice; permitted use is at GMP or as specified. Confirm against the current regulation.
What product category does Red yeast rice belong to?
Red yeast rice is classified under: Nutraceuticals, Botanicals.
What is the botanical (scientific) name of Red yeast rice?
Red yeast rice corresponds to Red yeast.
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.