McDonald's Issues Statement Following Accusations by Maharashtra Food Administration Regarding Cheese Authenticity

Following a crackdown by Maharashtra's FDA, McDonald's assured customers that it only uses "genuine, high-quality cheese" in its products.

McDonald's, in response to Maharashtra's Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) investigation, reassures customers of its commitment to using authentic, high-quality cheese in its products. The FDA had raised concerns about McDonald's allegedly substituting cheese with cheaper alternatives without proper disclosure, leading to the suspension of a McDonald's outlet in Ahmednagar. The FDA emphasized the importance of transparent ingredient labeling in accordance with regulatory standards. In light of this, McDonald's has removed the term "cheese" from certain products and is collaborating with authorities for clarification. Westlife Foodworld Limited, the operator of McDonald's chains in West and South India, affirmed the use of genuine cheese and vowed compliance with food regulations. The incident has prompted further scrutiny of fast-food chains by the FDA, signaling ongoing efforts to uphold food safety standards and transparency for consumers.