Silver vark on sweets: Is it really non-vegetarian?
Festive sweets often feature a shiny silver layer called Silver Vark. Traditionally, its production involved animal tissues, raising concerns for vegetarians. However, India's food regulator, FSSAI, banned animal materials in 2016. This led manufacturers to adopt machine-based or synthetic methods. Today, Silver Vark meets strict purity standards, making it safe for vegetarian consumption.
Festive sweets often feature a shiny silver layer called Silver Vark. Traditionally, its production involved animal tissues, raising concerns for vegetarians. However, India's food regulator, FSSAI, banned animal materials in 2016. This led manufacturers to adopt machine-based or synthetic methods. Today, Silver Vark meets strict purity standards, making it safe for vegetarian consumption.
