Table 5.
Comparison between DFSs and FSSAI standards for coffee.
| Parameter | DFS | FSSAI | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moisture | <3.5% | <4% | Enhances shelf life and flavour |
| Total ash | <12% | <12% | |
| Caffeine | >2.8% | >2.8% |
DFS, Defence Food Specification; FSSAI, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India.