License and Registration is required for any food business in India that manufactures, stores, transports or distributes food. Depending on the size and nature of the company, FSSAI registration or License may be required.
FSSAI License and FSSAI Registration
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FSSAI License and FSSAI Registration
FSSAI License and Registration is required for any food business in India that
manufactures, stores, transports or distributes food. Depending on the size and
nature of the company, FSSAI registration or license may be required. In the FSSAI
Registration process, the FBO will get a 14 digit number that needs to be printed on
food packages. Obtaining a FSSAI license can provide the food business with legal
benefits, build goodwill, ensure food safety, create consumer awareness, and assist
in business expansion. TrueandTrade can help you obtain an FSSAI license throughout
the country very quickly. We also help to get FSSAI registration. Our experts will
guide you in selecting the proper food category and license.
Governing Law
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is a legal authority that offers
a food license to all food business operators (FBO) in India.
As per Section 31(1) Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, every Food Business Operator
in the country must be licensed under the Food Safety & Standards Authority of India
(FSSAI). The FSSAI licensing and registration procedure and requirements are regulated
by the Food Safety & Standards (Licensing and Registration of Food Business)
Regulations, 2011.
Legal Compliance and Safety
FSSAI registration ensures compliance with food
safety standards, building consumer trust.
Brand Recognition
A registered trademark enhances brand
recognition, distinguishing your products or services from competitors in the
market.
Business Value
Trademarks add significant value to a business,
acting as a valuable asset that can be licensed or sold, boosting financial
worth.
Consumer Trust
A registered trademark builds consumer trust,
signaling quality and consistency, thereby fostering customer loyalty and brand
reputation.
Benefits of Procuring FSSAI Food License
Obtaining an FSSAI license can provide the food business with the following benefits:
- Legal benefit
- Ensure food safety
- Build goodwill
- Create consumer awareness
- It helps regulate, manufacture, store, distribute, and sell imported food.
- It becomes easy to obtain funds from investors when an entrepreneur has an FSSAI license.
- FSSAI logos on food products ensure the quality of the products to the customers.
Food Business Operators Who Require FSSAI Registration?
The Food Business Operators (FBOs) carrying on the following kinds of the food business must have FSSAI License/Registration:
- Petty retailers, Retail Shops, Snacks shops, Confectionery or Bakery shops, etc
- Temporary stalls, fixed stalls or food premises are involved in preparing, storing, distributing, and selling food products.
- Hawkers sell packaged or freshly prepared food by traveling from one location to another.
- Dairy Units, including Milk Chilling Units, Petty Milkmen, and Milk Vendors
- Slaughtering house
- Fish Processing, Meat Processing, and unit
- All Food Manufacturing units that include Repacking food
- Vegetable Oil Processing Units
- Proprietary food and Novel food
- Cold/refrigerated storage facility
- Transporter of food products having several specialized vehicles like insulated refrigerated vans/wagons, milk tankers, food wagons, food trucks, etc
- Wholesalers, suppliers, distributors, and marketers of food products
- Hotels, Restaurants, and Bars
- Canteens and Cafeteria, including mid-day meal canteens
- Food Vending Agencies and Caterers
- Dhaba, PG provides food, a Banquet hall with food catering arrangements, Home Based Canteen, and Food stalls at fairs or religious institutions.
- Importers and Exporters of food items and food ingredients
- E-Commerce food suppliers, including cloud kitchens
- Eligibility Criteria for Food Business Registration/License
- The document attached here provides eligibility criteria for Food Business Registration/License.
Validity of FSSAI License/Registration
The FSSAI License / Registration will be issued for 1 to 5 years, as chosen by the Food Business Operator, from the date of issue of registration or license. The FBO must apply for renewal 30 days before the expiry of the current request.
Documents Required
The following documents are necessary for FSSAI registration:
- Photo of the Food Business Operator
- Government-issued Photo ID, including AADHAAR, PAN, Voter ID, etc.
- Proof of the business activity address (required if the address differs from what is stated in the Photo ID card).
Difference between FSSAI Registration and FSSAI License
| Particulars | FSSAI Registration | FSSAI License |
|---|---|---|
| Turnover Limit | Businesses having an annual turnover not exceeding Rs.12 lakh | Companies having an annual turnover of more than Rs.12 lakh |
| Types | Basic Registration | FSSAI Central License and FSSAI State License |
| Size of Business | Petty food business operators | Medium and large-sized food business operators and food businesses |
| Duration | Duration depends on the applicability of the registration | Issued for a period of a minimum of one year and a maximum of five years |
| Application | Form A | Form B |
| Publication | The FBO should display the FSSAI registration on the office premises, and the registered number should be displayed on the product package. | The exporter, importer, traders, and producers have to mandatorily publish the FSSAI license number on the package of the products. |
general questions
Frequently Asked Question.
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Q: Who needs an FSSAI License?
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Q: Can we start a business without FSSAI?
No. To ensure safe and wholesome food for human consumption, FSSAI Act requires licenses from FSSAI for every food business set up. It’s important for all the Food Business Operators to obtain a 14-digit FSSAI License Number and print it on all the food products they own. To get more details on consequences of starting a business without an FSSAI license under Food Safety Norms.
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Q: How much money does it take to get FSSAI license?
The Food license fees vary depending on the type of registration or license required. While the basic FSSAI registration fees is minimal, FSSAI license fee for state and central can be higher.
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Q: Is GST required for FSSAI?
FSSAI, on July 27th, 2022 vide a notice announced that GST at the prescribed rate would be applicable on all services provided by FSSAI like issuing a Central license, Food Safety Mitra Fees, Product Approval Fees, Import Clearance Fees, and so forth will attract an 18% service tax. Know about whether GST is required for FSSAI.
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