FSSAI Food License

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State Registration

FSSAI State Licence is a mandatory requirement for food businesses that operate within a single state and have an annual turnover of more than Rs. 12 lakh but less than Rs. 25 crore.

Central Registration

FSSAI Central License is a mandatory requirement for food businesses that operate in more than one state or union territory or have an annual turnover of more than Rs. 25 crore medium-sized businesses operating within a state.

Basic Registration

FSSAI Basic Registration is a mandatory requirement for all food businesses, including petty food manufacturers, petty retailers, hawkers, itinerant vendors, temporary stall holders, and small or cottage scale industries with an annual turnover of up to Rs. 12 lakh.

Basic Registration

FSSAI Basic License (Excluding Govt. Fees)

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is responsible for regulating and overseeing food safety in India. FSSAI Basic Registration is a mandatory requirement for all food businesses, including petty food manufacturers, petty retailers, hawkers, itinerant vendors, temporary stall holders, and small or cottage scale industries with an annual turnover of up to Rs. 12 lakh.

The purpose of FSSAI Basic Registration is to:

Ensure that food businesses are aware of and comply with food safety regulations.
Promote food safety practices among food businesses.
Protect public health from foodborne illnesses.

There are several benefits to obtaining FSSAI Basic Registration, including:

Legal compliance: Registered food businesses are legally compliant with FSSAI regulations, which helps to protect them from legal action.
Consumer confidence: Consumers are more likely to trust food businesses that are registered with FSSAI.
Improved food safety practices: Registration encourages food businesses to adopt better food safety practices, which helps to reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses.
Access to government schemes: Registered food businesses are eligible for various government schemes, such as financial assistance and training programs.

Validity of FSSAI Basic Registration

FSSAI Basic 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 Food Business Operator must apply for renewal 30 days before the expiry of the current request.

Other Factors to Consider:

In addition to the annual turnover, there are a few other factors that food businesses need to consider when determining the type of FSSAI license they require. These include:

The nature of the food business: Food businesses are classified into different categories based on the type of food they produce or handle. For example, food businesses that produce or handle meat, dairy products, or bakery products have different licensing requirements.
The size of the food business: Food businesses are also classified into different categories based on their size. For example, micro, small, and medium-sized food businesses have different licensing requirements.
The location of the food business: Food businesses that operate in multiple states or that import or export food products have different licensing requirements.

Conclusion

FSSAI Basic Registration is an important requirement for all food businesses in India. It is a simple and inexpensive way to ensure that food businesses are complying with food safety regulations and protecting public health. The type of license required depends on the annual turnover of the food business, the nature of the food.

FSSAI Basic Registration (Document Required)

Pan Card/Aadhar Card
Mobile No./Email Id
Electricity Bill / Utility Bill
Declaration against nature of business
NOC (No Objection Certifictae)
Rent Agreement
Other Registration Certificate

State Registration

FSSAI State License (Excluding Govt. Fees)

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is responsible for regulating and overseeing food safety in India. FSSAI State Licence is a mandatory requirement for food businesses that operate within a single state and have an annual turnover of more than Rs. 12 lakh but less than Rs. 25 crore.

The purpose of FSSAI State Licence is to:

Ensure that food businesses that operate within a single state are complying with food safety regulations.
Promote food safety practices among food businesses that operate within a single state.
Protect public health from foodborne illnesses in a particular state.

There are several benefits to obtaining FSSAI State Licence, including:

Legal compliance: Registered food businesses are legally compliant with FSSAI regulations, which helps to protect them from legal action.
Consumer confidence: Consumers are more likely to trust food businesses that are licensed by the FSSAI.
Improved food safety practices: Licensing encourages food businesses to adopt better food safety practices, which helps to reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses.
Access to government schemes: Licensed food businesses are eligible for various government schemes, such as financial assistance and training programs.

Validity of FSSAI State Licence

FSSAI State Licence 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 Food Business Operator must apply for renewal 30 days before the expiry of the current request.

Other Factors to Consider:

In addition to the annual turnover, there are a few other factors that food businesses need to consider when determining the type of FSSAI license they require. These include:

The nature of the food business: Food businesses are classified into different categories based on the type of food they produce or handle. For example, food businesses that produce or handle meat, dairy products, or bakery products have different licensing requirements.
The size of the food business: Food businesses are also classified into different categories based on their size. For example, micro, small, and medium-sized food businesses have different licensing requirements.
The location of the food business: Food businesses that operate in multiple states or that import or export food products have different licensing requirements.

Conclusion

FSSAI State Licence is an important requirement for food businesses that operate within a single state and have an annual turnover of more than Rs. 12 lakh but less than Rs. 25 crore. It is a simple and inexpensive way to ensure that food businesses are complying with food safety regulations and protecting public health in that state. The type of license required depends on the annual turnover of the food business, the nature of the food.

FSSAI State Registration (Document Required)

Pan Card/Aadhar Card
Mobile No./Email Id
No Objection Certificate (NOC) form landlord
Electricity Bill / Utility Bill
Declaration against nature of business
Rent Agreement
Other Registration Certificate

Central Registration

FSSAI Central License (Excluding Govt. Fees)

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is responsible for regulating and overseeing food safety in India. FSSAI Central License is a mandatory requirement for food businesses that operate in more than one state or union territory or have an annual turnover of more than Rs. 25 crore.

The purpose of FSSAI Central License is to:

Ensure that food businesses that operate in more than one state or union territory are complying with food safety regulations.
Promote food safety practices among food businesses that operate in more than one state or union territory.
Protect public health from foodborne illnesses across India.

There are several benefits to obtaining FSSAI Central License, including:

Legal compliance: Registered food businesses are legally compliant with FSSAI regulations, which helps to protect them from legal action.
Consumer confidence: Consumers are more likely to trust food businesses that are licensed by the FSSAI.
Improved food safety practices: Licensing encourages food businesses to adopt better food safety practices, which helps to reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses.
Access to government schemes: Licensed food businesses are eligible for various government schemes, such as financial assistance and training programs.

Validity of FSSAI Central License

FSSAI Central License 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 Food Business Operator must apply for renewal 30 days before the expiry of the current request.

Other Factors to Consider:

In addition to the annual turnover, there are a few other factors that food businesses need to consider when determining the type of FSSAI license they require. These include:

The nature of the food business: Food businesses are classified into different categories based on the type of food they produce or handle. For example, food businesses that produce or handle meat, dairy products, or bakery products have different licensing requirements.
The size of the food business: Food businesses are also classified into different categories based on their size. For example, micro, small, and medium-sized food businesses have different licensing requirements.
The location of the food business: Food businesses that operate in multiple states or that import or export food products have different licensing requirements.

Differences between the Types of FSSAI Licenses

The following table summarizes the key differences between the different types of FSSAI licenses:

Conclusion

FSSAI Central License is an important requirement for food businesses that operate in more than one state or union territory or have an annual turnover of more than Rs. 25 crore. It is a simple and inexpensive way to ensure that food businesses are complying with food safety regulations and protecting public health across India. The type of license required depends on the annual turnover of the food business, the nature of the food.