FSSAI Central License

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If you’re in the food business, getting FSSAI registration is a must. Whether you’re involved in processing, manufacturing, packaging, distribution, or selling, you need a Food License. It is issued by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), which oversees food businesses adhering to the regulations in the FSSAI Act of 2006.

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Introduction

What is FSSAI Central License

FSSAI is a leading government agency that works for the well-being of the masses by implementing relevant food safety norms. Its ultimate objective is to formulate various guidelines and norms to incentivise food safety awareness in India. Also, this institution keeps a constant tap on entities involved in the supply chain of food, right from production to selling. Consumer awareness is something that FSSAI takes very seriously. And that is why it often rolls out various initiatives and keeps the masses informed about substandard and low-quality foods. FSSAI formulates food safety norms and various other guidelines in view of the Food Safety and Standard Act, of 2006.

FSSAI Central License is obtained by an FBO (Food Business Operator) with a turnover of more than Rs. 20 Crores or is involved in exporting and importing food products in India. 

Fundamental Duties and Functions performed by FSSAI

  • Formulating Guidelines and Norms for food safety and hygiene
  • Launching initiatives nationwide to create food safety awareness among the masses
  • Granting mandatory food license and registration to food business operators
  • Facilitating recommendations to GOI in outlining new policies

Benefits

Benefits Of FSSAI Central License

Process

FSSAI Central License In 4 Easy Steps

Document Checklist

Documents Required for FSSAI Central License in India

Faq

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

No, NOC is not required from Food Safety and Standards Authority of India for exporting food products from India however FSSAI License is required to be taken by the exporter.
 
FSSAI Central license is required for both import and export of food products. 100% export oriented units need to apply for FSSAI Central License for each unit.
 
FBOs providing e-Commerce/online platform for transaction or sale or activity as defined under section 3(n) of FSS Act, 2006 falls under the category e- Commerce. They need to apply for FSSAI central Licence on Head Office/Registered Office address.
 
As per the basic criteria set out by FSSAI, a business with an annual turnover of more than 20 crore needs to get this license.

 

The formal request for such license conversion can be made on the FSSAI’s official portal.

 

Food Safety Standards Authority of India.

 

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.

Yes, FSSAI registration is mandatory for all persons operating a home kitchen or bakery in India.
 
Yes, the process for obtaining FSSAI registration or License is entirely online. There is no requirement for the applicant to visit any office.
 
From October 1, 2021, the FSSAI has mandated all food businesses to mention FSSAI registration or FSSAI license number on invoices and bills.

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