FSSAI Registration

Obtaining an FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) License.

The FSSAI license, also known as the Food License, is a mandatory permit required to launch a restaurant and is procured through FSSAI Registration (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India).

FSSAI, an independent body established by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, came into existence in August 2011 under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. This establishment collaborated with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the Central government.

Primarily, the FSSAI license acts as an endorsement of a restaurant's compliance with food safety standards, assuring consumers about the food's safety. It is a unique 14-digit registration number assigned to restaurants, manufacturers, and traders, mandatorily printed on food packages. This reassures consumers that they are dining at a place adhering to all safety food standards.

Who Needs FSSAI Registration?

Entities eligible for FSSAI Registration or License include:

• Food Manufacturers of all types.
• Food Packaging or Storage units.
• Wholesalers, Traders, or Online Food Business Operators.
• Caterers, Hotels, or Raw material suppliers.
• Exporters and Importers of food products.
• Transporters and Distributors.
• Retailers of Food Products.

Why is FSSAI Registration Necessary?

Any individual conducting food-related businesses—food manufacturing, processing, storage, distribution, or sales of food products—must obtain an FSSAI Registration License. This registration is overseen by FSSAI to ensure safe consumption. Verification is carried out by an FSSAI officer during registration. Acquiring the license confirms the successful registration, making it a mandatory requirement for food operators and traders, ensuring chemically verified food.

Types of FSSAI Registration/License

Food business operators receive a 14-digit number from FSSAI upon successful completion of the registration process. FSSAI Registration is categorized into 3 types based on business turnover, with an additional criterion based on production capacity, regardless of turnover, for certain units:

• Basic FSSAI Registration: Mandatory for small-scale food business operators, with a turnover not exceeding Rs. 12 lakh annually. It's also known as Basic FSSAI License and includes petty retailers like hawkers or temporary stallholders.
• FSSAI State License: Required for businesses with turnovers ranging from Rs. 12 lakh to Rs. 20 crore annually. This limitation applies to both State trading and State manufacturing licenses.
• FSSAI Central License: Mandatory for businesses with a turnover exceeding Rs. 20 crore, involving Manufacturing, Trading, or Storage operations beyond specified limits by law.

Documents Needed for FSSAI Registration

For FSSAI Registration, the necessary documents include:

• FBO's Photo Identity and PAN Card.
• Supporting Documents: NOC from Municipality/Panchayat, Health NOC, if applicable.
• Business details Declaration in Form A.
• Proof of Business Premises Ownership.
• Incorporation Certificate/Partnership Deed/Articles of Association, etc.

For FSSAI State and Central License, additional documents required are:

• Completed and Signed Form-B.
• Layout plan of processing units (for Manufacturing and processing units).
• Contact details and photo IDs of Directors/Partners/Proprietors/Executive Members (for Corporations).
• Machinery details (for Manufacturing and processing units).
• Food category list (for Manufacturing units).
• Authority letter for nominated individuals.
• Water analysis report (for Manufacturing and processing units).
• Building ownership proof.
• Additional documents vary depending on the type of license and business operations.

For Basic FSSAI Registration:

• Apply to the Food and Safety Department using Form A.
• The Department communicates acceptance or rejection within seven days of application submission in writing.
• The registration certificate, containing the registration number and applicant's photograph, is provided upon approval, to be prominently displayed at the business location.

For FSSAI License:

• Apply online via the FSSAI registration procedure using Form B.
• Attach self-declarations, affidavits, and applicable annexures with the application.
• The license duration ranges from 1 to 5 years, with fees varying based on the requested duration.
• Renew the license by submitting an application.

Fees for FSSAI Registration Certificate (online application):

Statutory Fees:

• FSSAI Registration: Rs. 100 per annum.
• FSSAI State License: Rs. 2000 to 5000 per annum (varying by state).
• FSSAI Central License: Rs. 7500 per annum.

Penalties for Non-Compliance:

• Failure to adhere to FSSAI standards can subject food business operators to penalties.
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Easy Steps for FSSAI Registration:

• Provide FSSAI Details as per Your Requirements
• Upload or Email your documents to eStartIndia for the generation of FSSAI Form A or Form B (within 2 working days)
• FSSAI License Application with Regular Follow-ups with the FBO (within 10–12 working days)
• FSSAI License Procurement (within 30 days)
• Congratulations! Your Work Is Done

FAQs:

Q. Is an FSSAI license mandatory for importing food items to India?


Ans: Yes, a Central FSSAI license is mandatory for the import or export of food items.

Q. Is an FSSAI license required for manufacturing food additives?


Ans: Yes, any activity related to trading, distribution, manufacturing, or transportation of food products necessitates an FSSAI license.

Q. Do catering establishments established under the Central Government require an FSSAI license?


Ans: Yes, all catering establishments, including those under the Central Government in sectors such as Defense, Railways, Airport, etc., require an FSSAI license.

Q. What kind of licenses are required if a food business has manufacturing units in more than one state?


Ans: The registered office of the business requires a Central FSSAI license, while every manufacturing unit in each state requires a state-level FSSAI license.

Q. What kind of licenses are required if a food business has more than one warehouse within a single locality?


Ans: If all the warehouses are within a single locality, a single license can be obtained by specifying the common locality address. However, if multiple warehouses are present in different localities within the state, separate licenses need to be obtained for each.

Q. What are the different types of FSSAI registration?


Ans: 1) FSSAI Basic Registration: Small businesses with an annual turnover < Rs. 12 lakhs.

2) FSSAI State License: Medium businesses with an annual turnover < Rs. 20 crores.

3) FSSAI Central License: Large businesses with an annual turnover> Rs. 20 crores.

Q. Is it mandatory to display the FSSAI Logo and license number on imported food packages?


Ans: Yes, it is mandatory to display the FSSAI Logo and license number on imported food packages. Failure to do so will result in the customs not clearing the imported food items.