food license

FSSAI— the regulatory agency under the health ministry that supervises import of food items to ensure quality — has blocked several consignments of packaged food, citing tougher labelling requirements arising from a new law, the Food Safety and Standards Act of 2006, that came into force in 2011.

Nandani Services is a leading service Provider for Food Safety and Standards Authority India (FSSAI) Licensing & Registration, Located in Delhi, India. We provide consultancy to all FBO, Manufacturing, Processing, Import, Trading, Packing, Distribution, Storage, Transportation, Warehousing, Sales, Re-packing, Re-labelling, Wholesale, Retail, Hotel, Canteen, Dhaba, Restaurant, Club and Resorts or any kind of food business in India. We believe to provide qualitative & specialized services to every client irrespective of their size volume. In the context of modern business and consulting needs, company has developed expertise & resources to cater professional services. We are a company that has in-depth knowledge about the various aspects of this industry. We ensure complete client confidentiality and data security. This has enable us to earn the trust of our clients. We are a company that believes in adapting itself to the latest developments. Our company believes in protecting the interests of the clients and providing them the reliable services.

What is FSSAI?

Eligibility for FSSAI Registration:

All food units engaged in Food Operating Business.
Based on the turnover and scale of business, such business have to apply for either of the license (Registration, State or Central). The criteria specified in rules is as follows:

  1. Annual Turnover below Rupees 12 Lakhs- FSSAI Registration.
  2. Annual Turnover must be between Rupees 12 Lakhs to 20 Crores- State License.
  3. Annual Turnover above Rupees 20 Crores- Central License.

Procedure for FSSAI Registration:

  • Complete Document
  • Submit document
  • Get FSSAI license

What are the documents required to get FSSAI License?

  • Passport size Photograph of Applicant
  • Copy of Electricity / Water bill (Business Place)
  • Copy of Rent Agreement (if Rented )
  • Copy of Aadhar Card/ Voter Id card/ DL / Passport etc. (of Proprietor/ Partner/ Director)

Food License Registration

  • FSSAI license is a must for every Food business operator (FBO).
  • The FSSAI registration is an online process.
  • The validity of FSSAI license depends whether it is Basic, State or Central License.
  • Basic licenses have a maximum validity period of 5 years.
  • State licensing authority (SLA) has to renew the license after the period of 5 years to continue their food business operation in a particular state. However, the basic licensing authority (BLA) has no provision for renewal and its validity is limited up to 5 years only so FBOs need to apply again for new basic FSSAI license registration if they wish to continue their business after that period of time. Central licensing authority (CLA) issues one year license which can be renewed till the life of the FBO’s company/firm or entity and can be surrendered at any time by giving 30 days notice in written before surrendering their central FSSAI Licenses

FSSAI Central Licenses

  • If you have an annual turnover of more than ₹20 crores, then you will be required to obtain a Central License. You can apply for a Central license [online](https://foodlicensing.fssai.gov.in) or through the FSSAI website.*
  • Central Licenses are issued by the FSSAI Head Office and are valid throughout India.*

FSSAI State Licenses

  • FSSAI state license is mandatory for an entity that has an annual turnover of more than Rs. 12 Lakhs per year
  • FSSAI state license is valid for one year from the date of issue
  • FSSAI state license is mandatory for all entities that have their central and state license expiring on the same day

Entities that require a FSSAI state license include:

  • Manufacturers and processors with an annual turnover of more than Rs.12 lakhs
  • Storage units with an annual turnover of more than Rs.12 lakhs
  • Distributors with an annual turnover of more than Rs.12 lakhs

Benefits of FSSAI License

  • As a business owner, FSSAI license helps you in maintaining the quality of food products.
  • It also helps in boosting the trust of customers towards your brand.
  • It is used by many consumers/customers to check the quality and safety of food products.
  • It helps you in tracking down issues related to food safety.
  • That’s why, apart from other benefits, availing FSSAI registration is an important step for any food business owner like you.

To start a new Food business one must obtain food license from the FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India)

The FSSAI license is a 14 digit registration number which must be printed on food packages or displayed at the food outlet. The FSSAI registration or license is mandatory for all the food businesses, even small and medium scale enterprises are required to obtain FSSAI registration before starting their business. The main objective of this law was to ensure the quality of food products that are being consumed by consumers. If one fails to comply with this law then his/her business will be liable for penalty as well as imprisonment.

FSSAI license can be obtained in both Online and Offline mode. For centrally licensed products, one must submit an application in hard copy form along with supporting documents and a registration fee which varies from Rs 1000 to Rs 7500 depending on the turnover of your business and where you are located in India. After submitting the application, your file will be inspected within 30 days from date of receipt of application by the concerned department if found satisfactory then you will receive your 14 digit FSSAI license number otherwise you may receive a letter asking you to attend or fulfill deficiencies within 15 days period.