FSSAI   REGISTRATION

FSSAI stands for the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India.

The purpose of the FSSAI Registration license is to guarantee that food establishments in India adhere to the safety and quality requirements established by the FSSAI.

Any company operating in the food sector. Food License: Failure to get a valid FSSAI license to operate a business is illegal and may result in fines, penalties, or even the closure of the enterprise.

Small-scale firms must register with the FSSAI, whilst medium- and large-scale businesses must obtain an FSSAI license. There are less fees and a simpler registration process.

For activities to continue, the FSSAI Registration license must to be renewed prior to its expiration date. Having a food license increases the brand's credibility and dependability with stakeholders and customers.

Every person who are involved in food business, such as manufacturing, processing, storage, distribution and sale of food products must compulsorily obtain FSSAI Registration or License.

TYPES OF FSSAI

FSSAI Basic Registration – FBOs having a turnover of less than Rs.12 lakh p.a must obtain FSSAI basic registration.

FSSAI State License – FBOs having a turnover of more than Rs.12 lakh p.a and less than Rs.20 crore p.a must obtain the FSSAI state license.

FSSAI Central License – FBOs having a turnover of more than Rs.20 crore p.a must obtain the FSSAI central license.

BENEFITS

Obtaining a license can provide the food business with legal benefits, build goodwill, ensure food safety, create consumer awareness, and assist in business expansion. Also, it helps regulate, manufacture, storage, distribution and sale of import food. It is easy to obtain funds from investors when an FBO has FSSAI registration.

The FSSAI logo on the food products ensures the quality of food to the customers. The FSSAI registration number displayed on the food premises indicate that the premises comply with the hygiene and quality standards

List of documents:

1. Self-attested copy of Aadhar
2. PAN of the applicant
3. E-mail id and mobile number
4. Passport size photograph
5. Address proof for principle place of business i,e electricity bill
6. Certificate of Incorporation (for company)
7. Memorandum of Association
8. Article of association
9. PAN of the organization