{"id":21840,"date":"2020-12-14T11:30:02","date_gmt":"2020-12-14T06:00:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/?p=21840"},"modified":"2020-12-14T11:31:30","modified_gmt":"2020-12-14T06:01:30","slug":"types-of-fssai-license-underlining-the-concept-of-fssai-registration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/types-of-fssai-license-underlining-the-concept-of-fssai-registration\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the Types of FSSAI License underlining the Concept of FSSAI Registration?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">FSSAI is an organization that controls and monitors food businesses in India. It has been established under the Ministry of Health &amp; Family Welfare, Government of India. FSSAI Registration is different from the <a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/fssai-license\"><strong>FSSAI License<\/strong><\/a> as it depends upon the size of the business. It contains 14 digit numbers which is printed on all the packages of food. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It gives authenticity for the quality of the food products\nand helps to gain customer trust in the products so that customers don\u2019t\nhesitate at the time of purchasing the food products. It is mandatory to get\nFSSAI License for all the business operators in India such as food stores,\ntraders, and manufacturers, etc. Scroll down to check more information\nregarding types of FSSAI License.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/types-of-fssai-license-underlining-the-concept-of-fssai-registration\/#What_are_the_Types_of_FSSAI_License\" >What are the Types of FSSAI License?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/types-of-fssai-license-underlining-the-concept-of-fssai-registration\/#Who_Requires_FSSAI_Registration_in_India\" >Who Requires FSSAI Registration in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/types-of-fssai-license-underlining-the-concept-of-fssai-registration\/#Benefits_of_FSSAI_Registration_in_India\" >Benefits of FSSAI Registration in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/types-of-fssai-license-underlining-the-concept-of-fssai-registration\/#Documents_Required_for_Different_types_of_FSSAI_License\" >Documents Required for Different types of FSSAI License<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/types-of-fssai-license-underlining-the-concept-of-fssai-registration\/#Process_of_FSSAI_Registration_in_India\" >Process of FSSAI Registration in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/types-of-fssai-license-underlining-the-concept-of-fssai-registration\/#Fees_Associated_with_the_Registration_for_FSSAI_License_in_India\" >Fees Associated with the Registration for FSSAI License in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/types-of-fssai-license-underlining-the-concept-of-fssai-registration\/#What_are_the_Penalties_for_Non-Compliance\" >What are the Penalties for Non-Compliance?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/types-of-fssai-license-underlining-the-concept-of-fssai-registration\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_Types_of_FSSAI_License\"><\/span>What are the Types of FSSAI License?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>FSSAI License or registration is based on the premises and volume of the business. Depending upon the turnover, location, the capacity of the business, the applicant can get the license in different ways as mentioned below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Types-of-FSSAI-Registration-License.png\" alt=\"Types of FSSAI License\" class=\"wp-image-21845\" width=\"454\" height=\"454\" srcset=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Types-of-FSSAI-Registration-License.png 1000w, https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Types-of-FSSAI-Registration-License-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Types-of-FSSAI-Registration-License-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Types-of-FSSAI-Registration-License-768x768.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 454px) 100vw, 454px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Basic FSSAI Registration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is for the entity whose turnover does not increase 12\nlakhs per annum. Hawkers and vendors come under this category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FSSAI State License<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is for the entity whose turnover is not less than 12\nlakhs and not more than 20 crores annually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Central FSSAI License<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is for the entity whose turnover is more than 20 crores\nfor producing, trading or storing the food products up to a specific limit\nprescribed by the law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Requires_FSSAI_Registration_in_India\"><\/span>Who Requires FSSAI Registration in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Below are the lists of those who require a Food Registration to start a business in India:-<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Hotels and restaurants.<\/li><li>Wholesaler.<\/li><li>Dairy Shops.<\/li><li>Food importers and food exporters.<\/li><li>Suppliers of raw materials.<\/li><li>Retailers who have a retail outlet.<\/li><li>Transporters.<\/li><li>Canteens or pantry in colleges, schools,\ncorporations, government schools, and hospitals.<\/li><li>Packaged food manufacturers.<\/li><li>Processors such as dry fruit and pickle maker.<\/li><li>Food chains.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_FSSAI_Registration_in_India\"><\/span>Benefits of FSSAI Registration in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The following are the benefits of FSSAI registration in\nIndia that help businesses to grow:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>It makes food manufacturing more trustworthy and\nreliable.<\/li><li>Consumers widely recognize the FSSAI logo.<\/li><li>When the registration is concerned, cleanliness\nand hygiene are regulated and followed.<\/li><li>FSSAI license positively influences the\nproduction and dependability of the company.<\/li><li>FSSAI license offers to produce a quality of\nfood products as per the International Food Standards.<\/li><li>FSSAI license is very important for exporting\nfood products to other countries.<\/li><li>It is also liable for setting procedures and\nguidelines for the attributed lab quality assurance as per ISO17025.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_Required_for_Different_types_of_FSSAI_License\"><\/span>Documents Required for Different types of FSSAI License<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The list of necessary documents required by different types\nof FSSAI License is as follows-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Documents required for Central FSSAI Registration in India<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The list of documents necessary for the issuance of <a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/central-fssai-license\"><strong>Central FSSAI License<\/strong><\/a> in India:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Sources of various raw materials.<\/li><li>PA\/NOC document issued by FSSAI.<\/li><li>Acquire a list of directors &amp; partners depending\non the type of business <\/li><li>Acquire a copy of proof of profession such as\nrent agreement.<\/li><li>Acquire a blueprint of the unit.<\/li><li>Manufacture\u2019s NOC and a copy of the license.<\/li><li>List of food items.<\/li><li>List of equipment and machinery used in the\nunit.<\/li><li>Form IX.<\/li><li>Duly signed Form B.<\/li><li>Declaration Form.<\/li><li>Certificate from Ministry of Commerce for 100%\nEOU.<\/li><li>Bring a certificate from the Ministry of\nTourism.<\/li><li>Authority letter.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Documents Required for State FSSAI Registration in India<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Following are the list of necessary documents required for the issuance of <a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/fssai-state-license\"><strong>State FSSAI License<\/strong><\/a> in India:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Rent agreement or any proof of ownership<\/li><li>Partnership deed or affidavit of the owner.<\/li><li>Acquire a list of directors &amp; partners depending\non the type of business.<\/li><li>Acquire a blueprint of the unit.<\/li><li>NOC from the manufacturer.<\/li><li>List of food items.<\/li><li>List of equipment and machinery utilised in the\nunit.<\/li><li>Food Safety Management System Certificate.<\/li><li>Duly signed Form B.<\/li><li>Certificate of Food Safety Management System.<\/li><li>Authority letter.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Some Additional Documents Required for the Manufactures<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Report on the water for pesticide residues.<\/li><li>List of machinery &amp; other equipments used in\nthe unit.<\/li><li>Acquire a list of food categories that are yet to\nbe manufactured.<\/li><li>Acquire a blueprint of the layout of the\nprocessing unit.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Process_of_FSSAI_Registration_in_India\"><\/span>Process of FSSAI Registration in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can check the following step to complete the\nregistration process in India:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1 <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>First, submit the application form (Form A) to the Food and\nSafety Department.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2 <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Within 7 days, the application made by the applicant can be accepted or rejected by the <strong>Food and Safety Department<\/strong><sup><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Food_Safety_and_Standards_Authority_of_India\"><strong>[1]<\/strong><\/a><\/sup><strong>. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If the Department accepts the application, then they will\nissue a registration certificate along with the registration certificate number\nand applicant&#8217;s photo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During the working hours, FBO should display the\nregistration certificate at the place of business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fees_Associated_with_the_Registration_for_FSSAI_License_in_India\"><\/span>Fees Associated with the Registration for FSSAI License in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<table class=\"table table-bordered\"><tbody><tr><td>\n  <strong>Application Type (Fee for One Year)<\/strong>\n  <\/td><td>\n  Central License\n  <\/td><td>\n  State License\n  <\/td><td>\n  Registration\n  <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n  <strong>New Application<\/strong>\n  <\/td><td>\n  Rs. 7500\/-\n  <\/td><td>\n  Depends on the scale of the business.\n  <\/td><td>\n  Rs. 100&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \n  <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n  <strong>Renewal of Application<\/strong>\n  <\/td><td>\n  Rs. 7500\/-\n  <\/td><td>\n  Depends on\n  the scale of the business.\n  <\/td><td>\n  Rs. 100&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \n  <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n  <strong>Modification of License\/Certificate<\/strong>\n  <\/td><td>\n  Rs. 7500\/-\n  <\/td><td>\n  Depends on the scale of the business.\n  <\/td><td>\n  Rs. 100&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \n  <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n  <strong>Duplicate License \/ Certificate<\/strong>\n  <\/td><td>\n  10% of the\n  applicable fee\n  <\/td><td>\n  10% of the\n  applicable fee\n  <\/td><td>\n  10% of the\n  applicable fee\n  <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_Penalties_for_Non-Compliance\"><\/span>What are the Penalties for Non-Compliance?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Following are the list of penalties for non-compliance:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<table class=\"table table-bordered\"><tbody><tr><td>\n  Particulars \n  <\/td><td>\n  Fines (INR)\n  <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n  Sub-standard food\n  <\/td><td>\n  Rs. 5 Lakh\n  <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n  Misbranded Food\n  <\/td><td>\n  Rs. 3 Lakh\n  <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n  False description of the product or any misleading advertisement\n  <\/td><td>\n  Rs. 10 Lakh\n  <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n  Inessential matter in food\n  <\/td><td>\n  Rs. 1 Lakh\n  <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n  Failure to obey with Food Safety officer director\n  <\/td><td>\n  Rs. 2 Lakh\n  <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n  Unhygienic manufacture\n  <\/td><td>\n  Rs. 1 Lakh\n  <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n  Food quality not in compliance with the Food Safety and Standards Act.\n  <\/td><td>\n  Rs. 2 Lakh (Petty manufacturer \u2013 Rs. 25,000\/-)\n  <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>FSSAI License is very important for all types of food businesses in India, such as transporters, distributors, manufacturers or caterers, etc. FSSAI aims to reduce food adulteration and improve the accountability of manufacturers by issuing them a food license. The different types of FSSAI License provides the foods businesses in India to register themselves as per their requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-left\"><b>Read our article<\/b>:<mark style=\"background: #fffd03 !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/is-it-possible-to-sell-food-grains-and-edible-oil-online\/\">\nIs it Possible to sell Food Grains and Edible Oil Online?\n<\/a><\/mark><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>FSSAI is an organization that controls and monitors food businesses in India. It has been established under the Ministry of Health &amp; Family Welfare, Government of India. FSSAI Registration is different from the FSSAI License as it depends upon the size of the business. 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