{"id":50641,"date":"2022-11-11T13:01:31","date_gmt":"2022-11-11T07:31:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/?p=50641"},"modified":"2025-07-09T12:17:27","modified_gmt":"2025-07-09T06:47:27","slug":"how-to-get-fssai-license-for-pharmaceutical-companies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/how-to-get-fssai-license-for-pharmaceutical-companies\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get FSSAI License for Pharmaceutical Companies?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In\nthe present scenario, Pharmaceutical Companies play the most vital role in\nIndia; a large number of pharmaceutical companies are registered in Marketing,\nManufacturing, Distribution, and Trading sectors. These companies produce drugs\nin various forms, such as vaccines, pills, tablets, etc. India is one of the\nlarge producers of vaccines on the globe. All pharmaceutical companies should\nundergo a process to obtain an FSSAI License for the foods they produce in\ntheir Pharmaceutical Companies. In this write-up, we will discuss how to obtain\nFSSAI License for Pharmaceutical Companies in India.<\/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\/how-to-get-fssai-license-for-pharmaceutical-companies\/#Why_is_it_necessary_to_get_FSSAI_License_for_Pharmaceutical_Companies_in_India\" >Why is it\nnecessary to get FSSAI License for Pharmaceutical Companies in India?<\/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\/how-to-get-fssai-license-for-pharmaceutical-companies\/#Different_Types_of_FSSAI_Registration_in_India\" >Different\nTypes 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-3\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/how-to-get-fssai-license-for-pharmaceutical-companies\/#Benefits_of_FSSAI_License_for_Pharmaceutical_Companies_in_India\" >Benefits of\nFSSAI License for Pharmaceutical Companies 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\/how-to-get-fssai-license-for-pharmaceutical-companies\/#Documents_Required_for_FSSAI_License_for_Pharmaceutical_Companies\" >Documents\nRequired for FSSAI License for Pharmaceutical Companies<\/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\/how-to-get-fssai-license-for-pharmaceutical-companies\/#Procedure_for_FSSAI_License_for_Pharmaceutical_Companies\" >Procedure for\nFSSAI License for Pharmaceutical Companies<\/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\/how-to-get-fssai-license-for-pharmaceutical-companies\/#Validity_of_FSSAI_License_for_Pharmaceutical_Companies\" >Validity of\nFSSAI License for Pharmaceutical Companies<\/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\/how-to-get-fssai-license-for-pharmaceutical-companies\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_it_necessary_to_get_FSSAI_License_for_Pharmaceutical_Companies_in_India\"><\/span>Why is it\nnecessary to get FSSAI License for Pharmaceutical Companies in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>FSSAI\nor Food Safety &amp; Standard Authority of India, supervises &amp; regulates\nthe standard and safety of food in India. It mandates that every business\nconcerning food must undergo <strong><a class=\"text-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/fssai-license\">FSSAI Registration<\/a><\/strong>. These businesses can be food\npackaging, delivering, preparing, serving &amp; relating. So, whatever may be\nthe business or industry type, it should undergo FSSAI Registration if it deals\nwith food items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even\nthough Pharmaceutical Companies hold Drug License for the trading,\ndistribution, production, and marketing of food supplements or nutraceuticals.\nFSSAI mandates that the Company must get an FSSAI Certificate for Nutraceutical\nproducts or items. Food supplements or nutraceuticals are substitute which\ngives nutrients, fatty acids, vitamins, and proteins to our body in the form of\ndoses, tablets, and pills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Different_Types_of_FSSAI_Registration_in_India\"><\/span>Different\nTypes of FSSAI Registration in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>FSSAI\nRegistration is based on business turnover, types, and production capacity.\nDepending upon the installed capacity &amp; turnover. Food Business Operators\nare eligible for License such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>FSSAI\nBasic Registration<\/strong>: Food Business Operators having\na turnover of less than Rs. 12 lakhs per annum must get FSSAI Basic\nRegistration. The application form that the applicant has to file to get FSSAI\nBasic Registration is <strong>Form-A<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>FSSAI\nState License<\/strong>: Food Business Operators (FBOs) having an\nannual turnover of more than Rs. 12 lakhs per annum &amp; less than Rs. 20\ncrores per annum must obtain the FSSAI State License. The Registration form\nthat the applicant has to fill out to get an FSSAI State License is <strong>Form B<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>FSSAI\nCentral License<\/strong>: Food Business Operators having a turnover\nof more than Rs. 20 crores per annum must get the FSSAI Central License. The\nRegistration Form that the applicant has to fill out to get FSSAI Central\nLicense is <strong>Form-B<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_FSSAI_License_for_Pharmaceutical_Companies_in_India\"><\/span>Benefits of\nFSSAI License for Pharmaceutical Companies in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The\nfollowing are the benefits of an FSSAI License for Pharmaceutical Companies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>If any Pharmaceutical Companies\nhave FSSAI License, then the Company build more trust and confidence in the\ncustomers than the other companies who don\u2019t have FSSAI License.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>FSSAI logo is a sign of high\nquality and it creates awareness among customers to consume high-quality foods.\nFood Businesses will also get a wider customer base after getting an FSSAI\nLicense.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This License helps to expand the\nfood business. You can start outlets or branches of your companies in various\nparts of India after getting FSSAI License. With this License, you can get bank\nloans easily for business expansion. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This License gives legal &amp; unique\nstatus to your business. It establishes a different identity that customers\nwill know. FSSAI Logo will help to build a brand name within a short time.\nCustomers will come to know about your products &amp; brand when you have the\nFSSAI License.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It helps in making your food\nbusiness more popular. It also helps you grow your business widely in many\nstates of the country. Profits of your food business will increase day by day\nafter getting this License.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_Required_for_FSSAI_License_for_Pharmaceutical_Companies\"><\/span>Documents\nRequired for FSSAI License for Pharmaceutical Companies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Following\nare some vital documents required for FSSAI License for Pharmaceutical\nCompanies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Documents\nfor Basic FSSAI Registration:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Photo id proof of the Food\nBusiness Operators.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Business Certificates such as\nCertificate of Incorporation, Shop &amp; Establishment License, Partnership\nDeed or other Business Registration Certificates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Food Safety Management System\nPlan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of possession of business\npremises or units, i.e., NOC from the owner of the rented premises, rental\nagreement, utility bills, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Information on the bank account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>List of food items processed or\nmanufactured.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supporting documents (if needed)\nsuch as Health NOC, NOC by Panchayat or Municipality, and copy of License from\nthe manufacturer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Documents\nfor FSSAI State License:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Plan of processing unit stating\nthe dimensions &amp; operation-wise area allocation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Authority Letter from the\nmanufacturer nominated a responsible person&#8217;s name &amp; address.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copy of Certificate obtained under <strong>Multi-State Coop Act, 2002<\/strong> or Coop Act, 1861.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>List of Partners or Proprietor or\nDirectors with photo id, contact details &amp; address.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analysis report of water to be\nused in the process to confirm the portability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Name &amp; list of equipment and\nmachinery used with the number and installed capacity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Documents\nfor FSSAI Central License<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li>Duly signed and completed Form-B.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Name &amp; list of equipment and\nmachinery used with the number and installed capacity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>List of Partners or Proprietor or\nDirectors with photo id, contact details &amp; address.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>IEC documents issued by DGFT<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Authority Letter from the\nmanufacturer nominated a responsible person&#8217;s name &amp; address.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Certificate from Ministry of\nTourism<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Declaration Form<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supporting document for proof of\ntransportation &amp; turnover.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analysis report of water to be\nused in the process to confirm the portability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NOC\nor PA document issued by FSSAI<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ministry of Commerce Certificate\nfor 100% EOU.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Procedure_for_FSSAI_License_for_Pharmaceutical_Companies\"><\/span>Procedure for\nFSSAI License for Pharmaceutical Companies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Following\nis the step-by-step procedure for FSSAI License for Pharmaceutical Companies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>First, get your business plan;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, determine your annual\nturnover.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After that, the applicant needs\nto determine which type of FSSAI License is required for your Pharmaceutical\nCompanies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once the applicant determines the\ntype, then they need to fill out the application &amp; complete documentation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After filing the application,\nsubmit it along with the requisite fee. You should be careful if there is any\nincorrect information in the FSSAI application. FSSAI may cancel your\nRegistration. If there is any change in the application form, then it must be\nupdated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After the verification of the\napplication and documents, the authority will issue the FSSAI License for Pharmaceutical\nCompanies.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Validity_of_FSSAI_License_for_Pharmaceutical_Companies\"><\/span>Validity of\nFSSAI License for Pharmaceutical Companies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The\nvalidity of an FSSAI License for Pharmaceutical Companies is between 1 to 5\nyears. The applicant can choose the validity of the FSSAI License for\nPharmaceutical Companies as per their business requirement. For any reason,\nthere shouldn&#8217;t be a delay in renewal; it must be done soon before the validity\nperiod expires.<\/p>\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 in India varies as per the location of the premises &amp; you can obtain FSSAI License for every premises where you are conducting business. FSSAI has made FSSAI License for Pharmaceutical Companies in India compulsory because it ensures food quality &amp; covers a large base of food products from pharmaceutical companies.<\/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\/fssai-food-license-everything-you-need-to-know\/\">FSSAI Food License: Everything You Need to Know<\/a><\/mark><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the present scenario, Pharmaceutical Companies play the most vital role in India; a large number of pharmaceutical companies are registered in Marketing, Manufacturing, Distribution, and Trading sectors. These companies produce drugs in various forms, such as vaccines, pills, tablets, etc. India is one of the large producers of vaccines on the globe. 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