Why Register Under FSSAI and get FoSCos License?

The FSSAI Registration is the legal process for all Food Business Operators (FBOs) in India to apply for getting the certificate that the available sold food is safe for human consumption.

What are the types of FoSCos Food Licenses?

It is based on the annual turnover of the food business, the types of FoSCos Food licenses are: Basic FSSAI Registration - Annual turnover of less than Rs. 12 Lakhs State FSSAI License - Annual turnover between Rs. 12 Lakhs - Rs. 20 Crores Central FSSAI License - Annual turnover of more than Rs. 20 Crores

What are the documents required for FoSCos License Registration?

Any Govt. Identity like Aadhaar Card, Ration Card, Voter ID Card, PAN Card, Driving License.

Do I need to issue a different FoSCos License for the different states?

Yes, you have to take a Central FSSAI license for the main branch or head office and the State FSSAI licenses for any specific state. To assure a stable food business operation across the various states of the country.

Can I transfer my FSSAI License to someone else?

In case of the death of the FSSAI License holder, the FSSA License can be shifted to the legal representative or any family member of the dead holder. The legal representative or the family member needs to apply to the concerned Authority to shift the license in his/her name.

Documents Required for FSSAI Central License

By Online Legal India Published On 08 Mar 2021 Updated On 05 Jan 2023 Category FSSAI

Food business operators who Export Oriented Units, large manufacturers, importers, food business operators in Central Government Agencies, airport, seaport, etc., need to obtain FSSAI Central License from the central government.

FSSAI Food Business Central License

Businesses having an annual turnover above 20 crores can apply for FSSAI central license. It is eligible for Food Business Operators like Importers, Manufacturers, operators in central government, Railways, airports, seaports, etc. need to take a Central FSSAI license from the Food Standards and Safety Authority of India.

FSSAI Registration for Food Businesses can be obtained through the FSSAI Food Licensing & Registration System. FSSAI License for Food business falls under two categories:

State License
Central License

Documents Required for Obtaining Central FSSAI License

Form B duly completed and signed
Plan of the processing unit showing along with the dimensions and operation-wise area allocation
List of Directors/ Partners/ Proprietor with address, contact details, and photo ID
Name and list of equipment and machinery used with the number and installed capacity
List of food category to be manufactured
Authority letter from manufacturer nominated a responsible person name and address
Analysis report of water to be used in the process to confirm the portability
The source of raw material for milk, meat, raw vegetables etc
Recall plan wherever applicable
Ministry of Commerce Certificate for 100% EOU
NOC/PA document issued by FSSAI
IE Code document issued by DGFT
Form IX
Certificate from Ministry of Tourism
Proof of possession of premises
Partnership deed/ affidavit of proprietorship
NOC and copy of License from the manufacturer
Food safety management system plan or certificate
NOC from the municipality or local body
Supporting document for proof of turnover and transportation
Declaration form

Procedure for FSSAI Food Business Central License

Application Form-B according to the guidelines as prescribed by FSSAI. It must be taken care that every data provided must be correct, appropriate and authentic.
Focus that the general names must be mentioned for the products and not the brand names.
All the products as specified in the license must be certified as per the FSSAI Act, 2006.
At last, you will be questioned for how many years you want to apply for Central License. You have to pick the appropriate period for which you wish to take the license. ( between 1-5 year)
Post-filing the form, the prescribed fees have to pay either by an online portal or by submitting the demand draft at the FSSAI state office.
Your license will be delivered in 25-30 days by post.

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