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What is FSSAI Registration
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India is commonly known as FSSAI. It monitors and manages how food products are manufactured, stored, distributed, sold, prepared, and imported. FSSAI comes under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. It was started under the Food Safety and Standards Act of 2006, known as the FSS Act. The first step of setting up a food business is to obtain the FSSAI registration with the assistance of Patron Accounting. The FSSAI registration certificate provides assurance to customers of the safety standards and quality followed by your FBO and creates trust.
The FSSAI registration is a basic license compulsory for Food business operators or FBOs connected to the food world in India. The business type plays a role in deciding the FSSAI registration you require from the three options — FSSAI Basic Registration, FSSAI State License, or FSSAI Central License. You can check the official website of FSSAI to find out the registration you need to apply for based on the type of food business, turnover, size, etc., and consult with Patron Accounting. The FSSAI registration is for FBOs having a turnover of less than INR 12 lakh p.a. The State License is for FBOs with a turnover of more than INR 12 lakh p.a. or less than INR 20 crore p.a, and the Central License is for FBOs with a turnover of more than INR 20 crore p.a.
Benefits of FSSAI Registration
Eligibility for FSSAI Registration
Process for FSSAI Registration
Step 1
As the owner of a food business, you have to fill out and submit the FSSAI registration application form on the Food Safety Compliance System, i.e., the FoSCoS website. You need to fill in the details in Form A or Form B based on the type of food business you own and other factors. Form A is for the basic FSSAI registration, and Form B is for the State License and Central License.
Step 2
After filling in the details in Form A for the basic FSSAI registration, you must submit the necessary documents with the application form and pay the fees. The documents can be submitted online with the application form on the FoSCoS website. You can also visit the Food and Safety Department to submit the documents required for the FSSAI registration certificate.
Step 3
The Department of Food and Safety will take 7 days from the date of receipt to accept or reject your FBO’s application for FSSAI registration. The Department thoroughly examines the documents, and a Food Safety Officer will visit the premises for an inspection before they provide the FSSAI registration certificate.
Step 4
After the inspection of the food premises by the Food Safety Officer, the application for the registration certificate will be accepted or rejected. An FSSAI registration certificate will be issued within 30 days if your food business meets the required criteria.
Step 5
The Food and Safety Department will issue an FSSAI registration certificate with the registration number. You can log in to the FoSCoS website to download the certificate and begin business operations.
Step 6
The FSSAI registration certificate must be displayed on your FBO premises during business hours. The process of obtaining an FSSAI certificate can be simple and stress-free with the help of Patron Accounting.
Documents Required for FSSAI Registration
Proof of Business Premises (Rental Agreement, NOC, etc.)
Certification of Incorporation, Shop and Establishment License, etc.
FAQs
What is the need for FSSAI registration?
FSSAI registration certificate is necessary to ensure businesses follow hygiene, quality, and proper food safety regulations.
How long is the FSSAI registration valid?
The FSSAI registration is valid for a period between 1 to 5 years.
What details does the FSSAI registration certificate include?
The FSSAI registration certificate for your food business will include the name of the food business operator, details, address of the premises of the food business, type of business, and duration for which the certificate is valid.
When should the FSSAI registration certificate be renewed?
The registration has to be renewed with an application 30 days before the current certificate expires. The application for renewing the certificate must be submitted before the expiry to ensure the FBO can legally operate.
What is the fee for the FSSAI registration?
The fee for a Form A for a Basic FSSAI registration certificate is INR 100. The renewal application fee also stands at INR 100. For a duplicate certificate, you have to pay 10 percent of the application certificate fee.
What determines which category of license is required?
The size of the food business and the turnover determine the FSSAI registration or license.
What happens if a business operates without an FSSAI registration?
Businesses can face legal actions, penalties, fines, or even closure of operations for not having an FSSAI registration. Food businesses cannot legally function in India without a valid FSSAI registration certificate.