FSSAI Registration and License involves the food safety registration or license required to legally manufacture, store, transport, or sell food products. While the process itself is usually straightforward, businesses commonly run into avoidable issues along the way. Here are the mistakes we see most often, and how to steer clear of them.
Mistake 1
Applying under the wrong category for your business scale.
Mistake 2
Operating without renewal after the license expires.
Mistake 3
Not updating the license after adding new product categories.
Mistake 4
Assuming small home-based food businesses are exempt entirely.
How to Avoid These Issues
Most of these mistakes come down to preparation. Having the right documents ready — Proof of business premises used for food-related activity, PAN and address proof of the applicant, List of food products being manufactured or sold, among others — and understanding the process before you start goes a long way toward a smooth outcome with the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).
Quick Reference: What You'll Need
- Proof of business premises used for food-related activity
- PAN and address proof of the applicant
- List of food products being manufactured or sold
- Water testing report, where required for manufacturing units
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