Manufacturers, packers and importers of pre-packaged commodities must register under Rule 27 of the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011 and print mandatory declarations on every package: name and address, country of origin for imports, common name, net quantity, month and year of manufacture, MRP inclusive of taxes, unit sale price and consumer care details.
Who must register
- Manufacturers of packaged goods
- Packers and re-packers
- Importers of pre-packaged commodities
Mandatory declarations
- Name and address of manufacturer, packer or importer
- Country of origin for imported goods
- Common or generic name
- Net quantity in standard units
- Month and year of manufacture
- MRP inclusive of all taxes
- Unit sale price
- Consumer care contact
Process
Apply online to the Legal Metrology department with business details, product list and documents, and pay the fee.
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Online sellers and platforms must display mandatory declarations on product listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is LMPC needed for importers?
Yes. Importers of pre-packaged commodities for sale must register and ensure declarations are affixed before sale.
Do loose goods need declarations?
No. The rules apply to pre-packaged commodities, though weighing instruments used for loose sales must be verified.
What is the penalty for wrong labelling?
Fines and compounding apply, with higher amounts for repeat offences.
Is a separate licence needed for weighing scales?
Manufacturers, dealers and repairers of weights and measures need separate licences.
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