FSSAI vs BIS: When Does Your Product Need Which
Food and non-food product manufacturers sometimes confuse these two certification requirements, and understanding the distinction avoids pursuing the wrong
Food and non-food product manufacturers sometimes confuse these two certification requirements, and understanding the distinction avoids pursuing the wrong compliance path.
FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) governs food product safety and licensing, relevant to any business manufacturing, processing, or selling food products.
BIS governs a broader range of non-food (and in some specific cases, food-adjacent) product categories under Indian quality and safety standards, covering electronics, appliances, and various other product types.
Some product categories can intersect both frameworks (certain food-contact materials or equipment, for instance), making it worth confirming which specific framework — or potentially both — applies to your exact product rather than assuming based on general product type alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a single product require both FSSAI and BIS compliance?
In some cases yes, particularly for food-adjacent products or equipment — confirming your specific product's applicable requirements is important.
Is FSSAI relevant to packaging materials, not just food itself?
Certain food-contact packaging materials can fall under specific compliance requirements — confirming applicability for your specific materials matters.
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