Which is the Best FSSAI License Consultant in Mumbai?

What is FSSAI?

FSSAI regulates and monitors the food business operating in India. FSSAI is the abbreviation used for the Food Safety and Standards Authority in India. It is the responsibility of FSSAI to make sure that food products undergo quality check and prevents the practices of food adulteration and selling or marketing of foods of sub-standard quality.

Need for FSSAI License

No person can operate the business connected to food without obtaining a food license which is known as FSSAI License. Thus every food operators involved in the following activities shall compulsorily obtain FSSAI License: 

ü  Manufacturing of food products

ü  Processing of food products

ü  Storage & distribution of food product

ü  Selling of food products.

FSSAI License is the 14 digit registration number that gets printed on all the packages of food business operators. The FSSAI License ensures the accountability of FBO to maintain the quality of food products. FSSAI License is required on a mandatory basis for all the FBO operating on a small scale and includes the following businesses:

·         Annual Turnover of FBO exceeds INR 12 Lakhs

·         Small food retailers

·         Any individual manufacturing or selling any food product on individual capacity

·         Temporary food stall selling the food

·         Other than a caterer, any individual distributing food in religious or social places.

·         Small Scale Business with the following capacity:

ü  Capacity up to 100 KG per day for food production.

ü  Handling and collection of up to 500 Liters of Milk per day.

ü  It is engaged in slaughtering activity of up to 2 big animals or 10 small animals.

In-brief steps for FSSAI License

Following is the procedure to obtain FSSAI License in India:

·         Apply in Form A to the food and safety department.

·         Such application shall be made with the following documents attached:

             ü  Photograph of FBO

             ü  Premise identity proof such as rent agreement, electricity bill, etc.

             ü  COI, MOA & AOA in case of Company

             ü  Partnership Deed in case of Partnership Firm

             ü  Complete list of food products in which the operator is going to deal

             ü  Food management system plan.

·         Department within 7 days of receipt of such an application can on its discretion accept or         reject it by stating the reason for the same.

·           The department on accepting the application shall allow the registration certificate.

·       Such Food Business Operator shall always display its License at the place of business during   business hours.

Consequences in case of Non-Compliance with FSSAI Guidelines

Licensed food operators need to adhere to the guidelines of the FSS Act, 2006. Food safety officers randomly inspect the food business operator's premises or services. Based on such inspection, food safety officer gives the following remark depending upon the compliant level of such operator:

 ü  C for Compliance

ü  NC for Non-Compliant

ü  PC for Partial-Compliant

ü  Not applicable

Final Thoughts

The government of India to promote and maintain hygiene and strictness towards food and health safety has made FSSAI License compulsory for every business operator dealing with food. License is classified depending upon the size of business into two categories, i.e. State FSSAI for small & medium business while Central FSSAI for large manufacturers, engaged in the import-export business, etc.

Best Consultant for FSSAI Registration in Mumbai

Swarit Advisors is one of the best firms for getting FSSAI Registration done. Our team of professionals have years of experience in the FSSAI niche. We ensure that the FSSAI application is compliant in every aspect and also assist in the post-registration compliances. Contact us for getting the FSSAI License with ease following minimal requirements and formalities.

Therefore it is the responsibility to license the food business operators and to lay down the rules & regulations that are required to be followed by such FBO for conducting the business relating to food.