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FSSAI Application Status

The Status of Your FSSAI Application will fall under the following Criterias:

1. Processing yet to be started

This status is seen when you have just applied for FSSAI LIcense and the processing of your application has not yet started.

Processing yet to be started

2. Application reverted for Modification

Your application might also be reverted for any kind of modification/ Clarification. Response to the same has to be provided within 30 days to avoid rejection of your application.

Application reverted for Modification

3. Application Rejected

An application might be rejected automatically by system due to non-furnishing of information by FBO within the stipulated time of 30 days

Application Rejected

4. Inspection

The Officer will contact you for the inspection of your premises.

Application Rejected

5. Registration Certificate Issued

If all the information provided meets the FSSAI guidelines and criterias, Your application will be accepted and the FSSAI registration certificate will be successfully Issued.

Registration Certificate Issued

What is a FSSAI License Number?

Every food business operator has to apply for FSSAI license in India, after FSSAI registration the Food business is provided with a 14 digit license number which has to be showcased in the premise

The 14-digits of the FSSAI license number have been essentially divided into 5 sections and each section helps us to understand the details. Below mentioned are the five different sections of the FSSAI license number and its details:


  • Section 1 - First digit indicates the status of whether the food business is registered or not.
  • Section 2 - The second and the third digit indicates the state code which means the state where the business is registered.
  • Section 3 - The fourth and fifth number will talk about the year in which the food business is registered.
  • Section 4 - The sixth, seventh and eight number will help you to understand the quantity of enrolling master.
  • Section 5 - Ninth to Fourteen is the Makers license number.

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How to Check FSSAI Application Status online?

Following is a step by step procedure to check the application status of your FSSAI License Number Online
Enter 17 Digit FSSAI Reference Number
After FSSAI registration, the 17 digit FSSAI Reference number is provided to the food business operator, you have to enter this number in the search bar.
Click On Check status
As soon as you enter your 17 digit FSSAI Reference number, click on “Check Status” bar and basic information related to your Application status will be displayed on the screen.

How to get FSSAI license?

Food Safety and Standard Authority of India is an authority to provide food license to food business in India. FSSAI license registration procedure is mentioned below:
1. Visit LegalDocs website.
2. Fill the draft mentioned with appropriate details.
3. Submit your documents through Email.
4. The documents will be verified and queries will be resolved within 2 working days.
5. The applicant will get the document in 7 working days.

How long does it take to get FSSAI registration?

There are three different types of FSSAI registration, the required time for FSSAI license registration differs.
1. The basic FSSAI license will be delivered in 7 working days.
2. State license and Central license will be provided in 30 days.

How much does it cost to get FSSAI license?

FSSAI license fees differ as per the type of FSSAI license.
1. Basic FSSAI registration - Rs 999/-
2. State FSSAI license - Rs 15000/-
3. Central FSSAI license - Rs 20000/-
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What is FoScoS FSSAI?

FSSAI launched Food Safety Compliance System (FoSCoS) wef 1st June 2020 replacing existing Food Licensing and Registration System.Food License Registration certificate is required to run a food product business.

How to check FSSAI application status?

FSSAI registration is mandatory for every food business in India. You can contact our experts on 9022119922 and get to know your license related details by them.

How can I check my FSSAI license renewal status?

FSSAI license renewal can be done for 1 year or 5 years and it is mandatory for every food business in India. You can contact our experts on 9022119922 and get to know your FSSAI license renewal status by them.

What is FSSAI ?

On August 23, 2006 all the food safety related acts came under one Food Safety and Standards Authority of India(FSSAI) which has the supreme authority related to the food like manufacturing, processing, packing, transportation and its distribution. It has become mandatory to possess a food license for everyone who are in the chain which requires the food handling at any stage. License or registration with FSSAI is necessary for everyone who is doing a food business. Whether a FBO requires a License or registration depends upon the factors like capacity of production, handling nature of food business activities and area of operation.

Why you should get FSSAI license?

1.There is a high degree of consumer confidence in safety & quality of food.
2.It helps to promote innovation in foods products
3.It helps in removal of multiple regulations.
4.It facilitates trade without compromising consumer safety & a larger share.

What is FSSAI all about?

1.Decentralization of licensing for food products.
2.Simple and easy issue of license with time frame of 1 month.
3.There is no license for small FBO’s, only registration is mandatory.
4.This act assures safety of consumer and ensures full compensation to victim in case of injury or death.

FSSAI instructions

1.Food Business Operator must be registered.
-> If Food Business Operator is operating in more than 1 state, one additional Central License for Head Office is necessary.
-> Importers are allowed to take one single central license at their Import Export Code address.
-> One presumption with various types of businesses is eligible for one registration only.
-> Food Business Operator must obey the rules and conditions of registration.

FSSAI registration Procedure?

3 Easy Steps.
Step 1.
1. Consultation and Documentation.
Our FSSAI expert help you with type of Registration, eligibility and Documentation.
->1 to 2 days.
Step 2.
2. Application Filing and Approval.
You sit back and Concentrate on your business. We will work diligently on your application and will be Registration ASAP.
->3 To 4 days.
Step 3.
3. LICENSE DELIVERY
Digital and Hard Copy of License is Delivered to your workplace.
->5 to 7 days.

Do I need to apply for an FSSAI license, if I am planning to sell some homemade stuff online on a very small scale?

Yes you need to have a FSSAI registration only if your business is on small scale and turnover is between 0-12 lakh.

I want to renew my license. How is it done?

LegalDocs will help you to get a new license as well as license renewal. You just need to provide your old license to us. It can be done prior to 30 days of expiring of the current license.

We have units in multiple states. Which type of license should I get?

You need to have a central Food Safety license.

What is FSSA, 2006 & why this Act is needed?

Food Safety and Security Act of 2006 is an Act and FSSAI has been established under the that sets standards for food products based on science and regulates their production, storage, distribution, sales and imports. Its main motive was to maintain the a particular standard of the food quality and to curb the adulteration and substandard quality of food.

Does FSSA serve the purpose of a unified food law?

Yes, as the Act consolidates various food laws.

Who is responsible for implementation & Enforcement of FSSA, 2006? Or Who is the regulatory authority under the Food Act in India?

Food Safety and Standards Authority of India with the help of State Food Authorities are responsible for implementation & enforcement of FSSA, 2006.

What are the priorities of FSSAI?

The priorities of the FSSAI is laying down science based standards for articles of food and to regulate their manufacture, storage, distribution, sale and import, to ensure availability of safe and wholesome food for human Consumption. Its main motive was to maintain the a particular standard of the food quality and to curb the adulteration and substandard quality of food.

What does FSSAI do?

FSSAI has to do the following things:
(i) laying down science based standards for articles of food
(ii) to regulate manufacture, storage, distribution, sale and import of food
(iii) to facilitate food safety.

Which Acts/Orders related to food is repealed in FSSA, 2006? Or What are the major elements of the law?

The following Acts/Orders mentioned in second schedule of the Act are going to be repealed in Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006: 1. Prevention of Food Adulteration Act, 1954 2. Fruit Products Order, 1955
3. Meat Food Products Order, 1973
4. Vegetable Oil Products (Control) Order, 1947
5. Edible Oils Packaging (Regulation) Order, 1998
6. Solvent Extracted Oil, De oiled Meal, and Edible Flour (Control) Order, 1967
7. Milk and Milk Products Order, 1992
8. Any other order under Essential Commodities Act, 1955 relating to food

How does this Act change the way PFA regulates the food? What are the major difference between the new Act & PFA Act?

The critical shifts from PFA to FSSAI are as under: PFA FSSA Multiple Authorities Single Authority Adulteration Safety Inspection / Control Monitoring Surveillance Insufficient Enforcement Full time district Officer, Food Safety Personnel officer under FSC

How consumers are benefited through FSSA?

The representative of the consumer organizations are members of the Food Authorities and Central Advisory Committee. So with the fear of legal actions there is very less chance of food quality being poor amongst the sellers having food safety license. Thus having a Food Business registration gives you a clear advantage to increase the consumer base at a faster rate.The in case of injury of death of consumer there is a provision for compensation to the consumer.

What role Food Authority is currently playing to ensure quality and safe food to the consumers?

The mandate of Food Authority is laying down science based standards for articles of food and to regulate their manufacture, storage, distribution, sale and import, to ensure availability of safe and wholesome food for human consumption. Food Authority is in the process of formulating and finalizing the various regulations/guidelines in terms of provisions under the Act to ensure the quality and safety of food and giving effect to the mandate of the Food Authority.

What is the procedure for changing standards / regulations?

(i) The new regulations / amendments will be made in the FSSAI standards /regulations from time to time and is ongoing process (ii) The regulations / amendments will be placed before the Scientific Panels and Scientific Committee for their opinions / recommendation. (iii) The regulation will be approved by the Food Authority and draft notified after previous approval of Central Government. (iv) The draft notification is also notified to WTO Member Countries for their comments. (v) A time period of normally 60 days is given for information of the persons likely to be affected thereby and sending the comments to the FSSAI. (vi) The comments received on the draft notification are examined by the FSSAI. In case of divergent comments are received on the draft standards / regulations. (vii) The final notification is published in the Gazette of India giving date of effects of its implementation and simultaneously notified to the WTO Member Countries for information & reference.

How New Act will curb increasing food adulteration?

There will be better auditing, Food Safety Management System (FSMS), traceability, recall and other systems in place which will help in curbing food adulterants.

Does FSSAI provide training to food business operators?

FSSAI create awareness about food safety with FBO and will be coordinating training with the help of accredited with agencies / universities.

Whether Food Authority is working toward quality certification of eatables including small restaurants, street hawkers etc?

No, however the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India had supported an initiative taken by industry, State Government and other agencies to develop safety and hygiene standards for eating establishments in Delhi in preparation for the Commonwealth Games 2010.

Are there any microbiological guidelines for food in India?

There are no microbiological guidelines for food in India, however the microbiological standards exists in the FSSAI regulations for foods in India.

What are functional foods, nutraceuticals, & who is the regulatory authority?

The functional food and nutraceuticals are explained in the section 22 of the FSS Act and will be regulated by FSSAI under section 22 of the Act which is available on FSSAI website.

Lot of Foods like Energy drinks, Nutraceuticals, Food Supplements, Functional foods etc. are coming in the market every day. Who is the regulatory authority for these products and what is being done to ensure the quality and safety standards of these products?

The FSSAI is in the process of developing the regulation for Novel Foods, functional foods, food supplements etc. which is under consideration of the Scientific Panel on Functional Foods, Nutraceuticals, Dietetic Products and Other Similar Products of the Food Authority and will further be considered by the Scientific Committee, Food Authority and notified in the Official Gazette after previous approval of the Central Government.

What are GM foods & organic foods & does FSSAI provides regulations for such type of foods?

GM foods means food and food ingredients composed of or containing genetically modified or engineered organisms obtained through modern biotechnology, or food and food ingredients produced from but not containing genetically modified or engineered organisms obtained through modern biotechnology. The GM foods does not come under the purview of FSSAI. “Organic food” means food products that have been produced in accordance with specified organic production standards.

Does packaged & bottled water comes under FSSA, 2006?

Yes

How can I know whether a particular food additive can be used in a food product in India?

The limit for use of particular food additives can be seen in the FSSAI regulation 2010 for food additives which are available on FSSAI website.

What is a food recall & what is its purpose?

“Recall” means action taken to remove a marketed food from distribution, sale and consumption which is unsafe and violate the provisions of the Act and the rules & regulations made there under. The purpose is to prevent, reduce or eliminate a risk arising from food to the consumer.

Where can consumers find information on recalls of food products?

The information on recall of food products may be provided on Food Authority website.

What should consumers do if they have a product that has been recalled?

The consumer should not consume the product and return it to the shopkeeper from where they have purchase the product or return it to the company representative.

How do I complain about food bought from a shop or restaurant?

The consumer should complain to the Food Safety Officer / Designated Officer /DC of the area or Food Safety Commissioner of the State.

Where can one obtain information on food safety?

The information can be obtained from website of the FSSAI

What is the maximum penalty for breach of regulations related to the labeling of food items?

It is upto 10 lakhs.

What is the role of Food Authority vis-a-vis ban on import of milk products from China and what is the current status in the matter? What steps have been taken by the Government to stop melamine contamination?

FSSAI has issued Advisory to the concerned Ministries /Departments for imposing immediate restriction on import of dairy products from China. The DGFT has imposed ban on import of milk and milk products from China upto December, 2011 and until further orders.

What are the online available payment options?

it is through draft, credit card, online banking.

What information do I need to make payment online?

you have to fill up the online form and attach documents.

If I apply online, will I get my license faster than if I apply by mail or in person?

Procedure will remain the same.

Whether there will be a single or different license for the same premises if they are multiple licenses for different product by same FBO?

There will be different license issued under FSSA as requirement of each product is different. So in the same premises if license is being taken for processing of meat, milk & fruits & vegetables, there will be a separate license as these will be done in separate portions & businesses are not connected. However, in case there is fruit & vegetable processing & godown/ store along with it, since these are connected activities, one license is applicable. FAQ on Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS)

What is meant by Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS)?

A Food Safety Management System (FSMS) is a network of interrelated elements that combine to ensure that food does not cause adverse human health effects.

What are the Key Elements of FSMS?

The five basic key elements are: Good Practices/ PRPs Hazard Analysis Management Element / System Statutory and regulatory requirements Communication

Which Section of FSS Act, 2006 describes FSMS?

Section 16(2)(c) provides for the Mechanism for accreditation of certification bodies for Food Safety Management Systems and Section 44 of FSS Act provides for Recognition of organisation or agency for food safety audit and checking compliance with Food Safety Management System required under the Act or the rules and regulation made there under.

What is the Purpose of FSMS?

To ensure the manufacture, storage, distribution and sale of safe food.

Give the name of agencies which have been empanelled by FSSAI for inspection/ auditing of FBOs?”

The list of shortlisted agencies for Inspection/ Auditing of FBOs are as under: 1. M/s. Export Inspection Council of India, Delhi 2. M/s. Indian Register Quality Systems, Mumbai 3. M/s. INDOCERT, Kerala 4. M/s. TUV SUD South Asia, Mumbai 5. M/s. Det Norske Veritas, AS, Mumbai 6. M/s. One Cert Asia Agri Certification Pvt. Ltd., Jaipur 7. M/s. National Productivity Council, Delhi

Who will assign the job to agency. Do agencies have to contact FBO directly?

There are various job as per scope of work. Inspections will be ordered by State/ Central Licensing Authority/ DO. Auditing can also be ordered by respective DOs. However for annual audit/ consultancy, training, FSMS plan etc. have to be handled by agency on the requirement of FBO.

Whether the Food Business Operators are assigned by FSSAI in the place where the Inspection / Certification Body is located or anywhere in India?

Food Safety Commissioner can decide about agencies for their States/areas. FBOs are free to choose as per their requirement.

If more than 1 agency is located at the same place then who will decide which agency will go for the FBO Inspection?

The power lies with the Designated Officer. DO has to decide if he is authorising agency or his FSOs for such inspection.

How many times inspection has to be conducted in a year?

Depends on improvement/ compliance submitted by Agency, DO will decide accordingly. Inspections are to be ordered by DO.

What is FSSAI License?

Food safety registration with FSSAI is necessary for everyone who is doing a food business. Whether a FBO requires a FSSAI License or registration depends upon the factors like capacity of production, handling nature of food business activities and area of operation.

Do I need to apply for a FSSAI Food license, if I am planning to sell some homemade stuff online on a very small scale?

Yes you need to have a FSSAI registration only if your business is on small scale and turnover is between 0-12 lakh.

We have units in multiple states. Which type of FSSAI License should I get?

You need to have a Central FSSAI License.

Does FSSA serve the purpose of a unified food law?

Yes, as the Act consolidates various food laws.

What is fssai registration fee?

LegalDocs provides the best service at affordable prices. Basic registration starts from Rs 3500/-, State License starts from Rs. 10000/- and central license starts from Rs. 17000/-.

How to check fssai license number online?

You can check FSSAI License number online on fssai website.

Who is the regulatory authority under the Food Act in India?

Food Safety and Standards Authority of India(FSSAI) with the help of State Food Authorities are responsible for implementation & enforcement of FSSA, 2006.

What does FSSAI do?

FSSAI has to do the following things:
(i) laying down science based standards for articles of food
(ii) to regulate manufacture, storage, distribution, sale and import of food
(iii) to facilitate food safety.

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