mandatory for all food-related businesses
license issued by the fssai (food safety and standards authority of india)
validates food safety & hygiene compliance
license number must be printed on food packages
FSSAI Registration is a mandatory license for all food business operators in India, ensuring food safety and hygiene standards. It helps build consumer trust, ensures regulatory compliance, and is issued by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).
fssai registration is mandatory for anyone involved in the food business in india — from manufacturers and processors to transporters and retailers. it ensures that food is safe and meets hygiene standards, and is regulated by the food safety and standards authority of india.
passport-sized photo of applicant
address proof
identity proof
business registration certificate
fbo (food business operator) declaration form
details of food products
builds customer trust
ensures legal compliance
improves food quality and standards
helpful for business expansion and government tenders
Any individual or business involved in food manufacturing, processing, packaging, distribution, or sale needs FSSAI registration or license.
There are three types:
Basic Registration (turnover < ₹12 lakh)
State License (₹12 lakh – ₹20 crore)
Central License (turnover > ₹20 crore or operating in multiple states)
It is valid for 1 to 5 years, depending on the choice made during registration.