FSSAI
Ensuring Safe and Nutritious Food for Every Plate
Challenges Faced by Industries:
- Complex Process: The certification process involves multiple steps and can be intricate.
- Documentation: Requires thorough and accurate documentation of food safety practices and measures.
- Cost: Includes expenses for testing, certification fees, and potential facility upgrades.
- Time-Consuming: The process may take several months to complete, depending on the complexity of your operations.
- Ongoing Compliance: Necessitates continuous adherence to updated food safety standards and practices.
Benefits
- Consumer Trust: Builds confidence among consumers regarding the safety and quality of your food products.
- Market Access: Facilitates entry into the Indian market and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Brand Reputation: Enhances your brand’s credibility and reputation in the food industry.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensures adherence to Indian food safety laws and standards.
- Competitive Advantage: Differentiates your products from non-certified competitors.
- Improved Quality Control: Promotes better manufacturing practices and quality assurance.
Certification Steps
- Eligibility Check: Ensure your business meets the eligibility criteria for FSSAI certification.
- Application Submission: Submit the online application form on the FSSAI portal, providing details about your business and products.
- Document Preparation: Prepare necessary documentation, including business registration, manufacturing processes, and safety protocols.
- Inspection: Undergo a thorough inspection by FSSAI officials to verify compliance with food safety standards.
- Testing: Have your products tested at FSSAI-approved laboratories to ensure they meet the required safety standards.
- Review and Approval: FSSAI reviews the application, inspection reports, and test results to determine compliance.
- Certification Issuance: Receive FSSAI certification if all requirements are met, allowing you to legally manufacture and sell your food products in India.
- Labeling: Ensure proper labeling of your products with the FSSAI license number and other required information.
- Compliance Monitoring: Maintain ongoing compliance with FSSAI standards and prepare for periodic inspections.
- Renewal: Renew your FSSAI certification as required to ensure continued compliance and market access.