Getting an FSSAI licence in Punjab is more
beneficial than not, and here is why
The Government has made it mandatory for any Food Business Operator to register through the
FSSAI and receive a Food Licence if they are planning on conducting their operations in India.
Not only do they have to apply for a licence but also meet the requirements for getting one, and
keeping up with the additional requirements. The FSSAI makes it a point to keep having regular
inspections to meet these requirements, all mainly for the sake of the consumers of these
products.
Who are Food Business Operators?
Food business operators (FBO) comprise of any private or public undertaking, working for profit
or not, carrying out multiple activities relating to different stages of manufacture, processing,
packaging, storage, transportation, distribution of food, imports, including food services, sale of
food, or food ingredients. They have a multitude of roles and responsibilities toward achieving
food safety in their business.
What are the benefits of the FSSAI Registration Certificate
- Consumer awareness -
While there are many companies and FBOs out there, only a few of them who have got some
recognition. The FSSAI creates awareness about the companies they work with, allowing others
to know about them.
- FSSAI logo benefit-
Consumers who see the FSSAI logo on a product know that they can immediately trust the
product since a semi Government agency has vetted the product on their behalf. Additionally, the
FSSAI conducts inspections making sure the product is safe for consumption.
- Business expansion-
Allowing businesses to expand through the type of licences they apply for comes with working
with the FSSAI.
- Legal edge-
After meeting all the requirements of the FSSAI and receiving the licence number, companies are
backed by the pan India autonomous body in terms of achieving an edge when it comes to the
law.
- Improved customer base-
Since more customers are likely to hear about the product now that it has a licence, it would also
connect brands and other registered establishments which is great for business.
- Business Image-
Businesses that have a registration look more professional than those that do not.
- Online sell your food products-
It allows companies to carry out their work openly since they meet the requirements and have
registered, without worrying about getting caught.
What is the procedure for the renewal of an FSSAI license?
- To renew the FSSAI license the application for the license renewal should be made on FORM B
to the concerned central licensing authority or the state FSSAI Licensing authority, based on the
eligibility criteria for the food business.
- A self-attested declaration in the specified format has to be attached to the application. This
document should declare that the establishment conforms or will conform to the regulations and
by-Laws, and shall follow the guidelines on hygiene and sanitary practices to the Food Safety and
Standards Act, along with the requisite documents and requisite license fee.
- The Authorities for FSSAI License renewal will inspect the food business.
- The establishment should complete its FSSAI License renewal in 60 days. If all documents
have been submitted and the FSSAI License has not been renewed in 60 days, or the applicant
has not received any intimation in this regard, they may commence his food business without
waiting for further communication.
