What is the Process to get an FSSAI license in Delhi?

The capital city, Delhi is famous for its food. Whether its high-class restaurant or street food they have a remarkable taste that no one can forget. With taste comes the safety and standard of the food served by them. FSSAI license provides you with that surety of safety and standards. FSSAI license in Delhi is mandatory for all the food-related companies whether they are manufacturers, suppliers, retailers or restaurants and caterers.

In this article, we will discuss how to obtain an FSSAI license in Delhi.

What is FSSAI registration in Delhi?

FSSAI is an apex body that deals with food standards and safety so that it is not hazardous for public health. As proof that the food is FSSAI approved they provide 14 digit registration number or FSSAI license to the FBOs that can be kept in the shops or marked on the company’s products. FSSAI is constituted under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of the government of India.

Food Safety and Standard Authority has made it mandatory for all types of food business operators to obtain FSSAI license before starting their food business in India. Working without an FSSAI license in Delhi can be harmful to the food business operator and his company as he has to face various legal disputes for it.

FSSAI registration is divided into two categories, the first one is basic FSSAI registration and the second one is the FSSAI license category. To obtain any one of them in Delhi, you can contact Swarit advisors at ho@swaritadvisors.com.

Who should obtain FSSAI license in Delhi?

FSSAI license in Delhi is required by following individuals or entities:

• Food manufacturers
• Food storage and packaging units
• Caters
• Hotels
• Raw food material suppliers
• Distributors and transporters of food products
• Retailers
• Exporters and importers
• Wholesale food business operators

Types of FSSAI license in Delhi

As explained there are basically three categories of FSSAI license. They are as follows:

Basic FSSAI registration

FSSAI State License

FSSAI Central License

Basic FSSAI registration is for the food business whose annual turnover is less than Rs. 12 lacs per annum.

FSSAI state license is for the food business whose annual turnover is between Rs. 12 lacs to Rs. 20 crores.

FSSAI central license is for the food business whose annual turnover is Rs. 20 crores or more.

How to get an FSSAI license in Delhi?

You need to follow the following steps to obtain an FSSAI license in Delhi. The other way out is to contact Swarit Advisors and leave it all on them.

Make an application to the licensing authority via the online process for FSSAI registration. Application is made in Form B.

Annex the application with a self-declaration, affidavit and Annexure.

Fill in the time limit for which you need the FSSAI license in Delhi. It is basically granted for 1-5 years. Higher the period of license you choose, higher will be its application fees.

License can be renewed time to time by making an application to the authority.

Steps for obtaining FSSAI license in Delhi with the help of Swarit Advisors

Fill in the form on the website of Swarit advisors i.e. www.swaritadvisors.com. Fill in all the required details.Wait for a callback.Submit all the required documents asked by them. You can scan the documents and mail it at their email id. Obtain your FSSAI license.Conclusion

FSSAI license is a mandatory compliance for all the food business operators in India. It becomes very difficult for the FBO’s to use their precious time in the legal formalities for obtaining FSSAI license in Delhi. You can leave it all upon Swarit Advisors and sit back relax and wait for your FSSAI license. To obtain your FSSAI license now, contact Swarit advisors at +91-9821399320.

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