What we do
Our work in this practice group is structured around the records, deadlines, and decisions involved:
- Statutory compliance under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 preventing penalties and business shutdown.
- Mandatory legal prerequisite for onboarding on food delivery aggregators (Zomato, Swiggy, Blinkit, Zepto).
- Prominent display of the 14-digit FSSAI logo and license number builds strong consumer trust and brand credibility.
- Smooth clearance for international food product imports and exports through customs authorities.
- Structured food hygiene and safety protocols minimize contamination risks and consumer liabilities.
- Professional representation before Food Safety Officers (FSO) during statutory premises inspections.
How the engagement works
Under Section 31 of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, no person shall commence or carry on any food business without a valid license or registration. Operating without a license is punishable under Section 63 with imprisonment up to 6 months and a fine up to ₹5,00,000. Under Section 58, failure to comply with food safety improvement notices attracts fines up to ₹2,00,000.
Scenario 1: An entrepreneur opening a cloud kitchen, bakery, cafe, restaurant, or quick-service restaurant (QSR) in Pune or Maharashtra.
Scenario 2: A food packaging, edible oil processing, confectionery, or beverage manufacturing facility setting up operations.
Scenario 3: An e-commerce marketplace or distributor onboarding packaged food brands requiring FSSAI verification.
Scenario 4: An existing food business expanding operations across multiple states requiring conversion to an FSSAI Central License.
Scenario 5: A food business operator receiving an inspection notice or Form D-1 annual return compliance inquiry from FSSAI.
Tier & Capacity Classification
We examine your business model, installed daily capacity (MT/liters), annual turnover, and determine the exact license tier (Basic, State, or Central).
Technical Documentation & Kitchen Layout
We prepare the required premise blueprint, equipment lists, water testing lab reports, and Food Safety Management System (FSMS) plan.
FoSCoS Portal Application Filing
We submit the complete digital application in Form A or Form B on the FoSCoS portal with proper product categorization.
General questions
01What is the difference between FSSAI Registration and an FSSAI License?
FSSAI Basic Registration is for petty food business operators with annual turnover up to ₹12 Lakhs. FSSAI State License applies to businesses with turnover between ₹12 Lakhs and ₹20 Crores. FSSAI Central License applies to businesses with turnover exceeding ₹20 Crores or those operating across multiple states/importing food.
02What is the validity period of an FSSAI license?
An FSSAI License or Registration can be taken for a period of 1 to 5 years, according to the choice of the food business operator, and must be renewed 30 days prior to expiry.
03Is an FSSAI license required for home-based bakers or cloud kitchens?
Yes. Even small home bakers and cloud kitchens must obtain at least an FSSAI Basic Registration before selling food commercially or listing on Swiggy and Zomato.
04What is the penalty for operating a food business without an FSSAI license?
Under Section 63 of the FSS Act, 2006, operating without a valid license is punishable with imprisonment up to 6 months and a statutory fine up to ₹5,00,000.