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Central Food License Registration—FSSAI Compliance Made Easy with Shine Legal India

A Central Food License, issued by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), is essential for large-scale food businesses that operate across multiple states or are involved in import and export. It ensures that food business operators (FBOs) comply with the highest standards of food safety and hygiene as mandated by Indian law.

What Is a State Food License?

A State Food License is granted under the Food Safety and Standards (Licensing and Registration of Food Business) Regulations, 2011. It must be obtained by food businesses that have an annual turnover of between ₹12 lakhs and ₹20 crores. These include manufacturers, processors, repackers, and food service providers dealing within a single state.​

Who Needs a Central Food License?

You must obtain a Central Food License if your business fits into any of the following categories:

  • Operating in more than one state
  • Annual turnover exceeding ₹20 crore
  • Importers and exporters of food products
  • Dairy units handling over 50,000 liters of milk per day
  • Meat processing units handling more than 500 kg of meat per day​
  • Oil processing units with over 2 metric tons capacity per day
  • Food catering services at central government facilities (railways, airports, seaports)
  • 5-star and above rated hotels​
Documents Required for Central FSSAI License:
  • Duly completed and signed Form B
  • Plant layout and processing unit blueprint
  • List of directors/partners with IDs
  • Proof of business premises (e.g., rent agreement or ownership papers) ​
  • Food Safety Management System plan ​
  • List of products manufactured/processed ​
  • IEC code for import/export businesses ​
  • Water analysis report (if applicable) ​
  • No Objection Certificate (NOC) from local authorities ​
Benefits of a Central Food License:
  • Nationwide legal compliance and credibility
  • Increased consumer trust and brand reputation
  • Easier business expansion across India and globally
  • Eligibility for government tenders and investor funding ​
Why Choose Shine Legal India?

At Shine Legal India, we make the Central Food License registration process simple and hassle-free. Our experienced team helps you with:

  • Eligibility check and consultation
  • Preparing and organizing documents
  • Filing the application and monitoring progress
  • Ensuring quick approvals with end-to-end support ​

Let Shine Legal India handle your food license needs while you focus on growing your business. Contact us today to get started!

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