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State Food License to Your Food Business Compliance

Getting a State Food License is an important step for food business operators (FBOs) in India to be FSSAI-compliant. It is compulsory for medium-scale food businesses and has many advantages, such as increased credibility and consumer confidence.​

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.​

Eligibility Criteria

In order to get a State Food License, your business must:​

  • Have an annual turnover of ₹12 lakhs to ₹20 crores.
  • Work within a single state.
  • Engage in food manufacturing, processing, or distribution operations.​

Whereas FSSAI Registration for businesses with turnover less than ₹12 lakhs is adequate, larger establishments having a turnover that is more than ₹20 crores or who work across many states need to have a Central Food License.​

Benefits of Having a State Food License

  • Have an annual turnover of ₹12 lakhs to ₹20 crores.
  • Consumer Confidence: Gives customers peace of mind with regards to quality and safety of your foodstuffs.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Prevents punishment and legal battles over operating unlicensed.​
  • Business Advantage: Grants a business advantage in the food sector​
Application Process

The State Food License acquisition process entails:​

  • Document Preparation: Collect required documents like Form B, identity proof, business address, categories of food, and information about equipment and machinery.
  • Online Application: Fill in the application on the FSSAI's Food Safety Compliance System (FoSCoS) portal.
  • Inspection: Inspections may be carried out on site in certain instances.​
  • License Issuance: Once approved, the State Food License is granted, enabling you to run your food business legally .​

Why Choose Shine Legal India

Shine Legal India provides an expert service for acquiring your state food license. Our team of specialists facilitates an efficient application process, guiding you through the intricacies of food safety legislation with ease. Leave the formalities to us while we let you concentrate on developing your business.

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