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FSSAI Registration & Food Safety License for Vegetables Dealers.
YAGAY andSUN By: YAGAY andSUN
May 15, 2025
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FSSAI Registration & Food Safety License for Vegetables Dealers.

If you are a vegetable dealer in India, you are required to obtain an FSSAI registration or license under the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). This ensures compliance with food safety regulations and builds trust with consumers.

Who Needs It?

Anyone involved in:

  • Wholesale or retail selling of vegetables
  • Storing, distributing, or transporting vegetables
  • Importing/exporting vegetables

🛡️ Types of FSSAI Registration/Licenses

Type

Turnover Criteria

Applicability

Basic Registration

Up to ₹12 lakh/year

Small retailers or vendors

State License

₹12 lakh–₹20 crore/year

Medium-sized businesses

Central License

Above ₹20 crore/year or interstate trade

Large businesses/exporters/importers

📋 Documents Required

For Basic Registration:

  • Passport-size photo
  • Government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)
  • Business address proof

For State/Central License (in addition to above):

  • Proof of business constitution (e.g., partnership deed, incorporation certificate)
  • List of food items to be dealt with
  • Food safety management plan
  • NOC from local municipality or health department
  • Rental agreement or property papers

🛠️ How to Apply

  1. Visit the FSSAI FoSCoS portal
  2. Register/Login to your account
  3. Fill in the application form (Form A for Basic, Form B for State/Central)
  4. Upload required documents
  5. Pay the fee
  6. Track application status online

📌 Time to get approval:

  • Basic: ~7 days
  • License (State/Central): ~30 days (with possible inspection)

💰 Fee Structure (Approximate)

License Type

Fee (per year)

Basic

₹100

State

₹2,000 – ₹5,000

Central

₹7,500

⚠️ Penalties for Non-Compliance

  • Operating without an FSSAI license can attract penalties up to ₹5 lakh and imprisonment depending on the offense.

Website Link: https://fssaiindia.in/fssai-food-safety-license-registration-for/vegetables-dealers/

 

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By: YAGAY andSUN - May 15, 2025

 

 

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