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Who Can Apply for FSSAI Modification?
As per the latest Notice issued from FSSAI FoSCoS authority, only selected categories of FBOs can now apply for a Modification. They are namely:
  • Any Registered Food Business Operator
  • Food Manufacturers
  • Food Processing units
  • Food Repackers
  • Food Re-labellers
  • Food Distributors
How We Work?
  1. Fill-up the Form & make the Payment
  2. Get the call from FSSAI FoSCoS Expert Panel
  3. Upload the Documents and Declaration as requested
  4. Experts will take your Approval for the FSSAI Modification process
  5. We will Draft your FSSAI Modification Application

  6. Get your modified FSSAI Food License

Required Documents for FSSAI Modification
  • Resubmission of all the Documents submitted at the time of FSSAI License Application
  • A statement notifying the Changes for which the Modification request has been filed
  • Proper Evidence of Change in the Food Business
Points to be Remembered
  • The concerned FBO can select a single Modification Category at a time in the FSSAI Modification process, as regulated by the Food Licensing authority
  • Food Manufacturers/Processors who have already obtained a Food License but in a wrong category, are required to get their License Modified
  • For adding a new business, change of business address, change in contact details, or change in the product category – an FBO is requisite to file for FSSAI License Modification
  • The FSSAI Designated Officer (D.O.) is responsible to scrutinize the Modification Application and the D.O. may seek any clarification from the FBO. The query is needed to be responded within the next 30 days
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When do I need to apply for FSSAI license modification?
If there is any change from the furnished information contained in the valid existing FSSAI Food License, an FBO shall apply for a Modification of a Food License.
What is the process for the modification of the FSSAI license?
The applicant FBO will have to apply for a Modification of the FSSAI FoSCoS License following the regulations of the FSSAI authority. A designated officer (DO) scrutinizes the application in the later process.
For opening a new branch of the same FBO, is it mandatory to modify the license?
FSSAI license is registered on the basis of the business premises only. So in case of opening of a new food corner, an individual has to obtain a new food license. FSSAI modification is not applicable here.
What if my modification application gets cancelled by the licensing authority?
If any FBO’s Modification Application is rejected by the Authority, the particular FBO is needed to stop their business operation till the Modification part gets completed.
For launching a new food product in the licensed FBO, is it necessary to apply for modification?
Yes. FSSAI License Modification is needed to be executed in case of launching a new food product or service in any licensed FBO
Do I need to get Basic FSSAI registration or State or Central license?

FSSAI registration depends on the turnover and the type of business. Usually, if your annual turnover is below Rs 12 lakhs, then you need to acquire Basic Fssai Registration. Else, you need State or Central license.

What is the validity of my FSSAI Registration/license?

The validity of FSSAI registration varies from 1 to 5 years. A person needs to apply for FSSAI renewal accordingly.

I am a Food Caterer operating in a railway stations. Do, I require FSSAI State license?

All the Food Caterers operating at the government establishments such as railway stations and airports require FSSAI Central License.

What are the criteria for FSSAI Central license for the transporters of the food products?

Vendors with a turnover less than 30 crore and owning up to 100 wagons, require FSSAI State License. Those with turnover more than 30 crore and owning more than 100 wagons require FSSAI Central License.

Under what circumstances they can suspend the license?

If a food service operator fails to abide by an improvement notice, his license may be canceled.

Under what circumstances can they do cancel the license?

If a food business operator fails to comply with the improvement notice, authority can cancel the license after giving the licensee an opportunity to show cause.

In what circumstances application will be rejected?

If the required information is not provided within the stipulated time of 30 days, Licensing Officer can reject the application

What is a food recall and what is its purpose?

“Recall” means action taken by the Food Service Provider to withdraw any food item from market, which is not complying Section 28 of FSS Act, 2006.

Which license is required by a FBO to run a business in more than two states?

A Food Business Operator operating in more than two States has to acquire Central License for its registered Office and separate license for each units depending upon the turnover from the concerned State/ Central Licensing Authority.

Who will issue license to food business operators under railways premises?

FSSAI license for food under Railways premises are issued by the Railways Designated Officers.

Who will issue license to food business operators under Airport/Seaport premises?

FSSAI license for food under Airport/Seaport premises are issued by APHO/PHO.

Do medical stores need to get a license if they are selling dietary foods and Neutraceuticals?

All Food Service Operators including medical stores have to acquire FSSAI License.

What is the validity period of License?

According to Regulation 2.1.7 (1) of FSS Regulations 2011, a license shall be valid for a period of 1 to 5 years as chosen by the Food Business Operator. The validity will start from the date of issue of license.

What are the labeling requirements of Imported Food Items?

Labeling requirements of Imported Food Items are mentioned under Food Safety and Standards (Packaging and Labeling) Regulations, 2011, Food Safety and Standards (Import) Regulations, 2017, other FSS Regulations and other labeling requirements are mentioned in various guidelines issued by FSSAI from time to time and all of them are available on FSSAI website.

In which language, labeling particulars need to be declared?

English or Hindi in Devnagari script

What is Balance Shelf life?

Balance shelf-life is the period between the date of import and “Best Before” or “Date of expiry”.

What is Shelf life?

“Shelf life” is the period between the date of manufacture and the “Best Before” or “Date of expiry” as printed on the label.