FSSAI is a license mandated by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India before starting any food business in accordance with the procedure laid down in Food Safety & Standards Act, 2006.
All the manufacturers, traders, restaurants who are involved in food business must obtain a 14-digit registration or a license number which must be printed on food packages.
This step is taken by government so as to ensure that food products undergo certain quality checks thereby reducing the instances of adulteration, substandard products and improve accountability of manufacturers.
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FSSAI Registration Mandatory for Food Businesses Under Food Safety & Standards Act 2006 to Ensure Quality and Accountability. FSSAI registration is required by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India for any food business, as per the Food Safety & Standards Act, 2006. This involves obtaining a 14-digit registration or license number, which must be displayed on food packages. This regulation is intended to ensure food quality, reduce adulteration, and enhance manufacturer accountability. A response in the forum confirmed the accuracy of this information. (AI Summary)