Import of Food Products

[Amar Kumar]

Dear Members,

I want to know what is Permit License and how to obtain permit license for Import of Food products in India. Whether it is similar to PQ Registration or something else.

Thanks.

[YAGAY and SUN]

Also comply with FSSAI guideline in this regard.

[Kishan Barai]

For importing food products and selling it domestically, you will need FSSAI Certification. There is perfect article given in https://www.indiafilings.com/learn/how-to-import-food-products-into-india/

[Raghunandhaanan rvi]

Mr. Amar Kumar

You need to obtain FSSAI Licence [Central] from FSSAI for import of Food products into India

This licence is issued specifically for import of food item for storage and sale

Thanks

AI Summary

FSSAI licence requirement mandatory for importing food products for domestic sale; comply with FSSAI guidelines.
Importers of food products intended for storage and domestic sale must obtain an FSSAI Licence (Central) or FSSAI Certification issued by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India and comply with applicable FSSAI guidelines and procedural requirements for import clearance and market entry.