“How to check FSSAI Application Status?” And Different types of FSSAI Application Status

Introduction

Food safety and standards are regulated in India by the FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India). It is in charge of regulating food firms, and food manufacturers in order to assure safe food handling methods and high-quality, safe-to-eat food. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) was founded in 2006 under the Food Safety and Standards Act.

FSSAI registration is required for all Food Business Operators (FBOs) in India. FSSAI issues FBOs a Registration/License that includes a logo and a 14-digit food license number that they must print on their food items or display on their production or restaurant premises. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) Registration/License verifies that the food products are safe to eat.

Functions of FSSAI in India

• The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) was established to enhance food safety. It has established some criteria for the manufacture, storage, distribution, sale, and import of food commodities for this purpose. All of these standards have been thoroughly investigated and are backed up by scientific evidence.

• FSSAI was created with the goal of ensuring that food is free of contaminants and safe to eat.

• FSSAI also oversees the development and execution of numerous food safety regulations, which are necessary in all processes, including manufacturing, production, transportation, packaging or repackaging, shipping, and retailing.

• According to the Food Safety and Security Act of 2006, the FSSAI is responsible for controlling and framing the system that monitors the FBO. It establishes criteria for food testing in India, as well as a standardized methodology that laboratories must follow.

Information includes in FSSAI Application Status

• License Category

• Type of Application

• Address of a Company

• Date of Application

• Last Updated Date

• Status of Application

• District Name

How to check FSSAI Application Status / FoSCoS Application Status?

Following are the ways to check/track the progress of your FSSAI application after it has been submitted:

• Login to FoSCoS Website.

• The ‘Track Application’ tab is the first tab on the website.

• Enter the 17-digit application reference number provided when the FSSAI Registration/License application form is submitted under the ‘Track Application’ page.

• Click the ‘Submit’ button after entering the captcha code.

Different types of FSSAI Application Status

The FSSAI Registration/License application status will be determined by the application’s stage. Following are the FSSAI Application stages in the FoSCoS Application Status:

• The procedure not yet Started

The FSSAI application status indicates as ‘Procedure yet to be started’ when the applicant submits the FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) application but the process for issuing the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) Registration/License has not yet started by the respective authorities.

• FSSAI Application Reverted

When the FSSAI application status reads ‘Application reverted,’ it signifies that the relevant authority has processed the application and returned it to the applicant for any necessary changes or clarifications.

To avoid rejection, the applicant must answer within 30 days after receiving the application. As a result, applicants must periodically check their application status to determine whether it has been reverted and react to any clarifications or modifications in a timely manner.

An email will be sent to the applicant requesting any changes or clarifications to the application. To make the necessary changes or give clarification, they must log in using their application reference number or email address.

• FSSAI Application Rejected

The appropriate authorities have denied the FSSAI Registration/License application when the status is ‘Application rejected.’ When applicants do not give necessary information within 30 days of the application being reversed, the FSSAI Registration/License application will be rejected.

• FSSAI Application Inspection

When the application status is ‘Inspection,’ the application has been handled by the appropriate authorities, and the food premises or company will be inspected soon. The relevant authority will appoint an official to inspect the applicant’s food business facilities and determine if they comply with FSSAI cleanliness and safety rules.

• FSSAI Registration/License Certificate is Issued

The FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) has issued the FSSAI Registration/License certificate when the application status is ‘Registration certificate issued.’ By logging into the FoSCoS website, applicants can download the certificate.

The FSSAI Registration/License certificate is issued once the appropriate authorities determine that all of the applicant’s information meets the FSSAI norms and criteria.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is FSSAI Reference Number?

Once you will apply for an FSSAI Registration / License at that time a 14 digit number is allotted, and once the FSSAI Registration is complete a 17 digit number is given to the applicant for tracking FSSAI Application Status on the FoSCoS Portal.

2. Is FSSAI and FoSCoS is same?

On June 1, 2020, the Food Safety Compliance System (“FoSCoS”) was launched, replacing the FLRS’s (Food Licensing and Registration System) existing online registration system. FoSCoS is currently available in Puducherry, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Goa, Odisha, Ladakh, Chandigarh, Manipur, and Delhi according to the FSSAI. Users from these States or UTs (Union Territories) must now go to the FoSCoS FSSAI website and log in using their old FSSAI user ID and password.

3. What are the different stages at the time of tracking FSSAI Applications?

• Process yet to be started

• Application Revert to FBO (Food Business Operator)

• FSSAI Application Rejected

• Inspection of FSSAI Application

• FSSAI Registration Certificate Issued

4. What is the validity of FSSAI License / Registration Certificate?

The validity of an FSSAI registration is determined by the registration’s applicability. As a result, it varies depending on the circumstances. The licence from the FSSAI is valid for one to five years. Before the licence expires in 180 days, the FBOs should renew it. If an FBO requests for renewal after the FSSAI licence has expired, a late fee of Rs.100 per day is levied.

Conclusion

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is the governing and regulatory agency in charge of ensuring the safety of food goods supplied to consumers on time. The food company operators must examine the status of their FSSAI application. To Keep a track on FSSAI Application, a 17 digit number is provided through which an applicant can login to the FoSCoS website and check the FSSAI Application Status.