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FSSAI Product Approval Services πŸ‘‡


🧾 FSSAI Product Approval Services

(For New, Proprietary, or Imported Food Products)


πŸ“˜ What is FSSAI Product Approval?

FSSAI Product Approval is a mandatory authorization process by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) for food products that:

  • Do not fall under the standard food categories defined by FSSAI, or

  • Contain new ingredients, additives, or formulations, or

  • Are imported products not yet approved for sale in India.

It ensures that all food products in the Indian market are safe, tested, and compliant with the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.


🎯 Who Needs FSSAI Product Approval?

You must obtain Product Approval if you are:

βœ… Manufacturer or importer of proprietary / novel food products
βœ… Launching a new food category or formulation not covered by existing standards
βœ… Introducing functional foods, nutraceuticals, or dietary supplements
βœ… Importing products for the first time in India
βœ… Adding non-specified ingredients or additives to a food product


🍱 Examples of Products Requiring Approval

  • Energy drinks or fortified beverages

  • Nutraceutical or dietary supplements

  • Herbal or ayurvedic foods

  • Infant foods or medical nutrition

  • Imported packaged snacks not listed in FSSAI standards


🧾 Documents Required for Product Approval

  1. Form I – Application for product approval

  2. Covering letter on company letterhead

  3. FSSAI Central License copy

  4. Product label and artwork

  5. Product composition and ingredient list

  6. Manufacturing process flow chart

  7. Safety data of each ingredient

  8. Certificate of analysis from NABL/FSSAI-accredited lab

  9. Packaging and shelf-life study report

  10. NOC from State FDA (if applicable)


πŸ“ Step-by-Step Product Approval Process

  1. Determine Eligibility – Check if product falls under β€œnon-standard” category.

  2. Document Preparation – Prepare formulation, label, safety data, and testing reports.

  3. Online Application – Submit through the FSSAI FoSCoS Portal or the FSSAI Product Approval System (FPAS).

  4. Technical Evaluation – FSSAI reviews ingredients, composition, and safety data.

  5. Laboratory Testing – Product samples may be tested by FSSAI-approved labs.

  6. Approval / Query / Clarification – Respond to FSSAI queries if raised.

  7. Grant of Product Approval – FSSAI issues approval letter with a unique Product Approval Number.


⏳ Timeline

πŸ•’ Processing Time: 60–90 working days (approx.)
πŸ’° Government Fees: β‚Ή25,000 per product (as per FSSAI norms)
🧾 Professional Fees: Depends on product complexity and testing requirements


πŸ’‘ Benefits of FSSAI Product Approval

βœ… Legal authorization to manufacture or import new products
βœ… Builds consumer trust and brand credibility
βœ… Enables product launch across India
βœ… Ensures food safety and quality compliance
βœ… Helps in export and global market access


πŸ’Ό Our FSSAI Product Approval Services Include

  • Product eligibility & classification analysis

  • Ingredient and formulation review

  • Document and safety data preparation

  • Application filing on FPAS / FoSCoS portal

  • Coordination with FSSAI for clarifications

  • Lab testing and report assistance

  • End-to-end product approval management


πŸ“ž Contact for Assistance

SAI KUMAR VARALA & CO
βœ… FSSAI Product Approval | Proprietary Food Compliance | Import Product Registration | FoSCoS Application Filing
πŸ“± Mobile: 7337500748
πŸ“§ Email: saivarala33@gmail.com

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