A consultation paper has been released by FSSAI to explain the proposed changes in the method of licensing and the related aspects.
At present system followed for licensing is – An applicant selects the food category system then inputs the food product he proposes to manufacture in a text box. The Licensing authority while processing the application checks if the declared product belongs to the stated category and standardised as per the Food Safety and Standard Regulation (FSSR).
However, the proposal is to change the methodology of applying for the license. Now the applicant will have to simply select the food category system up to 2 levels. Once 2 levels of food category are selected, a menu of standardised products listing shall be displayed from which the applicant can select the standardised products. For a clear view of understanding with examples please refer to the link provided.
Stakeholders are requested for feedback by FSSAI. Any suggestions can be sent to ed-office@gov.in by 06.01.2020
