What is FSSAI State (Manufacturing)?
Food manufacturers and processors need a manufacturing category licence. Eligibility is based on production capacity, such as up to 2 MT per day for most food products, in addition to turnover.
The application needs additional technical documents, including the list of equipment and a water analysis report.
Who Needs FSSAI State (Manufacturing)?
- Food processing and packaging units
- Dairy, oil, flour and spice units
- Bakery and confectionery manufacturers
Advantages of FSSAI State (Manufacturing)
Legal production
Manufacture and supply packaged food.
B2B supply
Required by distributors and retailers.
Documents Required for FSSAI State (Manufacturing)
Unit
- Photo ID of the proprietor / partners / directors
- Proof of possession of premises (rent agreement or ownership proof)
- List of food products to be handled
- Layout plan of the processing unit
- List of machinery and equipment
- Water analysis report from a recognised lab
- Food safety management plan
- Source of raw material
We share an exact checklist for your case after the consultation. Scanned copies or clear phone photos are fine.
How We Get It Done
- 1Capacity review
We confirm state vs central eligibility.
- 2Documentation
Technical documents prepared.
- 3Filing & inspection
Form B filed; inspection handled.
- 4Licence
Licence issued.
Estimated timeline30–60 working days
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, for manufacturing units where water is used as an ingredient or for cleaning.