{"id":45427,"date":"2021-01-29T14:56:25","date_gmt":"2021-01-29T09:26:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/?p=45427"},"modified":"2021-01-29T14:56:30","modified_gmt":"2021-01-29T09:26:30","slug":"license-for-homemade-food-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/license-for-homemade-food-business\/","title":{"rendered":"License Requirement for a Homemade Food Business"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">If you have any liking for cooking, then consider starting a homemade food selling business. You may sell your food through food aggregating apps such as Zomato or a swiggy. However, do not forget to get the License before you commence the homemade food business. In this article, we will provide you with every piece of information on the license requirement for this business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Homemade Food Business: Introduction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Indian government gave its permission to join all the laws relating to food and establish the <strong>Food Safety and Standards Authority of India<\/strong><sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fssai.gov.in\/\"><strong>[1]<\/strong><\/a><\/sup>. FSSAI makes standard based on science for the food items and regulates the manufacturing, storage, distribution, sale, and import to ensure safe food for human consumption. FSSAI license is crucial for starting any food related business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When commencing a business of homemade food, make sure you get the license and certification because selling food items from your home is treated on equal levels to selling food in a restaurant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, it&rsquo;s very important that you follow the rules and regulations of the health department; therefore, before commencing your business, contact the local health department for information on regulations, certifications, licenses, and insurance. The local health department inspects the area, which will be used as a kitchen for preparing homemade food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the essential food standards codes that you must comply with for homemade food business?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Homemade businesses are required to comply with the following parts of food standards codes:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Standard 3.2.2- Food Safety Practices and General Requirements;<\/li><li>Standard 3.2.3- Food Premises and Equipment;<\/li><li>Part 1.2- Labeling and other Information requirements.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The food safety officers are required to inspect the home businesses in order to check if these requirements are being met.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Licenses required for starting a homemade food business<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>The licenses\/permissions needed for starting a homemade food selling business are as follows (it may be noted that it can differ from state to state):<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"921\" height=\"514\" src=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/image001-61.png\" alt=\"Licenses required for starting a homemade food business\" class=\"wp-image-45429\" srcset=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/image001-61.png 921w, https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/image001-61-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/image001-61-768x429.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 921px) 100vw, 921px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>FSSAI License for homemade food business<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>FSSAI is the ultimate food authority that grants FSSAI Registration\/License. This license is required for food business from home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Health Trade License<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This license allows the business to trade in any items or services that directly impact public health. It can be obtained from the municipal corporation or the health department of the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Shops and Establishment<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A food business is required to enroll under this Act of the State where it has established its business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Liquor License<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In case the business mulls serving liquor within its premises, it has to apply for a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/liquor-license-in-india\/\">liquor license<\/a><\/strong>. It can be obtained from the Local Excise Commissioner. They provide this to those wishing to serve liquor.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Eating House License<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It is required for businesses where any sort of food or drink is served to the public.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Environmental Clearance<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This may be taken from the State or from City Pollution Board. Environmental clearance is provided once the authority estimates the impact of the business on the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Signage License<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This allows a food business to promote itself by inserting any words, signs, or pictures. You may apply to the local municipal body for this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>NOC from Society<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You would also be required to get Society&rsquo;s NOC (No-Objection Certificate).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Procedure for registration under food (FSSAI) license for Homemade Food Business<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>The following steps are to be followed to obtain the license for Homemade Food Selling Business:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"986\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/image003-10.png\" alt=\"Procedure for registration under food (FSSAI) license for Homemade Food Business\" class=\"wp-image-45430\" srcset=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/image003-10.png 986w, https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/image003-10-300x198.png 300w, https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/image003-10-768x506.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 986px) 100vw, 986px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Fill Application<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step involves filling an application form. You may be required to fill either application Form A or B depending upon your business turnover. Currently there are three types of FSSAI license- FSSAI Basic Registration, FSSAI State License, and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/fssai-central-license\/\">FSSAI Central license<\/a><\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fill <strong>Form-A<\/strong> if your business turnover is below 12 lakh rupees per annum and fill <strong>Form B<\/strong> in case your business turnover is between 12 lakh to 20 crore rupees or above 20 crore rupees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Documents Submission<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>After you fill the form, you are required to email the required documents. The following documents are required for Homemade food selling:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol type=\"a\"><li>2 passport sized photos;<\/li><li>PAN card of FBO owner\/proprietor\/partner\/director;<\/li><li>Possession proof of the premises;<\/li><li>Utility bills or rent agreement if the <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Property&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Property refers to the legal designation of ownership over valuable items or assets held by an individual or a business. This ownership grants the holder certain legal rights to use, consume,(...)&lt;\/div&gt;\"  href=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/terms\/property\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'>property<\/a> is on rent;<\/li><li>Partnership Deed;<\/li><li>Declaration form;<\/li><li>Authority letter;<\/li><li>Form IX;<\/li><li>COI or AOA in case of a company;<\/li><li>List of food items<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Issuance of FSSAI License<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You will receive a mail of the license which shall act as a food license online after regular follow ups with the food safety department. It may take 2-4 days for the license and certificate to be delivered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-left\"><b>Read our article<\/b>:<mark style=\"background: #fffd03 !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/petty-food-businesses\/\">FSSAI Registration of Petty Food Businesses<\/a><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Validity period of Food license for Homemade Food Business<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It may be noted that an <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/fssai-registration\">FSSAI license<\/a><\/strong> is valid for a period from 1 to 5 years. As per FSSAI rules, a homemade food selling operator can apply for the renewal of the same in 30 days before its expiry. Any such application filed after the expiry, a late fee of 100 rupees shall be levied for each day of delay. Therefore check if your license is valid and renew it if required well before time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Things to know for online Homemade Food selling Business<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep the following points in mind:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Before you commence this business, make a <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Market&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;A market is a structured environment, either physical or virtual, where buyers and sellers convene to trade goods and services. This trading hub operates based on the principles of supply and(...)&lt;\/div&gt;\"  href=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/terms\/market\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'>market<\/a> analysis to know what to make and how to sell. Look how you can make a mark in this business.<\/li><li>Come up with a brand conscious packaging and labelling system that differentiates you from your competitors.<\/li><li>If you seek to expand your business, obtain GST registration as you may cross the taxation threshold.&nbsp;<\/li><li>For once, contact your local health department to be informed about legal requirements.<\/li><li>Decide if you wish to join in with other e-commerce food platforms for delivering your food items. If yes, register on their portal.<\/li><li>Create a readymade food website. List your menu along with its prices.<\/li><li>Be creative when it comes to marketing and branding. Try out different methods in this regard.<\/li><li>&nbsp;Come up with marketing strategies that can boost your brand and business organically.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You must keep in mind the above mentioned points in order to kick start your homemade food business. Don&rsquo;t forget to apply for all essential licenses\/certifications. In case of any query, consult a professional who will guide you through the process and requirements of this business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-left\"><b>Read our article<\/b>:<mark style=\"background: #fffd03 !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/home-based-bakery-business\/\">How to Setup Home-Based Bakery Business in India<\/a><\/mark><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you have any liking for cooking, then consider starting a homemade food selling business. You may sell your food through food aggregating apps such as Zomato or a swiggy. However, do not forget to get the License before you commence the homemade food business. 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