FSSAI Annual Filing

Introduction

The Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 requires all companies to complete their FSSAI Annual Returns. Based on the law, all manufacturers, importers, and Food Business Operators (FBOs) in India must file their annual returns with the FSSAI. Not complying with these rules may cost you a lot in fines and legal trouble. By opting for certilize assistance, you can relax knowing your FSSAI Annual Filing is taken care of precisely.

What is the meaning of FSSAI Annual Filing?

Stating your food business’s activities for the year is necessary when you submit Form D1 or Form D2, as FSSAI asks for it. They identify details of production amounts, items sold, international movements, and products involved.

• This is Form D1 and it should be used by manufacturers, labellers, re-packers, re-labellers, and importers.
• Form D2: This form is meant for food transporters (even though it’s not required, it’s recommended).

The return should be filed every year and given to the DO appointed for the jurisdiction.

Why is it necessary to file announcements to FSSAI every year?

• Legal Mandate:
  Anyone running a food business with a Central or State FSSAI license who manages manufacturing or imports must file their returns every year.
• Avoid Penalties:
  The delay or inability to file the required returns may result in penalties of ₹100 per day as stated in FSS Regulation 2.1.13(3), which came into force in 2011.
• Build a complete list of Records
  Following the rules at all times gives both regulators and buyers confidence in your business.
• Data Related to Policy & Audits
  The act of filing gives FSSAI and licensing surveys, while it helps FBOs to manage their renewals and audits by third parties.

Eligibility Criteria

Every year, these kinds of businesses must submit their FSSAI returns:

• Food manufacturers
• People who help re-pack and label foods
• Those who bring food items into a country
• People who sell foreign food products
• Enterprises that have an FSSAI license issued either by the State or Central food authorities

Common holders do not need to submit their annual returns.

Documents Required

You must have a few items to prepare your annual return correctly.

• A central or state-specific copy of the license is required.
• Product information (Title of the product, its category)
• Records showing what is produced or bought each month
• Details of the merchandise – both for local and foreign sales (the amounts and value)
• Include any relevant additional matters at this point (if they exist).
• If applicable, the details of each country’s exports are provided.
• The information on opening and closing stock.
• How you measure and package various products
• Official declaration written by a qualified signatory

Having us is useful since we can manage and check the data to prevent any differences in reporting.

Step-by-Step Process

Allow me to explain the way our system is designed to operate.

• You need to check for the consultant’s license and verify it with the government before anything else.
  We look up your FSSAI registration, decide whether the D1 or D2 file is to be used, and evaluate your readiness to provide the data needed.
• Data Collection
  The information we obtain includes production, sales, import/export, and stock numbers from your documents or from the team members.
• Form Preparation
  We have our experts who set up Form D1/D2 according to the rules and confirm it with your authorized signatory.
• Acceptance of those with authority
  The annual return is given to the concerned Designated Officer by email or in person, as advised in the rules.
• Thank you for your response & Answer
  We offer you filing proof and confirm that your FBO is operated according to the rules.

Timeline

• Every year, the due date for the statutory auditor’s report is set on 31st May for the previous financial year (April–March).
• The process of submitting the DUNS is 2–5 business days after all needed data is given
• The FSSAI imposes penalties on those who have late filings.

Fees and Costs

Final charges are determined by how many products and how complex the data is.

Penalties for Non-Compliance

• The rules set by FSSAI state that:
• Not submitting the annual return by the deadline means having to pay a fine of ₹100 for each day it is delayed.
• Not filing your applications may result in your license being put on hold or ended.
• If an FBO is found non-compliant, the company may have difficulties in reapplying for its license, passing audits, or being accepted by any future supply chains.
• Use the help of a professional accountant to avoid any risks.

Why Choose Us?

• We at Certilize have extensive expertise in getting FSSAI licenses and regulations.
• Team of experts of FSSAI Consultants
• Excellent timing and attention to details
• Support for the whole country
• The whole process is supported by documentation.
• Every year, reminders are sent out to guide businesses through compliance.
• Bulk filing is offered for groups with many Aircraft Fuelling Operations facilities.
• We can support your food business by ensuring it grows according to the law and without concerns.