FSSAI registration is essential for food businesses in India to ensure compliance with food safety standards. However, if a business undergoes rebranding, ownership changes, or legal modifications, it may need to change its name after FSSAI registration. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) allows businesses to update their registered name, but the process must be followed carefully to maintain compliance.
This article explains the step-by-step process to change the name after FSSAI registration, including the required documents and key considerations.
1. Understanding the Need for Name Change in FSSAI Registration
A food business may need to change its name in FSSAI registration due to the following reasons:
✔ Rebranding – Businesses changing their brand name or company identity.
✔ Change in Ownership or Legal Entity – If the business has merged, acquired another company, or converted to a different structure (e.g., from Proprietorship to Private Limited Company).
✔ Correction of Errors – Mistakes made in the original FSSAI registration application.
2. Steps to Change Name in FSSAI Registration
Step 1: Update Business Name in MCA (For Companies) or GST Records
Before updating FSSAI registration, ensure that the company name change is legally approved in:
✔ Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) (For Private Limited or LLP)
✔ GST Registration (If applicable)
✔ PAN/TAN Updates
🔹 Why is this important?
The FSSAI requires proof that the name change is legally recognized before updating FSSAI registration.
Step 2: Log in to the FSSAI Portal
- Visit the FoSCoS (Food Safety Compliance System) Portal at https://foscos.fssai.gov.in/.
- Log in with your FSSAI registration credentials.
Step 3: Apply for Modification of FSSAI Registration
- Select “Modification of License/Registration” on the dashboard.
- Choose “Change in Business Name” as the reason for modification.
- Fill out the required details, including the new business name.
Step 4: Upload Required Documents
Submit the necessary documents to support the name change request, including:
✔ New Certificate of Incorporation (For Companies)
✔ Updated GST Registration Certificate (If applicable)
✔ Updated PAN Card with the new business name
✔ Board Resolution (For Private Limited or LLPs)
✔ Declaration Letter from the Business Owner
Step 5: Submit Application and Pay Fees
- Review the application and submit it online.
- Pay the modification fee (as per FSSAI guidelines).
Step 6: Verification by FSSAI Authorities
- The FSSAI authority will review and verify the application.
- If everything is correct, the updated FSSAI registration certificate will be issued with the new business name.
3. Key Considerations While Changing Name in FSSAI Registration
✔ Ensure that the business name is updated in other legal documents before applying for FSSAI modification.
✔ The FSSAI License Number remains the same after the name change; only the business name is updated.
✔ If the business location also changes, apply for a separate modification request for the new address.
Conclusion
Changing the name after FSSAI registration is a straightforward process but requires prior approval from MCA, GST, and PAN authorities. By submitting the modification request on the FoSCoS portal with proper documentation, businesses can ensure compliance and maintain their FSSAI certification under the new name.
For a smooth process, it is advisable to consult an FSSAI expert or professional service provider.
