FSSAI for your business
FSSAI Licence for Spice & Masala Businesses
Whether you grind, blend, repack or trade spices and masala, an FSSAI licence is required to operate legally and to supply retailers, distributors and online marketplaces. CAREALL determines whether your activity and turnover call for Basic Registration, a State Licence or a Central Licence, and files it for you.
Updated for 2026
Common problems we solve
- Grinding or blending spices counts as manufacturing, which usually pushes you past Basic Registration into a State Licence.
- Repacking bulk spices under your own brand needs the FSSAI number printed on every label before you can sell.
- Supplying to distributors, exporters or e-commerce platforms fails compliance checks without the correct licence category.
Frequently asked questions
Which FSSAI licence does a spice and masala business need?
A spice grinding, blending or masala manufacturing unit almost always needs an FSSAI State Licence, as such businesses cross ₹1.5 crore turnover and count as manufacturing. A very small repacker or trader under ₹1.5 crore may qualify for Basic Registration, while units above ₹50 crore or those importing or exporting need a Central Licence. CAREALL confirms the right category before filing.
Do I need an FSSAI licence just to repack and sell spices under my own brand?
Yes. Repacking bulk spices into consumer packs under your own brand is a licensable food activity, and your FSSAI number must appear on every label. Depending on turnover you will need Basic Registration or a State Licence. CAREALL reviews your turnover and packaging plans and files the correct application for you, then tracks it to issuance.
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