FSSAI Licence for Distributors, Wholesalers & Retailers
FSSAI for food traders, distributors, wholesalers, retailers and storage operators
- 1Premises listWe list every shop, depot and warehouse.
- 2Tier decisionTurnover and activity decide registration vs licence.
- 3FilingApplications filed on FoSCoS.
- 4MaintenanceAnnual fees and changes tracked.
Share your details. We’ll reply on WhatsApp with the next steps and a checklist.
Pick a plan — the fee is adjusted if you hire us within 30 days.
About FSSAI Licence for Distributors, Wholesalers & Retailers
A clear overview, in simple terms — what it is, why it matters, and how we handle it.
Food distributors, wholesalers, retailers and storage operators need FSSAI basic registration up to ₹1.5 crore turnover and a state licence from ₹1.5 crore to ₹50 crore (central above ₹50 crore). Traders do not file the D-1 annual return, but each shop or warehouse needs its own registration or licence and must meet storage and hygiene standards.
Traders handle food they did not make, so FSSAI's focus is on storage, temperature control, pest control and traceability — knowing which supplier each batch came from and to whom it was sold.
Warehouses and cold storages need FSSAI coverage for the storage activity. Distributors of branded products should check that every supplier's licence covers the products they buy, because selling unlicensed or misbranded food exposes the distributor too.
Unlike manufacturers and importers, pure traders, distributors, wholesalers and retailers generally do not file the D-1 annual return, but the annual fee must still be paid.
| Up to ₹1.5 crore | Basic registration |
|---|---|
| ₹1.5–50 crore | State licence |
| Above ₹50 crore | Central licence |
| Annual return | Not required for pure traders, distributors and retailers |
| Per premises | Each shop, depot and warehouse is licensed separately |
Who this is for
Common scenarios where this service is a good fit.
- Food distributors and stockists of FMCG brands
- Wholesalers and kirana / grocery retailers
- Supermarkets and e-commerce food sellers
- Warehouses and cold storage operators
What you get
Clear deliverables so you know exactly what's included.
- Tier check for each shop and warehouse
- Applications with the correct trading and storage categories
- Supplier licence verification checklist
- Annual fee tracking across premises
Expert review before every submission — not just data entry.
Working notes and reconciliations you can rely on in future notices.
Resident Indians, NRIs, expats and cross-border businesses — all served.
Documents required
A practical checklist. We'll tell you if anything else is needed based on your case.
* This is a base checklist. After a quick pre-check, we may ask for additional items specific to your case.
Process
A simple, trackable workflow — designed to avoid back-and-forth.
We list every shop, depot and warehouse.
Turnover and activity decide registration vs licence.
Applications filed on FoSCoS.
Annual fees and changes tracked.
Get a quote
We share a clear quote on WhatsApp after a quick checklist pre-check.
- Fixed quote on WhatsApp after a short look at your facts and documents.
- Government fees, if any, are paid at actuals and shown separately.
| Factor | DIY | Indus Tax |
|---|---|---|
| Expert review | ❌ | ✅ |
| Notice risk reduction | ❌ | ✅ |
| Deduction optimisation | ❌ | ✅ |
| Audit-ready records | ❌ | ✅ |
| AIS/26AS reconciliation | ❌ | ✅ |
Share your facts and deadline. We'll reply with the right checklist and a clear quote.
Fee adjusted against our service fee if you go ahead within 30 days.
- Priority CA Call-backSkip the queue — a CA calls you within 30 minutes.₹255
- RecommendedCA Consultation (30 min)Talk one matter through properly with a CA.₹755
- In-depth CA Review (60 min)Documents reviewed before the call, written action plan after.₹1,155
Call-backs run Mon–Sat, 9 AM–6 PM IST. Booked outside these hours? We call you first thing the next working morning.
Compare the 3 plansFrequently asked questions
Answers to the most common questions we get.
This page also covers
- FSSAI for food storage and cold storage
- Warehousing activity registered or licensed per premises.
- FSSAI for food retailers
- Shops, supermarkets and online food sellers.
Official sources
Indus Tax is a private professional services firm and is not affiliated with any government authority. Rules and fees change — we confirm current positions before filing.
