TESTING OF FOOD PRODUCTS FOR FSSAI LICENSE

Statutory Compliance & FSSAI Licensing Support

Mandatory Testing & FoSCoS Integration

Under the FSSAI regulatory framework, regular product testing is a mandatory prerequisite for the issuance and retention of a Food Business License. The Regional Food Research Analysis Centre (RFRAC), Lucknow, serves as a strategic partner for Food Business Operators (FBOs) to ensure seamless compliance with the following FSSAI mandates:

·         Bi-Annual Testing: FBOs are required to conduct comprehensive laboratory analysis of their food products at least once every six months.

·         Mandatory Reporting: As per FSSAI directives, validated lab reports must be uploaded to the Food Safety Compliance System (FoSCoS) portal every six months to maintain license validity.

·         Accredited Verification: Testing must be performed in an ISO 17025:2017 (QAI) accredited laboratory. RFRAC provides this authorized environment to ensure your data is legally and technically sound.

·         Safety Standards: Our protocols ensure products adhere to all FSSAI guidelines, including the critical monitoring of antibiotic residues, contaminants, and additives.

Extensive Testing Scope

As a premier FSSAI-notified facility in Uttar Pradesh, RFRAC’s accredited scope encompasses a diverse range of food categories, ensuring a "one-stop" solution for regional industries:

·         Dairy & Fats: Milk, Dairy Products, Desi Ghee, and Ice Cream.

·         Essentials: Edible Oils, Cereals, Pulses, and Cereal Products.

·         Fresh & Processed Produce: Fruits, Vegetables, Canned Food, and Frozen Foods.

·         Beverages: Tea, Coffee, Cocoa, and both Alcoholic & Non-alcoholic beverages.

·         Value-Added Products: Bakery & Confectionery, Honey, Spices, Condiments, and Dry Fruits.

·         Protein Sources: Meat & Meat Products, Sea Foods, and Egg Products.

·         Specialized Categories: Baby Foods, Vegan Foods, Proprietary Foods, and Cooked Food samples.

·         Industrial Ingredients: Food Additives, Preservatives, Edible Colours/Flavours, and Starch Products.

·         Animal Nutrition: Animal Foods & Feeds.

Why Partner with RFRAC Lucknow?

·         Authorized NABL Accreditation: Our facility is accredited as per ISO/IEC 17025:2017, ensuring that our testing processes meet global quality benchmarks and are fully recognized by national regulators.

·         Advanced Analytical Infrastructure: RFRAC is equipped with high-end, state-of-the-art instrumentation capable of delivering precise, low-level detection and reliable quantification.

·         Expert Scientific Team: Our laboratory is managed by senior professionals with deep expertise in food safety and regulatory nuances, providing you with more than just data—we provide insights.

·         Industry-Leading Turnaround Time: We prioritize efficiency to match the pace of the food industry, ensuring that your compliance reports are ready for FoSCoS uploading without delay.

·         Regulatory Labelling Support: Beyond testing, RFRAC provides expert guidance on Labelling and Display Regulations (2020) to ensure your packaging is compliant before it reaches the consumer.